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Backpacker Job Board is a job site in Australia for working holiday makers

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Backpacker Job Board is the web's best employment site for backpackers in Australia. From fruit picking jobs and seasonal harvest work to help you get your 2nd year visa, through to au-pair, hospitality work and housekeeping jobs, Backpacker Job Board is home to a huge variety of different casual jobs for backpackers. We have full-time, part-time and temp roles to suit all travellers. Browse our job vacancy database and apply for jobs online for free. No fees and no membership required! Any questions, feel free to contact us - we're happy to help. In the meantime, here's some useful links:

Featured Backpacker Jobs

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Fun Christmas Retail Casual

PIGEONHOLE

Perth,

Indie design and homewares store, Pigeonhole, is looking for awesome, fun and outgoing team...

1d ago

Looking For Blueberries/raspberry Pickers.(who Want To...

B&R

Coffs Harbour,

?求人?ブルーベリー/ラズベリーピッカーLooking for Blueberries/raspberry...

1d ago

Chaser Bin Driver - General Farm Work

Sawers Farms Pty Ltd

Leaghur, Bendigo

5,500ha property located Boort, Northern Victoria. Looking for Chaser bin driver - 12 days....

1d ago

Event/gym Promo Stars Wanted!

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Zetland, Sydney

Join the Foodie Fun with Hive!Who We Are and What We Do?At Hive, we're not your typical...

1d ago

Labourers Required For 3 Month Project Based Out Of Seymour

Bin Servicing

Seymour, Victoria

TBG has specialised in the delivery of wheelie bins for over 20 years.We are looking for...

1d ago

Tractor And Harvester Driving And General Farm Work - Casual

Sawers Farms Pty Ltd

LEAGHUR, Victoria

5,500ha property located Boort, Northern Victoria. Looking for Summer Casual StaffDates:...

2d ago

Blueberries/raspberry Pickers(looking For Picker Wanna...

B&R

NSW, New South Wales

Looking for Blueberries/raspberry Pickers....

2d ago

Mussel Farm Labourer

Advance Mussel Supply

Portarlington, Victoria

Require a labourer to help with the daily farm tasks. That being crewing on our vessel, working...

2d ago

Pop-up Kiosk Sales Representative - No Experience Necessary

HelloFresh

Perth,

Pop-Up Kiosk Sales Representative - No Experience NecessaryYou're benefits…- Healthy...

2d ago

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted - No Experience...

HelloFresh

Prahran, Melbourne

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARAt HelloFresh, we want to...

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Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted - No Experience...

HelloFresh

Perth,

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARYAt HelloFresh, we want to...

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Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – No...

HelloFresh

Sydney,

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers...

Latest Backpacker Jobs

 

Fun Christmas Retail Casual

PIGEONHOLE

Perth

Indie design and homewares store, Pigeonhole, is looking for awesome, fun and outgoing team members to join our Perth team.We are a motely crew of fun people and...

New 12hr ago

Indie design and homewares store, Pigeonhole, is looking for awesome, fun and outgoing team members to join our Perth team.We are a motely crew of fun people and...

Bakery All Rounder

Prahran Bakery

Prahran, Melbourne

Part time bakery position.Duties would include serving customers, making sandwiches and other simple products, cleaning.Hours will range from Monday to Saturday....

New 13hr ago

Part time bakery position.Duties would include serving customers, making sandwiches and other simple products, cleaning.Hours will range from Monday to Saturday....

Festival Workers Wanted

Tent City Hire

Woodford, Brisbane

Looking for workers to help erect tents at Woodford Folk festival$30hr8hr daysNeed TFN and Aus bank detailsStart asapTo [email protected]

New 20hr ago

Looking for workers to help erect tents at Woodford Folk festival$30hr8hr daysNeed TFN and Aus bank detailsStart asapTo [email protected]

Exciting Aupair Opportunity: Join A Family In Sunny Perth!

99aupairs Premium Employer

The Vines, Perth

Experience the vibrant life of a young family in beautiful Perth with a unique live-in Aupair opportunity. A welcoming family is looking for a caring and proactive...

New 1d ago

Experience the vibrant life of a young family in beautiful Perth with a unique live-in Aupair opportunity. A welcoming family is looking for a caring and proactive...

Aupair Opportunity: Experience The Vibrant City Life In Melbourne!

99aupairs Premium Employer

Narre Warren North, Melbourne

Experience the vibrant life of a loving family in Australias multicultural city Melbourne with a unique live-in Aupair opportunity. This family is looking for a caring...

New 1d ago

Experience the vibrant life of a loving family in Australias multicultural city Melbourne with a unique live-in Aupair opportunity. This family is looking for a caring...

Nanny Needed: Join A Warm & Loving Adelaide Family!

99aupairs Premium Employer

Adelaide

Experience the warm and scenic life of a family in Adelaide with a unique Nanny opportunity. This family is looking for a nurturing and dedicated Nanny to join their...

New 1d ago

Experience the warm and scenic life of a family in Adelaide with a unique Nanny opportunity. This family is looking for a nurturing and dedicated Nanny to join their...

Skilled Labourer Wanted!

DAYJOB RECRUITMENT

Coombabah QLD, Gold Coast

Skilled and General Labourer wanted for a Water Treatment plant project inCoombabah QLD.Start ASAP1-2 weeks project and will commence next year...

New 1d ago

Skilled and General Labourer wanted for a Water Treatment plant project inCoombabah QLD.Start ASAP1-2 weeks project and will commence next year...

Barber

Brasco's Barbershop

Casuarina, New South Wales

Brasco's Barbershop is requiring a FULL TIME Barber.We are a successful busy barber shop located at Casuarina Beach, NSW. We are a traditional barber shop offering...

New 1d ago

Brasco's Barbershop is requiring a FULL TIME Barber.We are a successful busy barber shop located at Casuarina Beach, NSW. We are a traditional barber shop offering...

 

Looking For Blueberries/raspberry Pickers.(who Want To Apply For A 2 Or 3...

B&R

Coffs Harbour

?求人?ブルーベリー/ラズベリーピッカーLooking for Blueberries/raspberry Pickers.Anyone who needs to work or complete the days for the 2nd and...

New 1d ago

?求人?ブルーベリー/ラズベリーピッカーLooking for Blueberries/raspberry Pickers.Anyone who needs to work or complete the days for the 2nd and...

Field Administrator

D&C Storage Solutions

Minto, Sydney

Position: Field AdministratorLocation: Minto NSWEmployment Type: Full-time and Part-Time availableAbout Us:DCSG is a dynamic and customer-focused...

New 1d ago

Position: Field AdministratorLocation: Minto NSWEmployment Type: Full-time and Part-Time availableAbout Us:DCSG is a dynamic and customer-focused...

Relocation Labourer Perth

ARC Staff - Australian Recruitment Company Premium Employer

Wembly Downs, Perth

Seeking physically fit labourers for work in Wembley Downs areaStart Monday!Must haves:*Current White card*Current police check*Own PPEWork...

New 1d ago

Seeking physically fit labourers for work in Wembley Downs areaStart Monday!Must haves:*Current White card*Current police check*Own PPEWork...

General Labourers / Cleaners - Tasmania

Steamatic Premium Employer

Tasmania - Devonport & Hobart, Tasmania

When disaster strikes, we respond FIRST and FAST, to deliver contemporary and innovative solutions, that saves valuable property and livelihoods, carefully restoring...

New 1d ago

When disaster strikes, we respond FIRST and FAST, to deliver contemporary and innovative solutions, that saves valuable property and livelihoods, carefully restoring...

Hotel All-rounder Superstar

North Gregory Hotel

Winton Queensland, Queensland

Fantastic Job Opportunity in Outback QueenslandThe North Gregory Hotel in Winton QLD is looking for the next all-rounder superstars.40+ Hours a week with all...

New 1d ago

Fantastic Job Opportunity in Outback QueenslandThe North Gregory Hotel in Winton QLD is looking for the next all-rounder superstars.40+ Hours a week with all...

 

Chaser Bin Driver - General Farm Work

Sawers Farms Pty Ltd Premium Employer

Leaghur, Bendigo

5,500ha property located Boort, Northern Victoria. Looking for Chaser bin driver - 12 days.Dates: 13/12 to 25/12Job Details: Tractor Operating and General...

5,500ha property located Boort, Northern Victoria. Looking for Chaser bin driver - 12 days.Dates: 13/12 to 25/12Job Details: Tractor Operating and General...

Summer Hotel Staff - With Accommodation

Tathra hotel

Tathra, South Coast

Tathra Hotel, located on the far south coast of NSW have vacancies for the summer season (December - end April):Kitchenhand / Bistro RunnerTathra is an...

New 1d ago

Tathra Hotel, located on the far south coast of NSW have vacancies for the summer season (December - end April):Kitchenhand / Bistro RunnerTathra is an...

Lead Generator Wanted - Immediate Start, Hourly Pay + Comms

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Melbourne

Who We Are?The team at Hive have over 15 years' experience working in the Sales & Marketing sector in Australia. We partner with brands directly who have great...

New 1d ago

Who We Are?The team at Hive have over 15 years' experience working in the Sales & Marketing sector in Australia. We partner with brands directly who have great...

Healthy & Chatty? We Want To Hear From You!

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Perth

Who We Are?The team at Hive have over 15 years' experience working in the Sales & Marketing sector in Australia. We partner with brands directly who have great...

New 1d ago

Who We Are?The team at Hive have over 15 years' experience working in the Sales & Marketing sector in Australia. We partner with brands directly who have great...

Gym Promo Stars Wanted!

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Melbourne

Join the Foodie Fun with Hive!Who We Are and What We Do?At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic team with over 20 years of experience...

New 1d ago

Join the Foodie Fun with Hive!Who We Are and What We Do?At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic team with over 20 years of experience...

Join The Foodie Fun With Hive: Sales Promo Starts Wanted!

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Melbourne

Join Our Foodie Revolution with Hive and Our Top Meal Kit Partners!Hey there, food enthusiasts!At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic...

New 1d ago

Join Our Foodie Revolution with Hive and Our Top Meal Kit Partners!Hey there, food enthusiasts!At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic...

 

Event/gym Promo Stars Wanted!

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Zetland, Sydney

Join the Foodie Fun with Hive!Who We Are and What We Do?At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic team with over 20 years of experience...

Join the Foodie Fun with Hive!Who We Are and What We Do?At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic team with over 20 years of experience...

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How do I find a Backpacker Job in Australia?

Australia costs money. Quite a bit, in fact. But happily for the backpackers that hope to tour the country, the 417 (Working Holiday) and 462 (Work and Holiday) visas grant the ability to earn as you travel, by working in a variety of temporary, part time and casual jobs in Australia.

How to Find a Backpacker Job in Australia
How to Find a Backpacker Job in Australia

Getting a job as a backpacker in Australia can be slightly different to getting a job at home though. Not only is it a different country with a different culture, backpackers also have to play by a very different - and very strict - set of rules when looking for work.

But whether you're searching for a casual job in a bar, a stretch of remote work on a farm, or a short term position at a hostel, fear not. The following guide will help you find work by walking you through the process of job hunting as a backpacker in Australia.

How to find a job in Australia?

How easy is it to get a job in Australia on a working holiday visa? Let's take a look. Here's how to find a job in Australia when backpacking. Note; it can take about 7 days to find work successfully and you may need a few items (WiFi, Resume, Computer, Mobile Phone).

1. Secure a working holiday visa

You can't work as a backpacker in Australia without holding a working holiday visa. The visa comes in two forms - the 417 and the 462 - which are designed for slightly different purposes, but are almost identical when placed side by side. The type of visa you're eligible for will depend on your nationality.

You must secure your visa before you arrive in Australia, as you'll need to supply a number of original documents as part of the application, and it will be checked at the airport on arrival.

2. Get an Australian mobile SIM

Having arrived in the country with visa in hand, your first job is to get an Aussie mobile number. Head to the nearest Telstra, Optus or Vodafone store (the three largest players in the Australian phone market) and grab a SIM card so that you can make contact with and be contacted by employers.

3. Update your CV / resume

When was the last time you gave your resume a spit and shine? It's important that it is up to date, and highlights the skills, qualifications and experience that aligns with the type of job that you'll be looking for while travelling Oz. You may well have been a lawyer in your home country, but that experience won't be super helpful in finding a job behind the bar in Adelaide or fruit picking in Tasmania. Instead highlight any relevant experience and transferable skills.

4. Find a great profile photo

A picture is worth a thousand words, and ideally yours will yell "Employ Me!" 500 times over. Make it professional, captivating, and unmistakably you.

5. Register with Backpacker Job Board

As Australia's number one backpacker job marketplace, signing up with Backpacker Job Board will grant you access to a huge number of potential jobs. It only takes about a minute to register as a backpacker, and it's totally free!

6. Begin browsing job vacancies

Once you've registered with Backpacker Job Board you're ready to start browsing! We have lots of new jobs posted every day, so keep checking your preferred job category pages often. All our jobs are also posted to our Facebook page. Follow us on Facebook for more updates.

7. Check job eligibility

There are restrictions on work options, if you're looking to gain 2nd or 3rd year visa extension.

At Backpacker Job Board we make the process of finding eligible work as simple as possible. We have a page dedicated to 2nd and 3rd year eligible work. Just remember that it is up to you to ensure that the employer is 100% offering paid specified work in an eligible postcode though - so always do your homework.

8. Do your due diligence

Is the employer legitimate? Do they have a good reputation? Will they follow through on their promises? It's important that you get a good sense of the employer before you get too far down the road. Check the employer's online presence for things like an Australian Business Number (ABN), contact details and an address, and do your best to search out former employees to get first hand info on what they're like as a boss (Google, Facebook and Glassdoor reviews are a great place to look). It's important that you stay safe.

9. Prepare your cover letter

Cover letters are important. They have the job of personalising your resume, explaining exactly why you, with your skills and experience, are perfect for this particular job. You need to spend time getting it right. If you feel as though your English isn't as good as it needs to be, get a friend to take a look!

10. Send applications

Once you've found some good jobs from good employers and developed a knock-out resume and cover letter, it's time to send out applications!

11. Follow up with employers

While you don't want to be overeager - the employer will likely be busy, as they're currently looking for help - it's smart to follow up within a day or two. This demonstrates initiative, and shows that you're eager to work.

12. Be responsive

The job market is competitive in Australia, so it's important that you respond quickly to any correspondence from a potential employer. Reply to their questions in a polite and professional manner, and be sure to ask any more that you might have - this is your chance to clear up any confusion.

13. Study up before the interview

You want to know a healthy amount about the job, the employer and the industry before you sit down for an interview. You will probably be going for plenty of jobs that you don't have much experience in, but if you can show that you've learnt a little bit about the field before you've gone to the interview, it'll demonstrate real initiative.

14. Accept the job

A job offer is on the table, but this is your last chance to decide whether this is the right choice for you, so take it. On top of your earlier due diligence, which ensured the employer was trustworthy, you should take the opportunity to look at the area that you'll be working in, and the type of work, the pay and the work conditions, to ensure that this is the right move. All of these things should be clearly laid out by the employer before you accept.

15. Gain the necessary certifications/ qualifications

Congratulations - the job has been offered and you've accepted! But before you get to work, you need to make sure you have everything you need.

The first items on your checklist will be any certificates and qualifications you might need in your new job. Your employer will be able to advise the specifics, but common qualifications include the White Card certificate system for labour and construction jobs, and RSA/RSG certificates for hospitality work.

16. Kit yourself out

You also may need to have clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE). Check what, if anything, the employer supplies, then go shopping for the extras. This is particularly important for labouring, fruit picking and farm work.

17. Start work!

You've done it! It's time to put in the hours and get paid.

18. Calculate your tax

There's one final step in the process. Getting paid is great, but it does mean that the government gets paid too, by taxing your income. You want to be sure you're not passing too much money on to them, and our backpacker tax calculator helps you to do just that. Simply pop in your income and the tax you paid, and we'll let you know what you can expect to get back at the end of the financial year!