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Indonesian workers: could AI change which Australian jobs suit you best?

Tips · 2026-10-07 · 3 min read

Are you planning to work in Australia from Indonesia? Then you may have seen news about artificial intelligence (AI) and jobs. Here is a simple guide to what is happening in Australia, and what it can mean for your plans.

What happened in Australia this year

Earlier in 2026, Australian employment lawyers said they now see AI-related job losses almost every week. The people affected mostly work in offices. One lawyer said nobody in her field was thinking about this two years ago.

The jobs most affected so far are:

• administration work
• coding
• copywriting
• data analytics

Why these jobs? Because AI can now do part of the work in these roles.

Good news for hands-on workers

Australia has many physical jobs. The same lawyer said this gives the country some protection. Work that needs your hands and your presence on site is harder for AI to take over. But she also said Australia is not ready for a big change.

A business researcher at a university in Sydney explained another risk. Office jobs in Australia have grown, while industries like manufacturing have become smaller. So more Australian workers may be exposed to automation than people think.

What Australians said in a new survey

A recent survey asked Australians about AI. The results:

• About half have not felt any effect from AI at work yet.
• 32 per cent would have chosen another career if they had known AI would spread so far.
• Around 40 per cent do not feel ready for big changes.

So roughly one in three people wish they had picked a different path.

What is the government doing?

The federal government decided not to create a special National Artificial Intelligence Act. It set "expectations" for the industry instead. An independent senator from the ACT wants stronger rules. He said thousands of jobs are already gone, and that unemployment of 10 per cent is not out of the question if AI grows too fast.

The government says its National AI Plan aims to spread the benefits of AI and keep Australians safe. It says secure, ongoing work is central. It also says workers need AI and digital skills, and should be consulted about how AI is used at work.

Early data from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations shows the workforce is not yet changing faster than usual because of AI. The government says these are observations, not predictions. It has also moved to set up an AI Safety Institute to follow new developments.

Big companies are still investing. Microsoft announced $25 billion for AI infrastructure and skills in Australia.

Your checklist as an Indonesian applicant

AI news should not stop your plans. But it is smart to prepare well:

1. Write an English-language CV. Show your practical skills and the tools you can use, including digital ones.
2. Check if you need an English test. Some visas and employers ask for IELTS or PTE. You can read the English language visa requirements on the Department of Home Affairs website.
3. Get your SKCK ready if asked. When a police certificate is requested, you can get an SKCK from the Indonesian National Police.
4. Translate your documents. Indonesian-language papers must be translated into English as the visa rules require.

When you search for jobs in Australia for Indonesians, think about where your skills fit best. Hands-on roles are worth a close look while office work adjusts to AI. Keep learning, stay curious, and take your next step with confidence.

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