Guide

CV Builder Australia

Create a professional CV tailored for the Australian job market. Whether you call it a CV or a resume, Jumproo understands what Australian employers and ATS systems expect — and helps you get shortlisted.

CV vs Resume in Australia

In Australia, "CV" and "resume" are used interchangeably for most roles. The exception is academia, where a CV is a comprehensive document listing all publications, grants, and teaching experience — and can run 10+ pages.

For non-academic roles, a 2–3 page CV/resume is standard. Jumproo handles both — pick the format that matches your industry.

What Australian Recruiters Look For

Australian recruiters and hiring managers have specific expectations that differ from other markets:

• Professional summary at the top — 3–4 lines positioning you for the specific role
• Work rights and visa status — critical for non-citizens to include upfront
• Quantified achievements — Australian employers want numbers: revenue, cost savings, team size, project budgets
• Key skills section matching the job ad — especially for roles that go through ATS (most corporate and government roles)
• Referees — either list two professional references or note "Available upon request"

Industry-Specific CV Conventions

Different industries in Australia expect different things:

• Government (APS/State) — Selection criteria responses, citizenship, clearance level
• Healthcare — AHPRA registration, Medicare provider number, CPD hours
• Education — Teacher registration (VIT, NESA, QCT), Working with Children Check
• Construction & Mining — White Card, site inductions, Standard 11, equipment tickets
• Finance — AFSL licensing, RG146 compliance, relevant professional memberships (CPA, CA)

ATS-Optimised for Australian Job Boards

Most Australian employers use ATS platforms like PageUp, LiveHire, or SmartRecruiters. Jumproo's templates are tested against these systems, ensuring your CV passes the automated filter and reaches a human reviewer.

Frequently Asked Questions