FoliumHow to write a resume for jobs in Australia
Australian employers expect a detailed but focused resume, often two to three pages, with no photo, date of birth or marital status, a list of referees and, if you're not a citizen or permanent resident, your work rights or visa status. Folium hides the photo with one click, adds sections for referees and work rights, and creates an English copy of your CV.
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What an Australian resume usually includes
A typical resume in Australia has:
- Contact details: name, phone, email, suburb and state, LinkedIn; no photo, date of birth or marital status.
- A short career summary and key skills that echo the job ad.
- Experience in reverse-chronological order, with achievements and results, then education and certifications.
- Referees at the end: usually two recent managers with their contact details, with their permission, or “available on request”.
Two to three pages is common; one or two is fine for graduates. Use Australian English (organise, colour) and state your work rights if you're on a visa, for example your visa type and any work conditions. Government jobs often ask for a separate statement addressing the selection criteria: keep it out of the resume unless the ad asks.
How Folium helps with an Australian resume
| What Australian employers expect | In Folium |
|---|---|
| No photo | Hide the photo in any template with one click |
| A resume in English | “Translate CV” creates an English copy of your CV (free account) |
| Referees | “Add custom section”, e.g. Referees, or a line saying they're available on request |
| Work rights or visa status | A custom section, or a line in your summary such as “Full working rights” |
| Keywords from the job ad | ATS checker with a match score and AI tailoring to the ad (free account) |
| PDF or Word | Both free, no watermark |
See also how to tailor your resume to a job ad with AI, ATS-friendly resume templates and which countries expect a photo on a CV.
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Start building — freeFrequently asked questions
Should I put a photo on an Australian resume?
No. Australian employers generally don't expect a photo, date of birth or marital status, partly because of anti-discrimination rules. In Folium, switch off “Show photo on the CV” for your Australian version; the photo stays saved for other applications.
How long should an Australian resume be?
Two to three pages is common for experienced candidates; one or two pages is fine for graduates and early-career roles. Keep the most recent and relevant experience first.
Do I need referees on my resume?
Many Australian resumes list two referees, usually recent managers, with their name, title, company and contact details. Ask them first. If you'd rather not share their details yet, write “Referees available on request”.
Should I mention my visa or work rights?
Yes, if you're not a citizen or permanent resident: employers want to know whether you can work in Australia and under which conditions. A short line such as your visa type and work conditions, or “Full working rights”, avoids doubts.
What about selection criteria for government jobs?
Public sector roles often ask for a separate statement or pitch addressing the selection criteria. Write it as its own document, following the ad's instructions, and keep your resume focused on experience and achievements.