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

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Backpacker Jobs Australia

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

3 mins ago

Caravan Park All Rounder Couple

Bowen Holiday Park

Bowen, Queensland

Please read prior to applying.Looking to save money while accruing days in your regional...

59 mins ago

Construction Labourer

BurstalBuilding

Young, New South Wales

Due to an influx of work we require a motivated person preferably with a construction background...

17hr ago

Waiter/waitress/cafe Allrounder

Hotel Frangos

Daylesford, Ballarat

Looking for Waiters/Waitress, Bartenders/Barmaid for a busy restaurant and bar. Full Time...

19hr ago

Barista

Cervantes Bar and Bistro

Cervantes, Western Australia

We are looking for wait staff to join our growing team here at Cervantes Bar and Bistro and our...

19hr ago

Junk Removalist

1800-GOT-JUNK

Ashfield, Sydney

APPLY TODAY & START AS SOON AS THIS OR NEXT WEEK!Have you seen us driving around in our big...

1d ago

Raspberry Farm Hiring Seasonal Workers Join Us Now(2 Nd...

B&R

NSW, New South Wales

#ファーム紹介出来ます?Looking for raspberry Pickers.Anyone who needs to work or...

1d ago

Photographer Seeking Fit/athletic Male - Melbourne 24-28...

KFAD

Melbourne City, Melbourne

FIT or ATHLETIC MALES WANTED for PAID MODELLING JOB (no experience necessary)**Seeking Guys...

1d ago

Bar Supervisor All Rounder

CVOM Pty Ltd TAS The New Royal Hotel Rubyvale

RUBYVALE, QLD, 4702, Queensland

We are looking for the next dynamic Bar Person to join our team.Starting Date ASAPOur Ideal...

2d ago

Beauty & Massage Therapist Wanted For Fun Experience In...

Long Track Pantry & Parlour J Day Spa

Jugiong, New South Wales

We are looking for a Beauty & Massage Therapist to join the team in our country Day Spa!Tasks...

2d ago

Solar Lead Generators

RESINC Solar

Western Sydney suburbs, Sydney

We are looking for people who want to join our young and dynamic team as door-to-door lead...

2d ago

Barista & Bartender

Hotel Frangos

Daylesford, Victoria

Lovely cafe & restaurant looking to add to an exciting teamBased an hour outside of Melbourne...

2d ago

Production Workers

ESP RECRUITMENT

DERRIMUT, Melbourne

PRODUCTION WORKERS WANTED! DERRIMUT LOCATION IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE WEEKEND...

Latest Backpacker Jobs

Tractor Driver Labourer

Aussie Drain PL

melbourne, Melbourne

We are a company specialized in the installation and design of Subsurface Drainage onFarms and Sport-fields.We require a Tractor Driver/Laborer to help us with...

New 3 mins ago

We are a company specialized in the installation and design of Subsurface Drainage onFarms and Sport-fields.We require a Tractor Driver/Laborer to help us with...

 

Caravan Park All Rounder Couple

Bowen Holiday Park

Bowen, Queensland

Please read prior to applying.Looking to save money while accruing days in your regional work? Then look no further. We are seeking an all-rounder couple to join...

New 3 mins ago

Please read prior to applying.Looking to save money while accruing days in your regional work? Then look no further. We are seeking an all-rounder couple to join...

Construction Labourer

BurstalBuilding

Young, New South Wales

Due to an influx of work we require a motivated person preferably with a construction background to help with house reroofs/ building new housesApplicants must have...

New 59 mins ago

Due to an influx of work we require a motivated person preferably with a construction background to help with house reroofs/ building new housesApplicants must have...

Barista/shop Assistant

Hearthfire

75 Hyde St Bellingen, Coffs Harbour

Hearthfire is currently looking for an experienced barista and front of house professionalThis role would suit an experienced organised barista who has excellent...

New 13hr ago

Hearthfire is currently looking for an experienced barista and front of house professionalThis role would suit an experienced organised barista who has excellent...

Builders Labourer

Fallon Developments

Mount Eliza, Melbourne

General Labourer needed on a construction job site in Mount Eliza on Mornington Peninsula Friendly team environment .$32 /hour, paid daily to account. A lot of work...

New 13hr ago

General Labourer needed on a construction job site in Mount Eliza on Mornington Peninsula Friendly team environment .$32 /hour, paid daily to account. A lot of work...

Raspberry Pickers Wanted | Eligible For 2nd & 3rd-year Visa Extensions

T&O Labour

Coffs Harbour

Raspberry Picking Jobs Available|2nd & 3rd Year WHV Eligible | Coffs Harbour, NSW>>>Raspberry Season Has Begun! > Location:Coffs Harbour, NSW (Northern New...

New 14hr ago

Raspberry Picking Jobs Available|2nd & 3rd Year WHV Eligible | Coffs Harbour, NSW>>>Raspberry Season Has Begun! > Location:Coffs Harbour, NSW (Northern New...

Pick And Packer

Beautopia Hair and Beauty

Lane Cove West, Sydney

Job DescriptionBeautopia Hair and Beauty a busy Hair and Beauty product business located in lane cove west, is looking for a warehouse store-person to join our pick...

New 16hr ago

Job DescriptionBeautopia Hair and Beauty a busy Hair and Beauty product business located in lane cove west, is looking for a warehouse store-person to join our pick...

 

Waiter/waitress/cafe Allrounder

Hotel Frangos

Daylesford, Ballarat

Looking for Waiters/Waitress, Bartenders/Barmaid for a busy restaurant and bar. Full Time position and hours available (38-45 per week)Accommodation available for...

New 17hr ago

Looking for Waiters/Waitress, Bartenders/Barmaid for a busy restaurant and bar. Full Time position and hours available (38-45 per week)Accommodation available for...

 

Barista

Cervantes Bar and Bistro

Cervantes, Western Australia

We are looking for wait staff to join our growing team here at Cervantes Bar and Bistro and our sister company Meraki Jurien Bay. The successful applicant will be an...

New 19hr ago

We are looking for wait staff to join our growing team here at Cervantes Bar and Bistro and our sister company Meraki Jurien Bay. The successful applicant will be an...

 

Junk Removalist

1800-GOT-JUNK Premium Employer

Ashfield, Sydney

APPLY TODAY & START AS SOON AS THIS OR NEXT WEEK!Have you seen us driving around in our big blue trucks? Become a part of the best team Australia has seen!...

New 19hr ago

APPLY TODAY & START AS SOON AS THIS OR NEXT WEEK!Have you seen us driving around in our big blue trucks? Become a part of the best team Australia has seen!...

Wait Staff - Food & Beverage

Boathouse Restaurant

Daylesford, Victoria

An exciting opportunity awaits! We're looking for top-tier Waitstaff and Runners to deliver a best-in-class dining experience. This is your chance to showcase your...

New 23hr ago

An exciting opportunity awaits! We're looking for top-tier Waitstaff and Runners to deliver a best-in-class dining experience. This is your chance to showcase your...

Receptionist

Dromana holiday village

Dromana, Victoria

Seeking backpacker for receptionist role/ office work. Some occasional cleaning may be involved. Accomodation is provided onsite plus utilities is all part of the...

New 1d ago

Seeking backpacker for receptionist role/ office work. Some occasional cleaning may be involved. Accomodation is provided onsite plus utilities is all part of the...

 

Raspberry Farm Hiring Seasonal Workers Join Us Now(2 Nd Or 3 Rd Extension Visa )

B&R

NSW, New South Wales

#ファーム紹介出来ます?Looking for raspberry Pickers.Anyone who needs to work or complete the days for the 2nd and 3rd year VISA is welcome to join us...

New 1d ago

#ファーム紹介出来ます?Looking for raspberry Pickers.Anyone who needs to work or complete the days for the 2nd and 3rd year VISA is welcome to join us...

Kitchen Hand

Lake House

Daylesford, Victoria

Job availableLake House – Australia's iconic and most consistently awarded Gourmet Retreat is located in Daylesford, 80minutes from Melbourne.We are...

New 1d ago

Job availableLake House – Australia's iconic and most consistently awarded Gourmet Retreat is located in Daylesford, 80minutes from Melbourne.We are...

Barista/bartender/front Of House

Spitfire Restaurant and Grill

rosebud, Melbourne

As a Barista/Bartender/Front of house, you’ll be responsible for preparing high-quality coffee, cocktails, and other beverages while delivering top-notch customer...

New 1d ago

As a Barista/Bartender/Front of house, you’ll be responsible for preparing high-quality coffee, cocktails, and other beverages while delivering top-notch customer...

Restaurant All-rounder

Spitfire Restaurant and Grill

rosebud, Melbourne

As an All-Rounder, you’ll be involved in various tasks, including taking orders, serving food, preparing drinks, and keeping the shop clean and organized. This is a...

New 1d ago

As an All-Rounder, you’ll be involved in various tasks, including taking orders, serving food, preparing drinks, and keeping the shop clean and organized. This is a...

Kitchen Hand/ Dishwasher

Spitfire Restaurant and Grill

rosebud, Melbourne

As a Kitchen Hand / Dishwasher, you’ll play a key role in keeping our kitchen running smoothly. You’ll help with dishwashing, basic food prep, and keeping the...

New 1d ago

As a Kitchen Hand / Dishwasher, you’ll play a key role in keeping our kitchen running smoothly. You’ll help with dishwashing, basic food prep, and keeping the...

Sales Development Representive - Solar & Battery Ote $2,000 Weekly

Collins Group Premium Employer

Fortitude Valley, Brisbane

Lead Gen Field Representatives$32 Base Salary + Super Per Hour + Weekly Commissions - OTE Up to $2,000 Per Week4-6 Days Available WeeklyThe Collins Group is...

New 1d ago

Lead Gen Field Representatives$32 Base Salary + Super Per Hour + Weekly Commissions - OTE Up to $2,000 Per Week4-6 Days Available WeeklyThe Collins Group is...

 

Photographer Seeking Fit/athletic Male - Melbourne 24-28 June

KFAD

Melbourne City, Melbourne

FIT or ATHLETIC MALES WANTED for PAID MODELLING JOB (no experience necessary)**Seeking Guys in Melbourne 24-28 June**Award-winning Australian photographer...

New 1d ago

FIT or ATHLETIC MALES WANTED for PAID MODELLING JOB (no experience necessary)**Seeking Guys in Melbourne 24-28 June**Award-winning Australian photographer...

Hiring Car /mr Licence And Offsider For Furniture Removal Work

Amyra@1224

Archerfield, Brisbane

Hi Everyone.,We are a National Furniture Removal Company (Javi removals and Storage) having Depots in all major Cities of Australia.Our Brisbane depot...

New 1d ago

Hi Everyone.,We are a National Furniture Removal Company (Javi removals and Storage) having Depots in all major Cities of Australia.Our Brisbane depot...

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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!