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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:

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Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted - No Experience...

HelloFresh

St Kilda, 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...

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An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!

HelloFresh

Melbourne, St Kilda

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

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An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!

HelloFresh

Perth,

An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by...

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An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!

HelloFresh

Sydney,

HELLOFRESH - Best backpacker job in Sydney!Have fun, making fantastic money and work with...

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Pilling Crew Member - Construction/civil Labourers

Sydney piling

Randwick, Sydney

Team members required for piling crews working in Sydney's eastern suburbs. Previous experience...

3hr 46m ago

Seeking Experienced Cook/chef - Work On Beautiful...

Governors Lodge

Norfolk Island,

Governor’s Lodge Resort on Norfolk Island are seeking an experienced chef/cook who is...

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Christmas Tree Installer And Decorater

Dural Christmas Tree Farm

Dural, New South Wales

We are looking for a team of workers to join our Christmas Tree Farm and installations and...

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Bin Servicing

Preston, Melbourne

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

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Flyer Distribution Make Money For Walking

APA Flyer Distribution

Sydney,

Make Money for WalkingBest Job for Backpackers & StudentsFlyer/ Leaflet distribution in...

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Events Labour / Warehouse Processor

Megadeck Australia Pty Ltd

Botany, Sydney

We are Australia's most established staging company, creating spectacular installations that...

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Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted - No Experience Necessary

HelloFresh Premium Employer

St Kilda, Melbourne

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARAt HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers...

New 54 mins ago

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARAt HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers...

 

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted - No Experience Necessary

HelloFresh Premium Employer

Perth

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARYAt HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers...

New 55 mins ago

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARYAt HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers...

 

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – No Experience Necessary

HelloFresh Premium Employer

Sydney

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal occasions.The role…As...

New 56 mins ago

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal occasions.The role…As...

 

An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!

HelloFresh Premium Employer

Melbourne, St Kilda

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal occasions.The role…As...

New 57 mins ago

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal occasions.The role…As...

 

An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!

HelloFresh Premium Employer

Perth

An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal...

New 59 mins ago

An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal...

 

An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!

HelloFresh Premium Employer

Sydney

HELLOFRESH - Best backpacker job in Sydney!Have fun, making fantastic money and work with like minded people while working for a globally recognised brand!At...

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HELLOFRESH - Best backpacker job in Sydney!Have fun, making fantastic money and work with like minded people while working for a globally recognised brand!At...

Bar Attendant / All-rounder - North West Queensland (3839687)

MLKA Hospitality Recruitment Premium Employer

Brisbane, Queensland

Bar Attendant / All-Rounder-North West QueenslandWe are currently seeking an experienced Bar Attendant / All-Rounder for this busy venue located in North West...

New 1hr 2m ago

Bar Attendant / All-Rounder-North West QueenslandWe are currently seeking an experienced Bar Attendant / All-Rounder for this busy venue located in North West...

Chef

CVOM Pty Ltd TAS The New Royal Hotel Rubyvale Premium Employer

Rubyvale, Queensland

Rubyvale Hotel is a busy Tourist Hotel in Central Highlands Queensland. We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our team. Short and longer terms available....

New 1hr 29m ago

Rubyvale Hotel is a busy Tourist Hotel in Central Highlands Queensland. We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our team. Short and longer terms available....

Hostel Manager

Rattle n Hum, Port Douglas Backpackers, Paddy's Irish Bar

Port Douglas, Cairns

Hostel Manager!Come live, work and play in beautiful Far North Queensland.We are after a manager to help Manager run a couple of Hostels in the heart of Port...

New 1hr 43m ago

Hostel Manager!Come live, work and play in beautiful Far North Queensland.We are after a manager to help Manager run a couple of Hostels in the heart of Port...

 

Pilling Crew Member - Construction/civil Labourers

Sydney piling

Randwick, Sydney

Team members required for piling crews working in Sydney's eastern suburbs. Previous experience preferred but not essential.If you have any basic experience in...

New 3hr 41m ago

Team members required for piling crews working in Sydney's eastern suburbs. Previous experience preferred but not essential.If you have any basic experience in...

 

Seeking Experienced Cook/chef - Work On Beautiful Norfolk Island!

Governors Lodge

Norfolk Island

Governor’s Lodge Resort on Norfolk Island are seeking an experienced chef/cook who is passionate about delivering memorable guest experiences.START DATE:...

New 3hr 46m ago

Governor’s Lodge Resort on Norfolk Island are seeking an experienced chef/cook who is passionate about delivering memorable guest experiences.START DATE:...

Pedicab Riders Wanted Get Fit Earn Money

Cairns Pedicabs

Cairns

Get fit & earn money!Flexible Evening hours only,Hit apply or get in contact with us on our facebook page, Cairns pedicabs!Cairns pedicabs are looking for...

New 17hr ago

Get fit & earn money!Flexible Evening hours only,Hit apply or get in contact with us on our facebook page, Cairns pedicabs!Cairns pedicabs are looking for...

Retail Assistants Needed For Sales - No Experience Required

Atomic Sports

Perth

Wanting a change from retail? Transfer your skills into sales!Are you ready to revolutionise the sales industry with us? Atomic Sports seeks passionate...

New 17hr ago

Wanting a change from retail? Transfer your skills into sales!Are you ready to revolutionise the sales industry with us? Atomic Sports seeks passionate...

 

Christmas Tree Installer And Decorater

Dural Christmas Tree Farm

Dural, New South Wales

We are looking for a team of workers to join our Christmas Tree Farm and installations and decorating team to install Christmas Trees throughout Sydney for 2024-2025...

We are looking for a team of workers to join our Christmas Tree Farm and installations and decorating team to install Christmas Trees throughout Sydney for 2024-2025...

Outbound & Inbound Customer Service Agents/ Corporate Accounts And Sales...

Maggie Beer Holdings

Regents Park, Sydney

Maggie Beer Holdings represents three premium brands, that all follow the principles of making Australian premium gifting, food and beverage products using Australian...

New 18hr ago

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Sponsorship Opportunity - Restaurant Manager Or F&b Supervisor

Miners Rest Motel

SOMERVILLE, Western Australia

The Miners Rest Motel is seeking a supervisor to join our front-of-house team. We are a high-volume motel with dining and bar facilities in the heart of Kalgoorlie....

New 18hr ago

The Miners Rest Motel is seeking a supervisor to join our front-of-house team. We are a high-volume motel with dining and bar facilities in the heart of Kalgoorlie....

Inventory Pickers

Maggie Beer Holdings

Regents Park, Sydney

Our brands use Australian ingredients wherever possible, generating support for local farmers, growers, their families, and communities. Now with a substantial...

New 18hr ago

Our brands use Australian ingredients wherever possible, generating support for local farmers, growers, their families, and communities. Now with a substantial...

Labourers Wanted For 6 Week Project

Bin Servicing

Preston, Melbourne

TBG has specialised in the delivery of wheelie bins for over 20 years.We are looking for labourers to assist us on a casual basis over the next six weeks for a...

New 19hr ago

TBG has specialised in the delivery of wheelie bins for over 20 years.We are looking for labourers to assist us on a casual basis over the next six weeks for a...

Poultry Farm Hand - Free-range Egg Collection And Grading

Rohde Egg Co.

Tarlee, South Australia

Rohde Egg Co. is a free range egg producing business, consisting of two farms, Rohde’s Free Range Eggs and Blewitt Springs Free Range Eggs, based at Tarlee and...

New 19hr ago

Rohde Egg Co. is a free range egg producing business, consisting of two farms, Rohde’s Free Range Eggs and Blewitt Springs Free Range Eggs, based at Tarlee and...

Great Au Pair Experience Near The City In Brisbane!

Dream Nannies Premium Employer

Seven Hills, Brisbane

Join a wonderful family in the heart of Brisbane for 6 months! Mum and Dad are relocating to Brisbane with their 2 great kids (5 & 8)!They are looking for some help...

New 19hr ago

Join a wonderful family in the heart of Brisbane for 6 months! Mum and Dad are relocating to Brisbane with their 2 great kids (5 & 8)!They are looking for some help...

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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!