Mature age workers (45 years and over) have a valuable contribution to make to the Australian workforce. They have experience, abilities and transferrable skills forged over many years.
On the Mature Age Hub you will find services and supports available to businesses employing mature age workers and for mature age workers looking to find a job or upskill.
You can also find research on mature age employment.
Support for businesses
Age diversity is good for business. A work culture that supports mature age workers is more productive and reliable, and mature age workers can have a positive influence on your workplace. The Australian Government can also provide support with recruitment services and financial incentives.
Support for mature age workers
As a mature age person, you bring a lifetime of experience, knowledge and transferrable skills to a role. Workforce Australia can help you search and apply for jobs, and you can access programs for support with training or career options.
Mature age research
Find out about research on mature age employment.