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Sales Assistants (General)

Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation

Sales Assistants (General) sell goods and services, such as food, clothing, hardware, household appliances, office supplies and cosmetics, in retail and wholesale establishments.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
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1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
11%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong

The skills that Sales Assistants (General) need

Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
  • Teamwork
  • Digital engagement
  • Writing
  • Reading
  • Learning
  • Problem solving
  • Oral communication
  • Planning and organising
  • Initiative and innovation

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Where are people currently employed?

Region

South Australia - South East

Employed

3454

1 Year Change

-5%

5 Year Change

-19%

Region

South Australia - Outback

Employed

1889

1 Year Change

3%

5 Year Change

41%

Region

Barossa - Yorke - Mid North

Employed

1923

1 Year Change

-4%

5 Year Change

13%

Region

Adelaide - West

Employed

5494

1 Year Change

-1%

5 Year Change

14%

Region

Adelaide - South

Employed

8262

1 Year Change

-2%

5 Year Change

11%

Region

Adelaide - North

Employed

10244

1 Year Change

5%

5 Year Change

12%

Region

Adelaide - Central and Hills

Employed

7185

1 Year Change

2%

5 Year Change

19%

Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia