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Footballer

ANZSCO 452411

Employed

1,700

Part-time share

53%

Female share

6%

Median age

23 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.

About this career

Footballers (Soccer, Rugby and AFL) play football professionally in competitions.

What they typically do

  • Maintains a high degree of expertise in football.
  • Adheres to the rules and regulations associated with football.
  • Attends regular practice sessions and undertakes private training to maintain the required standard of fitness.
  • Decides on strategies in consultation with coaches.
  • Assesses other competitors and conditions at venues.
  • Competes in sporting events.
  • Undertakes sports promotional activities and television appearances.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

VIC
34.7%
NSW
27.9%
QLD
17.8%
WA
9%
SA
7.4%
ACT
2.8%
TAS
0.8%
NT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Footballer.