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Labourer needed for pest management company. Digging trenches. 3-4 weeks work. Must be experienced Must be good worker Must have ABN Must have transport 50...
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Hi All, We are seeking enthusiastic General & Skilled Labourers to join our team, working on high-end Residential/Commercial builds across Sydney TODAY! We have...
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Hi there guys! We have a job available in Melbourne starting this Friday 5/9 for an indefinite period. The work is with an construction company which specialises...
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Electrical Trade Assistant position for 6 weeks, Mon-Fri 6:30-2:30 This would suit someone that is an electrician in their home country but hasn't had their skills...
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General labourer needed for lifting and cleaning Must have PPE - Steel cap boots and high vis and good level English 10pm start 1/9/25 49 for the first 2 hours...
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2 X Construction Labourers required for 1 days' work (Maybe longer) on Tuesday 2/9/25 at Southport. Must have previous jack hammering experience on a construction...
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Looking for motivated workers to help with gyprock, carpentry, and painting jobs. ✅ Experience preferable but not essential. ✅ Just be hard-working, reliable, and...
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Job Description PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE IN AUSTRALIA CRS is a Restoration company looking for labour to join our friendly team. The work is covered for 88...
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Container Unloaders required for work in Brendale. 8am - 4pm. 34.56/hour. Start Friday 29/08/25. Must have steel caps and hi-vis. APPLY NOW!
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About Our Client We are seeking a reliable Maintenance Garden labourers to join our client’s team in Sydney, NSW (Locations can vary across Sydney each day) Your...
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Labourers required for casual work. Locations are Forrestdale and Malaga. 34/hour. 7.30 am - 4pm. MUST have steel cap boots & hi-vis. On call casual work.
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No experience & want to earn up to 75 per hour? If you’re strong, reliable, and fun to be around, this high-paying role could be the most rewarding job you’ll ever...
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Location: 38 Lawson Crescent, Thomastown. Job Type: Casual positions available - immediate start. About Us: Victorian Temporary Fencing is a leading provider...
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Job Description Advantage Sandblasting and Coatings is hiring casual/temporary hours General Laborers in Hazelmere, WA. Apply now to be part of our team. Immediate...
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Hi All, We are seeking enthusiastic General & Skilled Labourers to join our team, working on high-end Residential/Commercial builds across Sydney TODAY! We have...
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Construction Labourers – General, Skilled & Ticketed Location: Various Sites Across Brisbane, Gold Coast & Sunshine Coast Are you a reliable and hard-working...
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Join Perth’s Leading Exhibition Builder – Casual General Hands Wanted! Must hold a valid white card Looking for a flexible, dynamic work opportunity? We’re on...
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Construction and Operations Assistant Pay: 70,000 to 85,000 plus super Sustainable Construction Services (SCS) is seeking a hardworking and reliable Construction...
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Labourers wanted for manual work on boat will be out at sea10 days at a time. Percentage of catch. Call 0402 442 850
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Location: Based in Pascoe Vale & working across Melbourne Join our small, family-run carpet cleaning business providing high-quality services to residential homes...
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Exciting Opportunity: Christmas Decorator / Installer with Immediate Start Are you ready to infuse the holiday spirit into every corner of Sydney and beyond? Join...
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Calling all backpackers, adventurers, and uni students in Sydney! If you're physically fit, reliable, and ready to earn good money while enjoying flexible hours, HLH...
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Looking for a keen worker ready to start next week Work involved labourers on-site Construction works Part time or full time
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Warehouse /Storeperson Warehousing experience LF HR higly desired 35/hr 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Frida
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Labourers required to install and dismantling temporary fencing. Dates: 4/9, 8/9, 11/9 & 15/9/25. Location: Hawkesbury Showground & Windsor Boat Ramp....
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General & Skilled Labourers –Byron Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience) Location: Byron Bay & South of Byron, NSW, Australia About the...
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General & Skilled Labourers –Sydney Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience) 33.51 + Travelling costs! Location: Sydney & Avalon Beach, NSW,...
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Hello. Couple needed 4 hours each , a day ,for garden and house maintenance. Weeding. Moving plants to new beds. Making new garden beds. Some painting ; some...
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Immediate start Looking for one or two fit fun labourers who are happy to work with the tree crew help clean up and chip branches through a wood mulcher. 30per...
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Event work available Monday 25/8/25 @ Belmore Oval. 8am-4pm. 34/hour. Apply immediately to onboard today to work tomorrow.
2mth ago
Civil Construction Labourer + Excavator Operator Location: Sydney, NSW Company: CFH CIVILS ________________________________________ About the Role CFH CIVILS is...
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Job Title: General & Skilled Labourers – Melbourne We are seeking reliable General and Skilled Labourers to join our team on projects across Melbourne. What...
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General & Skilled Labourers –Sydney Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience) Location: Sydney & Wamberal, NSW, Australia About the Role: We...
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Driver/ labourers wanted for bin delivery project (June-December) The work involves the driving of car license trucks and delivering & retrieving bins around the...
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We are Looking for people who are Fit and energetic to help with some laboring tasks on a Rural property between Rockhampton and Yeppoon. Job starts late October 25...
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Gardening for free accommodation Available October and November every week Monday to Friday (4days)
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We’re a busy removalist company based in Geraldton, Western Australia and we’re looking for hardworking backpackers to join our team! If you're fit, reliable, and...
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Urgent Job – Friday & Saturday One of our crew is unwell, so we need a last-minute replacement to leave Castle Hill this Friday 10am for 2 days (return Sunday...
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Looking for a friendly and outgoing person to help me do some general labouring and site maintenance Tasks include moving materials, site clean ups, pressure...
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Casual gardening work! * Casual and flexible work arrangements- perfect for WHV! * Training provided, gardening experience is a bonus but not essential. * 2 years...
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Job Description Job Title: General & Skilled Labourers – Melbourne & Sydney Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience) Location: Sydney &...
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SITE OPERATOR/LABOURER The primary purpose of this position is to install, dismantle, load and pack hire equipment and other related items. Requirements: - Steel...
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The Role: We are currently seeking motivated and reliable Process Workers to join our dynamic team. This role involves working on the production line, ensuring...
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We are currently looking for a residential construction labourer for ongoing work until Christmas. Most of our jobs are based on Brisbane's Bayside (Wynnum, Manly,...
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We are currently looking for 2-3 General Labourers for an immediate start to assist 3 days next week cleaning up a site located in Virginia, Brisbane. Must be...
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We're looking for someone to help with some casual work around the rural property planting, trimming trees, taking stuff to the tip, levelling out ground. The only...
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We are currently seeking reliable Labourers for casual positions located in Gold Coast and surroundings. Role offers variety, flexibility, and competitive pay with...
3mth ago
We are looking for an experienced Fibre Splicer to join our team. The role involves splicing, testing, and maintaining fibre optic cables to support network...
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We are seeking a reliable Labourer to support construction projects. Duties include moving materials, preparing job sites, assisting with tools/machinery, helping with...
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Are you someone who finds joy in a perfectly polished surface and takes pride in a job well done? Do you have an almost obsessive attention to detail? Then you...
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Mechanical Trade Assistant required. We are looking for someone who would like to learn something new You will need a mechanical aptitude Key...
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LOOKING FOR A OFFSIDER TO HELP UNLOAD A VAN INTO STORAGE UNIT ON GROUND FLOOR AROUND 6-7PM TONIGHT. 50 CASH SHOULD TAKE AROUND AN HOUR OR SO.
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LOOKING FOR TALENT THAT CAN ASSIST WITH ASSISTING THE TEAM WITH INSTALLING INTERNAL BLINDS. WILL SUIT A TRADES PERSON THAT CAN USE A DRILL AND HAS AN EYE FOR...
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VA Stone is seeking experienced and reliable Stone Polishers and Installers to join our growing team. We are a stone factory located in Clayton South, Melbourne....
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Gardening, removing lantana (weeds) mowing. One to two weeks work - we can provide accommodation and meals. 2 positions available Contact David 0416111151
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SITE OPERATOR/LABOURER The primary purpose of this position is to install, dismantle, load and pack hire equipment and other related items. Requirements: - Steel...
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JOIN OUR GENERAL LABOUR TALENT POOL – START YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY HERE! Are you a reliable, hardworking individual looking for casual hands-on work in a variety of...
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About the Role We’re looking for a reliable and technically minded Service & Repair Technician to assist with repairs and servicing of tools and equipment. This is a...
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Hi everyone. We're looking for someone to work full time hours in manufacturing, warehouse management and deliveries. With consistent working hours from 8 –...
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Driver and Offsider needed for Removal jobs all across Sydney: Requirements: - ABN ( Australian Business Number ) - Australian Drivers License - preferred...
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? Professional Landscaper – Sydney We are looking for an experienced Professional Landscaper to join our team working on projects across Sydney. If you have an eye...
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Event Labourers required for two locations: Leichhardt and Belmore. Hourly Rate: 33.00/hour. Available dates for work: Leichhardt - Wednesday...
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Howdy travellers. Have a great opportunity for a lawn mowing professional in Central Queensland. Key tasks: Operate whippersnippers, push mowers, zero turn...
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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! Our...
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What’s on Offer? - Competitive hourly rates 36 to 40ph plus travel & super - Ongoing work with leading construction companies - Weekly pay - Great site conditions...
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Immediate start. We are after a couple of people who can work together to help us gig out and level are area in preparation for the installation of concrete steps....
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Douglas Aerospace is looking for workers: full-time, part-time, casual and temporary positions available. 32 per hour plus super. We paint planes...old and new,...
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ob Title: General & Skilled Labourers – Melbourne & Sydney Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience) Location: Sydney & Wamberal, NSW, Australia...
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The work involves clearing areas on the land of branches and cuttings and other clearing the creek At this stage it could be 2-5 days work however there may be...
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We are currently seeking a Landscape Labourer to join our team for regular casual project. **You must have a car as you can't access the site via Public...
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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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Dec the Malls are a professional display and events company providing magical Christmas decorations and displays for shopping centres, corporate clients and local...
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Sydney-wide & occasional regional jobs Pay Rate: 33 per hour (casual) We’re seeking physically fit and reliable labourers to assist with ongoing gym equipment and...
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Warehouse / Styling assistants needed Great opportunity to join a fun and creative team, and enjoy monthly breakfasts on us! Monday - Friday 9am-5pm 220 per...
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Looking for fit worker Willing to work Casual part time Good hourly rate Ready to start in 2 weeks Must have general knowledge with tools and safety
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SELECT EVENTS AUSTRALIA are looking for hard working, strong, fit & reliable labourers to work in Melbourne with an immediate start. Previous experience in building...
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Good morning! We are seeking enthusiastic English & Irish general & skilled labourers & Landscapers to join our team, working on high-end residential builds across...
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EXPERIENCED Construction Labourers wanted ASAP for immediate start must have reliable vehicle, accommodation supplied.
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Scaffolders Needed ASAP! Melbourne CBD, VIC About the Role: We are currently seeking qualified Scaffolders to join our growing team for a range of residential and...
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About Us: Our client is seeking reliable General Hands / Relocation & Event workers – FF&E Labourers for casual positions located in Sydney CBD and surrounding...
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BRICK PAVERS / TILERS / STONE MASONS WANTED – CASUAL WORK WITH FLEXIBILITY! Location: Perth, WA (based in Wangara) Great hourly pay + only 15% backpacker tax – more...
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Good morning! We are seeking enthusiastic English & Irish general & skilled labourers & Landscapers to join our team, working on high-end residential builds across...
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Hi all - I'm looking for a traveler with painting experience. All nationalities welcome a long as you can speak basic English. I am an Ex backpacker so I know how...
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? NOW HIRING: CONTRACTOR REMOVALISTS WITH ABN – PERMANENT WORK AVAILABLE ? We are currently looking for reliable and hardworking contractors to join our team for...
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WE ARE HIRING – REMOVALIST CONTRACTORS WANTED (WITH ABN) Permanent Work Available | Truck & Training Provided We are currently looking for reliable contractors...
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Require a person that is able to start early mornings with yard maintenance, Will be required to clean accomadation areas as needed A bonus if you jave carpentry...
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Assistance required with running a concrete line pump. No experience necessary, but preferred. Must be physically fit, as job requires heavy lifting. Hours vary...
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A unique opportunity for a working holiday makers or backpackers to spend time in the great Aussie Outback, working for a friendly organisation restoring period homes....
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General Farm Clean of house and gardens Painting of house Accomodation onsite
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Pick rubbish/debris out of Mulch at our manufacturing site. Outdoor work. Excellent Competitive rates, 40.00 to 44.00 hourly rate \ only serious people need apply....
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Mulgowie Farming Company is a large Australian owned and operated horticultural business, specialising in the growing, packing, marketing and distribution of fresh...
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Good morning! We are seeking enthusiastic English & Irish general & skilled labourers & Landscapers to join our team, working on high-end residential builds across...
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? WE’RE HIRING: CASUAL CLEANERS – BRISBANE ? Join a respectful, friendly team with stable, ongoing work and real career growth opportunities! ✅ What We Offer:...
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? Removalist Contractor Wanted – 4-Week Contract (Starts Aug 12) 30/hour + Guaranteed Weekly Minimum Pay Based in Brisbane We’re after a reliable and hard-working...
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Trade Assist and general site clean on a domestic building site. This is part time job 2 or 3 days a week must have good communication and an ability to learn .
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Builders labourer for general demolition work and site cleans. Around 2 to 3 days work, immediate start
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We’re looking for a reliable Individual to join our team as a Gutter Cleaning Assistant on a 4-month contract. Work takes place at schools across regional areas — a...
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.