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New 2d ago
Looking for 2 X employee's to do some demo work, for up to 2 months in Regional Western AustraliaMeals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) & double bed accommodation fully...
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New 3d ago
Hello all!Australia’s award winning removals company are currently recruitingJOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a industry leading removals company who...
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Man With A Truck is having growing pains again and is looking for people who think outside the box to join our vibrant teamThe position will involve physical work...
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Factory Worker - Precast ConcreteThis fast growing and dynamic precast concrete manufacturer is seeking a hardworking Laborer to join our friendly and collaborative...
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Warehouse Assistant PositionCompany Summary:Here at Private Label Dynamics we are industry leaders in cosmetic private labelling. We provide our worldwide...
4d ago
Carpenter 3rd year or above$30 - 40 p/hr depending on experienceFull-time / ContractCarpenter required for residential project in Sydney eastern suburbs of...
4d ago
THE OPPORTUNITYReporting to Facilities Managers, you will be responsible for delivering and performing Grounds Maintenance Activities and landscaping services to a...
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THE OPPORTUNITYReporting to Facilities Managers, you will be responsible for delivering and performing Grounds Maintenance, General Hand works to a number of large...
4d 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...
5d ago
General Labourers wanted for New England Solar farm in Uralla (regional NSW), Counts towards your 88 days if you're a backpackerWill need:White (construction)...
5d ago
Job descriptionWe are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Gold coast and Surrounding suburbs, Great team environments!Relocations work...
5d ago
Job descriptionWe are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Tweed Heads and Surrounding suburbs, Great team environments!Relocations work...
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Job descriptionWe are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Brisbane CBD and around, Great team environments!Relocations work will commence...
6d ago
Deliver and Decorate Christmas Trees in homes all around Sydney!Super flexible hours available now till about 20th Jan. The right person can get 40hrs+ per week....
7d ago
Permanent cleaner for 2 hours per day ($35/hr)Additional casual odd jobs ($40/hr)Odd jobs include taking care of quotations, meeting with tradesmen / builders,...
8d ago
THE OPPORTUNITYReporting to Facilities Managers, you will be responsible for delivering and performing Grounds Maintenance Activities and landscaping services to a...
9d ago
Moving house so need help with that also building furniture.I need to clear new house and demolished waste from under my house into skip
9d ago
This is a one time job. It comes from time to time when it is needed during new construction.To move packages of furniture from one level to another. Plus other...
9d ago
Drake Perth have a number of immediate start Forklift/Pick Pack roles, based with a logistics client in Welshpool.Roles offered will be full time hours, ongoing,...
11d ago
Looking for an experienced concreter that can screed and finish
11d ago
Approx. 3 to 5 days work for our Townsville branch for immediate start for fit, energetic, casual/temporary labourers and cleaners to assist on a large fire and soot...
11d ago
We are looking for a competent general handyman willing to work in Western Sydney.This role would suit someone with previous experience in carpentry, electrical,...
11d ago
Job descriptionWe are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Sydney CBD and around Western Sydney and suburbs, great team environments!...
12d ago
Stiles Electrical require Trade Assistants for work on various street lighting, landscaping, sports lighting and large civil construction projects. With the...
12d ago
We are looking for qualified or experienced gardeners/landscapers for our business.We maintain a number of residential gardens mostly in the inner East of...
12d ago
We are seeking experienced grounds Maintenace people for work on the Sunny Sunshine CoastIf you have a love of working outdoors, maybe this is the job for you!...
13d ago
Hello all!Australia’s award winning removals company are currently recruitingJOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a industry leading removals company who...
14d ago
JOIN THE COMMON GROUND CREWWe are currently recruiting for experienced excavator operators and labourers with trail building experience to join the Common Ground...
15d ago
Main duties of this role include, but are not limited to:Building and dismantling temporary structuresBuilding and dismantling temporary flooringLoading and...
15d ago
WMPG is currently looking for a casual container loader with hourly rate 35$.Reporting to the Cold Stores supervisor, you will be responsible for performing duties...
15d ago
Techni-Clean Australia are a dynamic team with a diverse skills base working to efficiently and innovatively deliver services in the Maintenance and Construction...
16d ago
Garden and Landscape AssistantWe are a growing landscape company based in Pymble, NSW that offers its employees a supportive and safe workplace.The Company:...
17d ago
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 2023...
17d ago
We are looking for a team of workers to join our Christmas Tree Farm for the 2023JOB TASKSCutting treesLoading and unloading trucks with treesMust be fit...
17d ago
position available car Detailer
17d ago
Call for electriciansWe are looking for an experienced electrician to join our team. As an electrician, you will be responsible for installing, repairing and...
17d ago
Construction and home improvement apprentice workersWe are looking for apprentice construction and home improvement workers, no experience required. If you are...
17d ago
Handyman AssistantJob Description: Assist with minor home improvement repairs. If interested, please contact David by text at +61413272826
19d ago
Chapex Site Services is hiring!We are a mobile labour hire company based in North Fremantle with over 100 casual staff mostly aged between 18 and 25.You will...
20d ago
We currently require Landscape labourers to join our growing team specialising in residential and commercial landscape construction in North West and Hills District....
20d ago
We manufacture components in carbon fibre and other specialist composite materials.We stop for summer holidays over the Christmas/New Year period. We are looking...
20d ago
Join a leading global company at an entry level position based in Orange. Immediate start | Casual roles | Great team environment |Full training provided in a...
21d ago
Home handy man type work. Building, plastering/rendering experience preferred but not essential. Approximately 3 weeks work available. $20 cash per hour....
21d ago
Monitor tradesman onsite to check their progress and take some photos$40/hr7-8hrs/day for 3 days in totalLocation: Hobart
22d ago
Based out of our Sydney maintenance facility (Gladesville) , you will be working in a small team Installing and maintaining our out-of-home advertisements across...
22d ago
Hi Guys!We Hiring now for Meat factory in NSW Cooma.Welcome new backpackers :)*Job duties:Cutting, Packing, Cleaning etc in Meat Factory.*Shift:...
23d ago
Wanted to be on site as a spotter will be able to do other light worksam drilling over embankment out of crane boxneed you to an eye on drill power pack /compressor...
23d ago
Early starts early finishes for manual labour good conditions excellent rates for concrete panel work in the suburbs Forrestfield, Forrestdale and Neerabup...
23d ago
A small gardening team based on the Northern Beaches and North Shore, is looking for a physically fit individual who can work well with others, happy to work flexible...
26d ago
We are looking for 5 drivers/ labourers to assist on a three month project based in Tarneit, Melbourne.The work involves assisting us to deliver and changeover...
26d ago
Locations: Prestons & North ParamattaWe're on the lookout for a dedicated Garden Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this role, you'll play a crucial part...
26d ago
Regional Work VisaJob: Working on a building site on our farmWhere: Boorowa NSWWhen: Starting immediatelyPay: $28-$30 per hour, payslips provided....
27d ago
We are seeking a number of fit and enthusiastic people to assist us our with 2023 fireworks displays to be held in Melbourne from the 11th December to the 2nd January...
27d ago
JUCY Rentals has an exciting new opportunity in our Adelaide Branch! We are looking for a Vehicle Detailer to help us through our busy season!Role...
28d ago
Wanted someone with either Plastering or Rendering experience for a new build house. And also possibly some gardening and odd jobs if interested in more work....
28d ago
Benny's Backyards requires an energetic labourer to assist with garden maintenance tasks, for example, lawn mowing, hedging, weeding and other similar tasks - we are...
29d ago
We are seeking keen and reliable labourers for Event set up & Take down work in and around Gold coast, Brisbane and suburbs, great team environments! Sunday shift...
29d ago
$30/hour - Join our team and do external house washing for the most luxurious houses in Sydney.What you will need:- A good attitude- great relaxed vibe-...
15hr ago
Looking for someone to do house cleaning at our house each week starting asap at Mosman, and also if possible at PalmBeach (if not that’s ok!).6 hours per week...
23hr ago
ARC Staff is currently seeking candidates with prior experience in Garden Maintenance who have a passion for working outdoors. If you have experience with brush...
1mth ago
Join our fantastic team!If you are highly motivated, energetic and enjoy physical work come join the team atButler Carpet Cleaning.Prior experience is not...
1mth ago
Painter Required. Experience preferred for interior/ exterior properties.Must be neat, tidy and a quick learner. Immediate start. Great pay for right people. ( 2...
1mth ago
EVENT CREW REQUIRED NOW!We are seeking a team of reliable and hardworking Forklift Drivers, Labourers & Build Crew to assist with set up & pack up of events and...
1mth ago
Hi,We have positions available as a waste and recycling bin collector and sorter in a research team. The roles include physical waste and recycling sorting.-...
1mth ago
We are a family owned and operated business since 1990. Our highly valued reputation grows with each window treatment we sell. Our business is growing rapidly and we...
1mth ago
The egg grading floor located in Kinglake West VIC ( about 1 hour drive from Mel CBD or 30 mins drive from the Epping area) is looking for 1 x am shift staff (6 am...
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We are the leading office relocation company in Melbourne. With an opportunity to work somewhere new everyday and get paid while keeping fit. We have a great team to...
1mth ago
Join Our Team as a Traffic Controller at Trafficwerx NT!This position qualifies for regional work (WHV second/third-year visa extension)Are you ready to...
1mth ago
Hello all!Australia’s award winning removals company are currently recruitingJOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a industry leading removals company who...
1mth ago
Job DescriptionOn-going consistent work and full-time hours on. Coogee Residential renovation .We are dedicated to offering consistency and stability and...
1mth ago
Location: Salisbury and surroundsCasual and temporary positions available now!About the Role:- Mow lawns, trim edges, and maintain the overall appearance...
1mth ago
Location: Eastern SuburbsTemporary and Ongoing Casual positions availableAbout the Role:* Assist with garden maintenance at high-quality sites.* Mow...
1mth ago
Great Pay WeeklyConsistent and Guaranteed work - we are so busy!Full training provided, we just need hardworking peopleNO EXPERIENCE NEEDEDAward Pay rate...
1mth ago
Poultry process plant Baiada workers are needed!You can experience life in the countryside of Australia while making money!*Recruiting for the chicken hanger and...
1mth ago
Balonne Tyre Repairs are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Full-Time Tyre Fitters to join our professional team. Must be able to work as part of a team and...
1mth ago
Our busy demolition business has several openings available for motivated and fit individuals to work on site, indoors and/or on night shift from time to time....
1mth ago
Labourer required on house renovation project at Manly to assist with demolition, excavation, structure, clean upPrevious experience preferred but not essential...
1mth ago
General labour/light building work on a home renovation.Some skills /building experience is an advantageworking with others on site/self startergood...
1mth ago
seeking hard working seafood processors for a growing export company. We need many employees for work four days a week production. Join a great team environment on...
1mth ago
- Work close to home and achieve work life balance- Competitive hourly rate- Security and stability of well established businessWe are a professional landscape...
1mth ago
Company Overview:Step into a realm of innovation with one of Australia’s leading lamb processing entities, now in collaboration with Australian Career Pathways....
1mth ago
Furniture Removals Offsiders wanted !Do you want to meet other backpackers in a good team environment? Enjoy monthly breakfasts and fun social activities? We are...
1mth ago
We are looking for a mature, motivated, and reliable people or couples to join our fencing team. We erect various types of fences across Rural WA.Remuneration:...
1mth ago
Labourers requiredGyprock Plastering company looking for casual labourers at the Darwin Airport.Message 0439774951 with your details.
1mth ago
We need someone for house cleaning.We can pick you from Gordon Station.We have vaccum cleaner and mop etc$25 per hour4 hours jobTotal $100 cash
1mth ago
We will be setting up stores around Sydney for the next 3 Sundays - 22/10, 29/10 & 5/10 and require a few strong people to help.We normally start at 12:00pm at...
1mth ago
At Office Relocation Solutions, we're family owned, growing fast and need a team of removalists, general hands and drivers to join us.We are looking for...
1mth ago
We are currently looking for 4 individuals who are fit and able to pass a medical examination on 1 November/8 November in Nhill.Rate: $32.11 Per Hour, 35 - 38...
1mth ago
Labourers. Construction, Gyprock Plastering knowledge advantageous. Helping tradesmen, putting in ceiling tiles & general cleaning.Message: 0439774951
1mth ago
We are looking for hard workers who have a background in Brick Paving , landscaping or hardscapes to assist our staff for a job in Perth. Our current job is located in...
1mth ago
Would you like to further your career in the vineyard industry and challenge yourself?Northern Vineyard Services have an opportunity for you. IMMEDIATE START....
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We are a national air conditioning rental company supplying portable air conditioning equipment. Our busy Melbourne team requires an enthusiastic, flexible and hard...
Labourer Jobs Australia
A position that is always in demand, can be done by anyone with an able body, and in many cases can help you get a second or third year visa; it's little wonder that labouring is one of Australia's most popular backpacker gigs.
But what does it mean for backpackers to be a labourer as a 417 or 462 working holiday visa holder? Let's take a closer look.
What does a labourer actually do in Australia?
Labouring can be split into two categories.
First come the skilled labourers - otherwise known as tradespeople - who are trained and qualified in a specific discipline. Generally speaking skilled labourers earn good money and are always in demand in Australia, and there may even be a specific visa available to you if your trade is found on the Australian Department of Home Affairs skilled occupations list. Skilled labourers include such professionals as:
- Carpenters
- Plumbers
- Welders
- Plasterers
- Painters
- Electricians
- And many more...
But most backpackers aren't skilled labourers. They instead fall into the second category: general/unskilled labourers. The main task for these workers is to assist the skilled labourers and tradespeople on a worksite. This work includes such tasks as:
- Carrying and moving tools and materials
- Putting up/ dismantling temporary structures
- Clearing debris
- Cleaning/ tidying the worksite
Where are most labourer jobs located?
Wherever there are people, there's work for labourers. Labouring positions are available in a wide variety of industries and organisations, with construction companies, mines and local councils constituting some of the biggest employers. A labourer could work as a traffic controller in the centre of a city, or as an entry-level worker in Australia's remote mines.
Generally speaking there will be more labouring work available in bigger cities, but you'll get better pay in remote and isolated areas. Be sure to check out our labourer jobs in Sydney page as well as Brisbane and Melbourne.
What qualifications are needed to be a labourer?
One of the most alluring aspects of an entry-level labourer job is that no specific professional training is required to get one. On your first day you'll be inducted, and any necessary training will be completed on the job.
But while you won't need any qualifications, you will most likely need a certification. In order to work on any construction or mine site in Australia you need to have an Occupational Health and Safety General Induction Certificate, more commonly known as a White Card. To get a white card you simply need to complete a short course (usually around six hours) with a registered training organisation. Courses can either be completed online or face-to-face at a training centre.
Certain employers may ask you to undergo a pre-employment medical to ensure that you are fit to work, particularly if you are likely to encounter challenging conditions while on the job. You may also be asked to supply your own personal protective equipment (PPE), like steel-capped boots, a hard hat, ear plugs and a face mask.
How much does a labourer earn in Australia
Skilled labourers and tradespeople are very well paid in Australia, thanks in part to a constant shortage. The pay for general/unskilled labourers can also be quite good, thanks this time to Australia's world-leading minimum wage. You can expect to be paid $20/hr at the very least, and the actual rate is often far higher.
This is particularly the case for general labourers doing remote work. Australia's mines and rural communities have a tough time attracting workers, so generally offer better than average pay. If you're willing to put up with the less desirable aspects of working remotely, you can sometimes earn more as an unskilled labourer in the mines as you can as a skilled labourer in the city. It's common for a mine labourer to earn $40 an hour - double the minimum wage. On top of that, many labourer jobs in the mines will see living expenses like accommodation and food paid for, and a lack of malls and pubs will see you saving every cent!
Pros and cons of labourer jobs
So, is a labourer job the right choice for you, the working holidaymaker? Let's sum up the pros and cons.
Pros
- Work can be found everywhere, and can be done by almost everyone
- Good base pay, with opportunities to earn more
- You get to work outdoors
- Certain jobs will count as specified work for your second and third year visas
Cons
- You'll need to get a white card and you may have to supply some of your own equipment
- The work can be physically taxing
- The best paying work can be quite remote
When you weigh everything up, labouring is an enticing prospect. There is generally plenty of work available, you'll get good, steady pay, the only thing you'll need to bring to the table is a white card, and it could help you to extend your visa into a second and third year.
As long as a backpacker is ready and able, general/unskilled labouring is one of the best employment opportunities available.
Don't forget, in order to do a labouring job in the construction industry you will need to have a White Card qualification. Have a read of our guide to White Card Online Australia courses and classroom certification.
Take a look at our sister site for Labourer Jobs in New Zealand.