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• Duties include relocation of items within the commercial sector, I.T Deployment, assemble and disassemble work stations, Packing, and relocating office furniture,...
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HLH Group is looking to grow their team of construction labourers for ongoing work.Sites located throughout Sydney, including Eastern Suburbs, CBD, Inner West,...
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INTRALAND PTY LTD have a number of roles available (short, medium or long term) which will require the applicants to be either a trade qualified, have trade hand...
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No weekend work, late nights or Public HolidaysPabs Furniture Rentals is one of Australia’s leading household furniture rental businesses, providing furniture...
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General Restoration Technician required for busy branch [factory in Paget] - servicing the wider Mackay region. Experience in this industry is not essential.For...
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Exploration company working in the Pilbara and based in Perth is seeking an experienced person to work as field assistant supporting the geologists and assisting with...
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Techni-Clean Australia are a dynamic team with a diverse skills base working to efficiently and innovatively deliver services in the Maintenance and Construction...
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General duties are:Removal of existing flooringRemoval of waste flooring to rubbish pointGeneral flooring dutiesSweeping, vacuuming, etc.We are a regional...
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Job descriptionWe are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Sydney and Surrounding suburbs, Great team environments!Relocations work will...
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Job descriptionWe are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Brisbane and Surrounding suburbs, Great team environments!Relocations work will...
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We are hiring now!!Meat factory job.Start ASAPQ-fever and PEM will be provided.This area no public transport.Must need own transport.No Accommodation...
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The ANZ Enviro Perth office is HIRING!Join our awesome team as an Asbestos Removalist!You will have the option of an immediate start at our established...
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TRADIES WANTED!!Are you a traveling worker looking for your 88 days to be eligible to apply for your second year Visa?Do you have bricklaying carpentry or...
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MR Drivers required within the Commercial Relocations Sector.Applicants need to have a current Australian MR Licence'Immediate start.Looking for people with a...
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Casual positionsUp to 38 hours per weekSalisbury LocationHourly rate + relevant award entitlements including penalty rates + superannuationResponsibilities...
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Commercial cleaning work.Cleaning of Offices, schools, and houses.Driver's license and some cleaning/laboring work with references required.Yes, this job...
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CLEANERS;Responsibilities:• Currently seeking experienced cleaners to work in commercial and residential premises.• • Commercial cleaning• House...
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Responsibilities:Currently seeking an experienced pool technician to take over our weekly pool maintenance schedule.- Pool technician experience (preferred)-...
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Pabs Furniture Rentals one of Australia’s leading furniture rental businesses providing furniture packages to the real estate, interiors, and relocations markets....
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About UsHarry the Hirer is the market leader in the provision of temporary infrastructure to the Event, Exhibition and Corporate sector. We provide equipment and...
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We have approx. 2 to 3 weeks work at our Mackay branch for immediate start for fit, energetic, casual/temporary labourers and cleaners to assist on a large fire and...
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We require a warehouse/store person to help in our warehouse in Western Sydney. Duties include:• Picking and packing of daily orders• Accurate receiving of...
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Trades skilled people requiredgood starting ratelong term workpaid weeklymust have abn and white card
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Looking for someone who loves to work outdoors. Opportunity to keep fit & get a tan!General lawn mowing & gardening duties
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Company: End of Lease Cleaning MelbourneLocation: Melbourne, VictoriaJob Type: Full-time/Part-timeAre you dedicated to ensuring properties are left in...
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Hi Everyone!Fragile Removals & Storage are hiring for immediate start in Sydney.We are a National Furniture Removals Business, with branches in Melbourne,...
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Landscaper Labour, Up to 6 months work.Must be equipped for the season, outdoor work.$40 per hour.Immediate Start.
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Skilled Labour – Level 3 Arborist• Full time position available- minimum 12 month contract• Projects in Central and North Western Victoria• Join a...
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Help scrape, sand and antifoul a 36 foot yacht at Woolwich Dock boatyard. Tools and safety equipment provided. from 29 to 31 January 2024
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Job Description• Duties include relocation of items within the commercial sector, I.T Deployment, assemble and disassemble work stations, Packing, and relocating...
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We are looking for Labourers to join our team of Cabinet Makers in Regional NSW. Experience in Cabinet Making or Carpentry preferred but not essential. We have a...
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Sharp Labour Hire are working with leading builders and scaffold companies across the Hunter & Newcastle region ...... As a result we are now looking for scaffold...
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We are looking for people to work in a seafood processing factory.Must be fit as there is a lot of heavy lifing.Monday to Friday - 6.30am - 2.30pm, no weekend...
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Job DescriptionJob descriptionWe are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Brisbane and Surrounding suburbs, Great team environments!...
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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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Perth landscaping company looking for Landscape Labourers for work on various sites around Perth, commercial and residential.
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Commercial CleanerKleenit North Perth Pty LtdKleenit has been providing Carnarvon with cleaning services since 2017. During this time we have experienced growth...
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Position: General HandymanSalary: $35 per hour + Superannuation.Location: Mulgrave NSWAbout the Role:We are seeking a skilled and versatile General Handyman...
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Jaspre Group are seeking factory labourers in Arundel area.Position: - some tool and machine operating.- stocktaking.- pick...
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WHO ARE WE?ibis Styles Karratha is a well located Business Hotel in the center of town with in walking distance of the main shopping center. Featuring 47 rooms,...
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Job Type: Casual (2-3 days per week)About Us:We're a happy team that makes homes look super cool! We are based in Viewbank, and our job is to make houses look...
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Sharp Labour Hire are working with some of the most innovative builders across NSW ...... We are now looking for skilled labourers to work on exisiting and new...
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I'm looking for 4/5 people to help do manual labour work at our storage facility in O'Connor from the 10th to the 12th of January.The work is mostly sorting stock...
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Full time positionSmall family owned business3 bedroom private house available
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HEAT BAG - SEWING MACHINIST (Sewing wheatbags closed)WORK STARTS IMMEDIATELY FULL TIME.Full 3 months works in regional Victoria.Qualifies for your 2nd year...
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Main duties of this role include, but are not limited to:Building and dismantling temporary structuresBuilding and dismantling temporary flooringLoading and...
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Hi, we're looking for a friendly, strong labourer to dig a 1000 litre family pond for us (~1,500kgs of dirt). All the soil will be kept on site and moved a short...
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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...
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Looking for a staff member to join our air bnb cleaning team.We are located in Frankston. There is a direct line from the city.There is plenty of work available...
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The company: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...
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With over 25 years industry experience, GreenLife Group (GLG) is looking to fill a variety of positions, to contribute to our fast-growing grounds maintenance QLD...
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With over 25 years industry experience, GreenLife Group (GLG) is looking to fill a variety of positions, to contribute to our fast-growing grounds maintenance QLD...
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We require 2 people for packing up some kiosks in shopping centres on the 24th of December from 2pm approximately to 2am in the morning.There will be some heavy...
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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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Job Title: Supervisor/2ic - All Above Reforestation AustraliaLocation: Perth, Western AustraliaCompany Overview:We are a leading planting company based in Perth,...
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We are looking fora Passive fire Installer / Service Technician to join our growing team.High level of attention to safety and qualityJob Type:...
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Labour solutions Australia has ongoing casual work available with a Chaff /stockfeed feed company.The role will consist general Labouring tasks required to make...
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Job descriptionWe are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Brisbane and Surrounding suburbs, Great team environments!Relocations work will...
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We are currently looking for 4 individuals who are fit and able to pass a medical examination on 20th December in Nhill.Rate: $32.11 Per Hour, 35 - 38 Hours A Week...
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Boatbuilders assistant wantedProject: Catamaran refitRate: $40 / hrRequirements: must have an ABNDuties: cleaning, repairs and some works,We are a...
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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,...
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As a Garden Labourer, you will play a crucial role in assisting with various landscaping projects. From planting and weeding to mulching and lawn maintenance, you will...
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Hello everyone,Infintree Workforce Solutions is currently seeking: General Landscape Labourers.What is a landscape Labourer?Landscaping and grounds...
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Help load and unload furniture truck , and travel with the trucks to load and unload in different areas of NSW, Victoria and Queenland
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I am currently seeking individuals or couples to assist with internal house painting and additional maintenance assistance.Position: Internal House Painter and...
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Carpenter 3rd year or above$30 - 40 p/hr depending on experienceFull-time / ContractCarpenter required for residential project in Sydney eastern suburbs of...
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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...
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Permanent cleaner for 2 hours per day ($35/hr)Additional casual odd jobs ($40/hr)Odd jobs include taking care of quotations, meeting with tradesmen / builders,...
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Looking for an experienced concreter that can screed and finish
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Approx. 3 to 5 days work for our Townsville branch for immediate start for fit, energetic, casual/temporary labourers and cleaners to assist on a large fire and soot...
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Stiles Electrical require Trade Assistants for work on various street lighting, landscaping, sports lighting and large civil construction projects. With the...
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Hello all!Australia’s award winning removals company are currently recruitingJOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a industry leading removals company who...
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JOIN THE COMMON GROUND CREWWe are currently recruiting for experienced excavator operators and labourers with trail building experience to join the Common Ground...
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WMPG is currently looking for a casual container loader with hourly rate 35$.Reporting to the Cold Stores supervisor, you will be responsible for performing duties...
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I am after 1 or 2 laborers to assist over a 3 - 4 day period clearing soil and rubble at a house in seaforth. The applicants must be fit and strong and willing to...
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Call for electriciansWe are looking for an experienced electrician to join our team. As an electrician, you will be responsible for installing, repairing and...
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Construction and home improvement apprentice workersWe are looking for apprentice construction and home improvement workers, no experience required. If you are...
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Handyman AssistantJob Description: Assist with minor home improvement repairs. If interested, please contact David by text at +61413272826
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We currently require Landscape labourers to join our growing team specialising in residential and commercial landscape construction in North West and Hills District....
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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...
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Home handy man type work. Building, plastering/rendering experience preferred but not essential. Approximately 3 weeks work available. $20 cash per hour....
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Monitor tradesman onsite to check their progress and take some photos$40/hr7-8hrs/day for 3 days in totalLocation: Hobart
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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...
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Early starts early finishes for manual labour good conditions excellent rates for concrete panel work in the suburbs Forrestfield, Forrestdale and Neerabup...
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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...
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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....
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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...
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$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-...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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.-...
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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...
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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.