The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has begun hiring for over 150 jobs to support Australians taking part in the upcoming Census Test.
The ABS is looking to fill a range of jobs, including Census Field Managers, Field Officers, Mobile Field Representatives, and Community Field Officers.
Jenny Telford, Census General Manager, said: 'The Census workforce plays a crucial role in supporting participation in the Census Test and reflects the diverse range of people and communities in Australia.
'Before each Census, it's important to test how we will run it. The Census Test helps improve our processes, making the 2026 Census easier to complete and ensuring the production of high quality statistics.'
Jobs are available across selected Census Test locations, including Rockhampton, Yeppoon and Gladstone in Queensland, Wheatbelt and Albany in Western Australia, and Coonamble and Gilgandra in New South Wales.
'There are a variety of jobs you can apply for near you,' Ms Telford said.
'Jobs may involve delivering Census letters and forms, answering questions from the public, helping households that have not yet responded, or managing a small team of people on the ground in test areas.'
The Census Test is on Tuesday, 5 August 2025.
