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6mth ago
Forklift operator needed in Corio, for 28th April, 1 week maybe longer Must have: Australian Forklift Licence White Card PPE- Steel capped Boots, High Vis...
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General labourer needed for tomorrow 22/4 till 24/4, 7am-3:30pm Must have white card and PPE - steel capped boots and high vis, for helping with a hotel fit out -...
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General Labourers Needed – Yatala, QLD One Day Only – 17th April 2025 Shift: 6:30 AM – 2:20 PM Pay: $34/hr + $22 Daily Allowance We’re looking for General...
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Labourer needed with skills in carpentry for help with hotel fit out in Ipswich Tomorrow Wednesday 16th -23rd (Public holidays off) 7am-3:30pm $45 p/hr if...
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? Job Opportunity: Cleaner Wanted – $32/hr | Nova Organic Cleaning Nova Organic Cleaning is seeking reliable and detail-oriented cleaners to join our growing team!...
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This is your chance to join the mining industry! No Experience Needed! ✈︎ Our goal is to help YOU to secure your first FIFO job in the mining industry >> We offer...
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General labourers needed for demolition work and site clean up in Thomas Town Tuesday 12th May-1 week 7am-3:30pm Must have white card and PPE steel capped boots...
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Kardan Construction is a multi-award winning Perth based Aboriginal licensed construction company, we are currently looking for Trade qualified tilers and carpenters....
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LABOUR JOB FULL TIME IN SYDNEY Drivers licence and white card mandatory. Pay $35/h plus super Mostly Sydney CBD based jobs Training provided Ideal candidate is...
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We are looking for a labourer for a full time position packing 25kg bags on a daily basis. The job offers regular work with flexible hours. Our factory is located...
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Looking for a plastering labouerer Full time, or part time Must have - licence - white card - Abn Will be treated well
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I am a renovator and have nearly completed a beach house in Rye. There are several different processes I need help with: Painting Cleaning Moving small furniture...
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Help moving some cool room panels, tidy garden, cut trees, mow lawn
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Job Opportunity: Civil Construction Labourer + Excavator Operator Location: Sydney, Australia Company: CFH CIVILS About Us: We are a local Sydney-based civil...
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General Labourers needed on 28th of April for a week maybe longer 7am-5pm Must have: White Card Working at heights licence PPE- Steel capped boots, high...
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Solo Builder requires trades assistant to undertake construction work. Work includes building granny flat, carport, lining sheds, bathroom renovations etc. Require...
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Job description - Great Pay Weekly - Available to start ASAP - Full training provided, we just need hardworking people - NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED - Award Paying...
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am a renovator and have nearly completed a beach house in Rye. There are several different processes I need help with: Painting Cleaning Moving small furniture...
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Looking for 3 x Labourers to assist with a casual job on Friday 28th March. You must have previous labouring experience, PPE and whitecard. The job is in...
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Carpenter or skilled labourer with experience with fit outs needed Wednesday 16th April- 23rd April (Excluding Easter holidays) in Ipswich, 7am-3.30pm Must have...
7mth ago
Job description About our team: Sydney Insulation is a fast-growing family owned insulation business with an outstanding track record in providing excellence in...
7mth ago
We’re looking for a hardworking Relocation Laborers for jobs around Brisbane inner suburbs You’ll be involved in physically demanding tasks such as general...
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Job description - Great Pay Weekly - Available to start ASAP - Full onsite training provided, we just need hardworking people - Need experience with dismantling...
7mth ago
General Labouring work helping clean warehouse , building racks along with other duties , must be fit and reliable . Forklift experience will be well regarded...
8mth ago
We’re looking for a hardworking Relocation Labourers based in Adelaide. You'll be involved in physically demanding tasks such as loading, unloading, ensuring a smooth...
8mth ago
are you looking to work in the meat industry do you have some skills in the industry e also have farm work and other work that will help you do your visa ex you can...
8mth ago
Great Pay Weekly!! - Consistent and Guaranteed work - we are so busy! - Full training provided, we just need hardworking and reliable people - Award Pay rate...
8mth ago
We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking Labourer to help out around our home, shed and garden.
8mth ago
We’re looking for reliable event Labourers to assist with event set-up and bump out for a variety of jobs across Melbourne and Victoria. We have a variety of shifts...
8mth ago
DnA Steel Direct Position Vacant Yard Person DnA Steel Direct, a leading steel supplier in Alice Springs require a Yard Person to provide essential support to our...
8mth ago
WANTED General construction labourer, working on a small jetty in Geraldton, needs to be fluent in English and hard working. paid weekly. work starts 19-03-2025,...
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We currently require Landscape labourers to join our growing team specialising in residential and commercial landscape construction in North West Sydney and in...
8mth ago
General labourers needed in and around Brisbane and Gold Coast, first shift 18/3 to help an events company set up 8am Redcliffe (Brisbane) full day Must have...
8mth ago
Looking for Manual truck driver ( manual car licence) to help with the installation and collection of home staging furniture - all own furniture no white goods...
8mth ago
A strong and skilled guy to help with garden tasks in a private garden. this is only a temporary job to get garden organised. No permanent position 2-3 hours per week...
8mth ago
We require a great all rounder for 2 weeks in March to assist the property manager with painting, landscaping, ground works etc. Some heavy lifting and working at...
8mth ago
Electricians and Trades Assistants needed for an innovative renewable energy company. Previous solar experience is of an advantage. Previous trades experience is...
8mth ago
Seeking Labourer in Construction - rural projects including concrete. Based in Wagga Wagga NSW. Work days Monday to Friday, must be able to travel if required, have...
8mth ago
Work in the Packing shed. Start on Monday 3rd March for five to six weeks. Five days a week work. Remuneration based on Horticulture Award, Casual on hourly rates. Two...
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Job Description: Sharp Labour Hire are working with leading construction company's across NSW ...... as a result are now looking for skilled labourers to work on...
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J ob Description Are you a hands-on worker with mechanical experience, looking for a new challenge? Join our team as a Trade Assistant! We’re seeking energetic,...
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Job Opportunity: Civil Construction Professional Location: Sydney, Australia Company: CFH CIVILS About Us: We are a local Sydney-based civil construction business...
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Removals company looking for an Experienced and physically fit ,VeryStrong person for removals jobs house moving, heavy lifting someone with experienced or fast...
8mth ago
Help replace fairy lights garden tidy up and help replace irrigation poly pipes, watering timers. Replace hinges in pool pump room Happy to pay $35-$40 per hour
8mth ago
General labour duties including; house renovations/demolition(5 acre block) yard maintenance and boat renovations. Possible accomodation including utilities or parking...
8mth ago
TRAINEE HELPER To work from 12 noon to 3:00 PM, on either Mondays or Wednesdays assisting owner of house with gardening (involves some heavy lifting and digging),...
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A couple or single person require for immediate start, 1st position Cleaner for inside home and some animal care . Two days a week. Must have own car, non vaxed...
8mth ago
General labourers needed for set up of an event Saturday 22/2 in Gosford 10am-2pm $40 p/hr Must have PPE of steel capped boots and high Vis, need to be physically fit
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We are looking for a cleaner to assist our team in restoration works in the Gold Coast region. Great Pay ($31.21 p/hr) and variety of cleaning work covering both...
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We are currently seeking enthusiastic and reliable Labourers/Event & Exhibition Team Members to join our team. As a labourer/Event & Exhibition Team Member, you will...
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General Laboure's required with experience in building, construction or laboring, please understand that the job is in Murray Bridge. A Good understanding of the...
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Forklift Operator needed Thursday 20th 7am in Burwood East to help load and unload a truck $35 p/hr Must have white card and Australian forklift licence and...
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Meat factory job. Start ASAP Q-fever and PEM will be provided. This area no public transport. Must need own transport. $29.56 start Morning shift Monday...
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Family run removals company looking for drivers and offsiders for immediate work. Manual Car license mandatory for this role. Heavy lifting and physical labour...
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Hi I am looking for a bricklayer to lay some bricks
9mth ago
General labourers and forklift operators needed in and around Sydney Must have PPE- Steel capped boots and high vis and be physically fit 24/2 and 25/2 $33...
9mth ago
Gardening work on a property in the blue mountains, accommodation in the Blue Mountains. Camping and van site also available as is private rooms. Close to farms in...
9mth ago
Job Title: Fragile Freight Transport Driver ? Location: Melbourne-based (Travel to Sydney, Adelaide & Regional Areas) We are looking for a responsible and reliable...
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Join the Team at Safe Pool Solutions – Flexible hours, job bonus, vehicle available for private use. Safe Pool Solutions is a leading rental equipment company....
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Looking for general labourers to help set up and pack down events in and around Brisbane. Usual shifts are 8-5 with occasional night shifts Must have PPE -...
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We need a common sense person to work with a skilled carpenter. The person should be familiar with the use of power tools, drop saws, hammer drills, planers, drills,...
9mth ago
Forklift Operator needed for an events company in Mudgee, must have experience loading and unloading trucks as well as Australian Forklift Licence and PPE (Steel...
9mth ago
About Mover Melbourne: At Mover Melbourne, we pride ourselves on providing reliable and efficient moving services to our clients. Our dedicated team of professionals...
9mth ago
About Us: Precision Laser Cleaning (PLC) is Australia’s leading provider of advanced laser cleaning solutions, streamlining the way industry undertakes maintenance,...
9mth ago
Tasks: Work with other team members to complete physical tasks to ensure smooth operations at events and mobile locations. What You Bring: Full PPE (steel toe...
9mth ago
General labourer needed 1 week 10/02/25 7:30am-3pm in Ipswich Must have white card and PPE (Steel capped boots and High Vis) Previous labouring experience in...
9mth ago
Mobile Car Cleaner Needed, CAR or MOTORBIKE REQUIRED - Sydney NSW $40 - $50 per hour. Immediate start. 6 to 8 hours per day. All equipment will be provided....
9mth ago
Forklift Operator needed. ASAP start in Carrara QLD. 8am-5pm, Immediate start Must have Australian Forklift licence PPE: Hi vis and steel capped boots
9mth ago
YES AVAILABLE AT KOGARAH NSW LOOKING FOR HOUSE KEEPER ALL ROUNDER FOR 4 BEDRM HOUSE WITH BACKYARD JOB ALSO INCLUDES GARDENING 2 DAYS A WEEK 4 HOURS A DAY IF CAN DRIVE...
9mth ago
We require a temporary labourer for 4 weeks to help lift and install heavy gates & fencing. Applicant needs to be fit and strong. Good rates. Immediate start in...
9mth ago
General Labourers required with experience in building, construction or labouring Physically fit Ability to work unsupervised when needed Job is in Geraldton WA...
9mth ago
Join Our Team at Safe Pool Solutions – Role with Growth Potential! Safe Pool Solutions is a leading rental equipment provider in the swimming pool industry, serving...
9mth ago
General labourers needed for setting up an event Friday 21/2 8:30am-4:30pm and Sunday 23/02 8am-1pm Base $33 p/hr, time and a half $46p/hr Sunday and double time...
9mth ago
If you’re enthusiastic and hardworking, then this may be the job for you!!! Looking for competent qualified carpenters, or someone with experience in building, and or...
9mth ago
hi need help to move furniture today, friday , for 5 hours . can pick up on noosa area . one off job . 25 per hour cash . pls contact keryn 0490794518
9mth ago
We are looking for ongoing labour workers for gardening and cleaning
9mth ago
Looking for casual workers to assist with shifts in and around Melbourne Must be physically fit as some heavy lifting may be required due to the nature of furniture...
9mth ago
Opportunities for both skilled and unskilled positions The ability to work varying hours and different rosters: Located at our Pork Processing Facility at Eagle...
9mth ago
Fencing laborers required on a casual call in basis situated in the Northern Suburbs of Brisbane.
9mth ago
Looking for 1 - 2 people to help with the installation of a hail netting structure, particularly threading the nets. Must be fit and have own way of getting to...
9mth ago
I like a person for 3/4 days to setting up a week end garage sale you will earn $100 a day plus their is a place for your to lay down your swag for the time you are...
9mth ago
Forklift Operator needed in in Brookvale for set up of an event Monday 24th 8am-4pm and Tuesday 11:30am-6pm Must have Australian Forklift Licence and experience...
9mth ago
Forklift Operators needed for help setting up and packing down events, hours usually between 8am-6pm or night shifts Must have Australian Forklift Licence and PPE...
9mth ago
Are you a backpacker looking to complete your 88 days in a vibrant production environment? Do you have forklift driving experience and a can do attitude? Join our team...
9mth ago
Hi All, We are looking for an experienced construction worker with willing to learn attitude - Spanish speaking to work on a construction site in Clonbinane (It is...
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Looking for a weekly cleaner to clean my apartment
10mth ago
earthconnect currently have several open positions for Solar Labourers To join our Team in Newcastle, NSW. Contact office 02 4028 6948 or email...
10mth ago
I am a home owner in Neutral Bay, North Sydney, who needs help in a gardening task for a few hours, 1 day max.
10mth ago
I'm looking for 2/3 people to help do labour work at a storage facility in Storage King O'Connor on the 14th-16th of January. The work is mostly sorting stock from...
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Come and experience the capital city of Australia. Awesome mountain biking, 2 hours to the coast. Great lifestyle. Reliable capable workers required for residential...
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Join our team in Revesby and earn $30 an hour working with hard and dedicated professionals! We’re seeking strong, reliable workers for cleaning barriers and flooring,...
10mth ago
Fitting my garage out with cool room panels for studio, General maintenance around house, garden, take tree out, I need reliable, fit, experienced Labour’s to help me.
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We are looking for a person that is flexible and reliable. Must have current drivers licence, vehicle will be provided. Work is in Construction and Farming. All...
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Love interiors?: Property Stylist Assistant Role Are you passionate about interior design and property styling? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no...
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Commercial cleaning work. Cleaning of Offices, schools, and houses. Cleaning Includes vacuuming, cleaning toilets, dusting, window washing etc. Driver's...
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IMMEDIATE START IN 2025 - Looking for experienced (minimum 2 yrs) and committed, hard working brick pavers to join our team in the new year. Full time hours...
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.