Sustainable Growth: How Hiring Locally Supports The Sydney Community

The construction industry is a cornerstone of New South Wales' economy, employing approximately 406,900 individuals as of April 2024, which accounts for 9.1% of the state's workforce. This sector encompasses a wide range of activities, including construction, fitout and refurbishment and property development, all of which are vital to Sydney's ongoing growth and infrastructure development.

In this article, we’ll delve into the multifaceted benefits of hiring locally within Sydney's construction sector, exploring how it contributes to sustainable growth, enhances project outcomes and supports the Sydney community.​

Supporting economic strength and workforce development

Investing in local employment in Sydney helps grow a skilled, stable workforce. By creating job opportunities within the construction and property sectors, businesses can reduce unemployment, improve career pathways and support future talent pipelines. Local workers bring regional knowledge, faster onboarding and better alignment with project requirements, particularly in live or complex build environments.

This approach also keeps wages circulating within the community, strengthening local businesses and increasing economic activity. As industries face growing pressure to deliver sustainably, hiring locally also helps reduce transport-related emissions, contributing to a more responsible way of working.

Improving consistency and building local capability

In construction, fitout and refurbishment, continuity is critical. Hiring locally helps form stronger project teams that stay connected from early planning through to completion. Teams working in their own city are more likely to remain engaged and invested in the outcome, which supports both build quality and client satisfaction.

Hiring locally in Sydney also builds long-term industry capability. As property development continues to evolve, growing the skills base locally helps ensure the sector remains flexible, future-ready and responsive to the needs of the community.

Partnering with Cubic Projects for sustainable, local project delivery

At Cubic Projects, we prioritise hiring locally in Sydney across our construction, fitout and refurbishment and property development services. Our focus on local employment strengthens project delivery and supports the communities where we live and work. If your next construction project values sustainable growth in Sydney, let’s talk.