Aged care recruitment in Melbourne
Aged care recruitment for providers in Melbourne
CrossNation is based in Victoria and serves aged care providers in Melbourne across Victoria. We recruit assistants in nursing (AINs), personal care assistants (PCAs), enrolled nurses and registered nurses from candidates already in Australia and from overseas. Our fee is 12% of the candidate's annual salary, with a 90-day placement guarantee.
What do the Census numbers say about Melbourne?
Greater Melbourne had 4,917,750 residents at the 2021 Census and a median age of 37, compared with 38 in Victoria and 38 in Australia.
100,021 people (2.0% of residents) were aged 85 years and over, compared with 2.2% in Victoria and 2.1% in Australia.
The industries employing the most people in Greater Melbourne included Hospitals (except Psychiatric Hospitals), Cafes and Restaurants, Computer System Design and Related Services.
These are ABS 2021 Census figures. They describe the area, not CrossNation's own placements.
Age and income in Greater Melbourne
| 2021 Census | Greater Melbourne | Victoria | Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age (years) | 37 | 38 | 38 |
| Median weekly household income | $1,901 | $1,759 | $1,746 |
| Median weekly family income | $2,243 | $2,136 | $2,120 |
| Median weekly personal income | $841 | $803 | $805 |
Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats: Greater Melbourne (retrieved 3 October 2026). Counts with the share of residents or employed residents in brackets, exactly as the ABS prints them.
Older residents of Greater Melbourne
| 2021 Census | Greater Melbourne | Victoria | Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65-69 years | 215,194 (4.4%) | 320,562 (4.9%) | 1,298,460 (5.1%) |
| 70-74 years | 189,829 (3.9%) | 285,000 (4.4%) | 1,160,768 (4.6%) |
| 75-79 years | 137,469 (2.8%) | 203,205 (3.1%) | 821,920 (3.2%) |
| 80-84 years | 97,528 (2.0%) | 141,601 (2.2%) | 554,598 (2.2%) |
| 85 years and over | 100,021 (2.0%) | 142,475 (2.2%) | 542,342 (2.1%) |
Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats: Greater Melbourne (retrieved 3 October 2026). Counts with the share of residents or employed residents in brackets, exactly as the ABS prints them.
Industries employing the most people (top responses)
| 2021 Census | Greater Melbourne | Victoria | Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals (except Psychiatric Hospitals) | 105,851 (4.3%) | 146,890 (4.6%) | 545,158 (4.5%) |
| Cafes and Restaurants | 63,119 (2.6%) | 77,070 (2.4%) | 268,005 (2.2%) |
| Computer System Design and Related Services | 62,856 (2.6%) | 67,561 (2.1%) | 221,712 (1.8%) |
| Supermarket and Grocery Stores | 55,125 (2.3%) | 75,275 (2.4%) | 299,810 (2.5%) |
| Other Social Assistance Services | 47,200 (1.9%) | 68,023 (2.2%) | 278,221 (2.3%) |
Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats: Greater Melbourne (retrieved 3 October 2026). Counts with the share of residents or employed residents in brackets, exactly as the ABS prints them.
Open CrossNation jobs in Melbourne
What do aged care wages cost?
Wages are separate from our fee and follow the Aged Care Award 2010 or an enterprise agreement. The award sets direct care level 2 (Direct Carer) at $1,307.80 a week and level 3 (Qualified, Certificate III) at $1,376.70 a week for full-time employees from 1 July 2026, and superannuation is paid on top at 12%. These are award minimums, the same in every state.
How does hiring in Melbourne work with CrossNation?
- You send the role, location, start date and whether you want candidates already in Australia, overseas, or both.
- We search for candidates who match the brief and record their qualification, registration and work rights status so you can check it.
- You interview the shortlist and choose who to offer.
- We coordinate the offer with you and the candidate. Our fee is 12% of the candidate's annual salary, with a 90-day placement guarantee.
Questions from employers in Melbourne
What does recruitment for Melbourne employers cost?
Our fee is 12% of the candidate's annual salary, with a 90-day placement guarantee.
Where is CrossNation based?
CrossNation is based in Victoria (VIC 3978) and recruits for employers in every state and territory, including Melbourne and Victoria. Send the enquiry form and a recruiter replies by email.
Which roles can you recruit in Melbourne?
Assistants in nursing (AINs), personal care assistants (PCAs), enrolled nurses, registered nurses and care coordinators.
Can you recruit candidates who already live in Victoria?
We recruit candidates who already live in Australia and have work rights, as well as candidates overseas. Tell us which pool you prefer in the enquiry form and we will say what we can do for a start date across Victoria.
Can CrossNation sponsor overseas workers or give visa advice?
No. CrossNation is a recruitment agency, not a registered migration agent. Sponsorship is the employer's decision and visa applications need a registered migration agent. This is general information, not migration advice. Speak to a registered migration agent.
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