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5mth ago
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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$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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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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Great Pay WeeklyConsistent and Guaranteed work - we are so busy!Full training provided, we just need hardworking peopleNO EXPERIENCE NEEDEDAward Pay rate...
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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...
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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...
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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....
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Labourer required on house renovation project at Manly to assist with demolition, excavation, structure, clean upPrevious experience preferred but not essential...
6mth ago
General labouring/light building work on a home renovation.Some skills /building experience is an advantageworking with others on site/self startergood...
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Company Overview:Step into a realm of innovation with one of Australia’s leading lamb processing entities, now in collaboration with Australian Career Pathways....
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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:...
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Labourers requiredGyprock Plastering company looking for casual labourers at the Darwin Airport.Message 0439774951 with your details.
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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
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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...
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Labourers. Construction, Gyprock Plastering knowledge advantageous. Helping tradesmen, putting in ceiling tiles & general cleaning.Message: 0439774951
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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...
6mth ago
HR Truck Driver Required, Newcastle-Lake Macquarie-Central Coast & Some Sydney work.Please call Ray, 0414757699
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1800-GOT-JUNK? Gold Coast is seeking hardworking, customer service-oriented people to join our truck teams to remove unwanted items from our customers' private...
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Verkan Group are looking for Skilled Labourers for general works, 30min from Brisbane CBD- All work counts towards regional signoff for WHV- Opportunity to go...
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New house needs move earth from backyard to front yard. Backpacker welcomed. $35/hr.
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BD Building Projects, a leading high-end carpentry company, is currently seeking a skilled and motivated carpenter to join our dynamic team in Brisbane. As a company...
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BD Building Projects, a leading high-end carpentry company, is currently seeking a skilled and motivated carpenter to join our dynamic team in Melbourne. As a company...
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BD Building Projects, a leading high-end carpentry company, is currently seeking a skilled and motivated carpenter to join our dynamic team in Sydney. As a company...
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We are a high end residential building company specialising in extensions, renovations and new build work on architect designed high-end homes in the Sydney area....
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Currently seeking a handyman who is experienced, fit, reliable and hardworking who is available for approximately 2 weeks to undertake multiple different tasks that...
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Casual work available at a storage facility in October and November.The work revolves around moving some boxes, packing some boxes, moving items around, unpacking...
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We are a well-established property maintenance business with an excellent reputation in the industry serving the Sutherland Shire, South Sydney & St. George Areas. We...
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We require two strong labourers to help unpack a container in Minchinbury this Thursday.Pay rate: $30p/h, cash on completionDate: Thursday 12th October.Start...
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we are looking for general purpose labour for construction site. $28 hourly rate.
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Full time position/s available in our MASONRY RESTORATION company!Must have:WHITE CARDDRIVERS LICENSESTEEL TOE BOOTSTAX FILE NUMBER / ABNSome...
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- 417 and 426 subwork classified Job regional construction- Can stay up to three years on 417 and 426 visa- opportunities in pay increases and accommodation for...
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Outdoor work and you get to see all of Melbourne.Work: 3 days’ work from 6am to 3pm Monday to WednesdayCasual rate: $30 - $35 per hourInternational...
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We are a family owned company.We look after hundreds properties in bluemountain and looking for employees to help us with house cleaning, gardening and general...
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Need 2 helpers for Friday 6th of October & Monday 9th of October to help unpack a 40 foot container @ Kennards Maribyrnong. Pay rate is $28 an hour for this job....
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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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We are looking for labourer's to work on our family owned farm, located in the Darling Downs Region. Applicants would be assisting builders with upgrade work and...
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Take Your First Step Towards a Bright Future in Australia with Australian Career Pathways!must be willing to undertake training and Mintrack assessment if you hold...
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We are based in Upper Blue Mountains in Mt Wilson. We are seeking 2 experienced Garden Labourers to work for few months. We have 24 acres of manicured heritage cool...
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Detailed carpenter joiner required for the making of windows and doors
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Have an easy job, tomorrow 3 October 2023.9am to 1.00pmMoving boxes from one house to another, 1km apart, loading into a landcruiser tray.$100 / hour.
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Take Your First Step Towards a Bright Future in Australia with Australian Career Pathways!must be willing to undertake training and Mintrack assessment if you...
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Ute Driver / factory hand wanted with manual license for pick ups and delivery’s of lounges, sofas and chairs for local Upholsterer.Mon - Fri 8.30 - 12.30pm...
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We are looking for a landscape labourer for approximately 10 days commencing Wednesday 4th October. Ongoing work may be available for the right candidate.Must be...
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AXSA Group also known as Darwin Powdercoating is looking for an enthusiastic POWDERCOATER and SANDBLASTER on a casual or part time basis to join our team in Berrimah....
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Need hardworking/reliable/strong person to join a small family removal company in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. Must be able to start asap .Part time rates apply...
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We are looking for labourers to join our team on an ongoing basis (casual or part time hours) to assist with deliveries, installations and pick ups across a variety of...
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Our factory is a meat production facility that packs meat products for the hospitality industry and is looking for labourers that can work 38 hours per week from...
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Looking for casual workers to assist with shifts in and around Melbourne tomorrow 26th September 2023 Southbank and Dingley.Must be physically fit as some heavy...
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JOB OPPORTUNITY in Sydney, Hunter / Newcastle, Melbourne & BrisbaneOpportunity to see the country and be paid!Must have current drivers licence (international...
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We need two person to unload the container on 27 Sep from 9:30am. The job will need 6-7 hours. $30 per hour. Please contact us on 0408866758 if you want to come.
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We require a casual MR driver for immediate start for furniture removals. This job involves both driving and moving furniture.RequirementsExperienced Preferred...
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Take Your First Step Towards a Bright Future in Australia with Australian Career Pathways!Trainee Eligibility:- Holds Subclass 417 or 462 visa- Willing to...
7mth ago
FOCUS SHOPFITManaging and executing commercial and retail shopfitting projects Australia-wide since 1984. We ALWAYS finish projects on time and on budget - every...
7mth ago
Are you hard working, friendly, reliable and customer focused? Do you like keeping fit? Then we are always looking for people like you to join our amazing team. To...
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Need 2 helpers for Thursday 21st September & Friday 22nd of September to help unpack a 40 foot container @ Kennards Maribyrnong. Pay rate is $28 an hour for this job....
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Offering $35 - $40 p/hrAre you passionate about maintaining an impeccable guest experience through exceptional housekeeping standards? Do you thrive in a fast-paced,...
7mth ago
Hi,We have a few of odd jobs that need to be done around the house and require an energetic person to work around 8 hours a day for 2 or 3 days a week.Please send...
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Marina Attendant - Weekend work - White Bay 6 Marine Park, BalmainSydney Harbour Boat Storage is seeking weekend marina attendants to join our busy team at...
7mth ago
About usWe are a family-owned business working in the Building and Construction industry for over 20 years. We specialise in commercial and structural demolition. We...
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Experience the magic of Christmas and join our magical Santa photo sets in shopping centres across Australia and New Zealand.As Santa's Helper, you can create...
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About UsOne of the leading Australian Timber Product manufacturing & processing business based in Raglan NSW!The work:Involves moving, handling, stacking,...
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We have labourer roles available across the east coast. We are currently on sites in Western Sydney, Tweed Heads, Tabulam, Rockhampton QLD. White card is required,...
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Polyfoam Brisbane Pty Ltd was established in Melbourne in 1986 to manufacture foampackaging for produce and specialty products. Since that time, Polyfoam has grown...
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Labour required to help with the build of structures/marquees for the upcoming Supercars event.The build will be from the 11th Sep - 30th September, and the...
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Join Our TeamRope Access TechnicianAnchor Safe Rope Access are hiring full time qualified tradespeople, such as Painters, Renderers, Waterproofers or...
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Labourer required for busy boat yard. Duties include lifting boats, sanding and polishing, transporting and moving.Experience with an airless spray gun is...
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We seek reliable people to undertake a range of repair duties for our Property Maintenance business, in the inner Melbourne area.Must have experience in basic...
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We are looking for motivated and friendly drivers with experience in driving 3.5-4.5 tonne trucks to join our team of removalists based in Sumner, QLD. We operate 6...
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We are looking for a few workers over the next few days and possibly next week. To help move some furniture and boxes and unpack some boxes. Light cleaning and...
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About the Company:The Pentarch Group is a privately-owned group of companies with three operational divisions.Forestry Division – a major sawmiller and...
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Casual labourers required to pack out fish. Must be fit and strong. Four to six hours work. Paid on completion of the job. $30/hr. Early start - 3.30 am.
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Regional construction counts for visa requirements.We're looking for someone to join a small team on a 10 month remaining contract for the National Parks. The job...
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About the Company:The Pentarch Group is a privately-owned group of companies with three operational divisions.Forestry Division – a major sawmiller and...
7mth 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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I have to level some ground at a residential address to prepare for a concrete slab.Looking for at least 2 people to get the job done. Its manual digging as per...
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Germax Interiors is known for exceptional quality and customer service specialising in custom made joinery and furniture for the commercial sector for over 37 years....
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NOTE FOR WORKING HOLIDAY MAKERS, THIS COUNTS TOWARDS YOUR REGIONAL COMPONENT$33 per hour (casual inc super) + $ bonuses, General Construction Labourer$40 per...
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Yard Hand / Labourer -Bus companyLabourers (Trades & Services)Full time 6days a weekMonday to Saturday role - 7am startNational family-owned and...
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NOTE FOR WORKING HOLIDAY MAKERS, THIS COUNTS TOWARDS YOUR REGIONAL COMPONENTThe following rates include free accommodation (dormitory style):$33 per hour (casual...
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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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Make it Clean is always looking for reliable teams with attention to detail and a commitment to deliver outstanding services.
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LABORING WORK INCLUDES BAGGING SOIL/MULCH, SPLITTING FIREWOOD AND GENERAL DUTIES. FLEXIBLE HOURS OF WORK IN KEEPING WITH A TRAVELERS LIFESTYLE. EXPERIENCE NOT...
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An opportunity exists at our Gundagai Plant for Unskilled Production Workers. We are seeking individuals to join our dynamic organisation and enjoy the benefits and...
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.