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10mth ago
Good worker required to help with cleaning and tidying up of yard. Some mechanical ability be good but not essential.
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Artrocks is a family owned business specialising in dry stone wall restoration and new builds across western Victoria. We design and build property entrances, garden...
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We are looking for a motivated and serious worker to join our dynamic team in the construction sector in Melbourne. Profile required: Experience in construction...
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We are looking for a motivated and serious worker to join our dynamic team in the construction sector in Melbourne. Profile required: Experience in construction...
10mth ago
Full-Time Hourly Rate: $25.09 - $32.79 Location: 46 Abattoir Road, Stawell, VIC 3380 This role qualifies for your 2nd and 3rd-year Working Holiday Visas! About...
11mth ago
Labourers needed for Relocation in NEWTOWN NSW for 1 day of work on Friday 20/12/2024 work shirt will be provided on the day.
11mth ago
TBG has specialised in the delivery of wheelie bins for over 20 years. We are looking for labourers to assist us on a casual basis over approximately the next 3...
11mth ago
Looking for 6 people to help pack up kiosks around major shopping centres around Perth on the 24th. The work will likely start around 4pm on the 24th and end...
11mth ago
Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple...
11mth ago
Vehicle detailing and Tour food Preperation position as well as a couple of housekeeping shifts - This is a live-in Position available at our Hostel in Rainbow...
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General labourers needed for pack down and set up of events. Must have PPE: Steel Capped Boots and Hi Vis Monday 16th and Friday 20th 8am-5pm Other shifts...
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Labourers needed for in Macquarie Park for help pressure washing LED lighting Tomorrow (Tuesday 10/12/24) 7am -3pm PPE needed steel capped boots
11mth ago
Seeking reliable staff for Immediate start - cleaning air bnbs in the City of Melbourne and bayside Training provided, Excellent pay $$$ We have work 7 days a...
11mth ago
2 labourers required for 8 days doing general tidying and gardening. From Wednesday 4th December. $40 HR and 10hr days
11mth ago
General labourers needed Friday 7.2.25, 8am-4pm Mt Kuring Gai for an events company needing help in their warehouse Must be: Physically fit PPE: Steel capped...
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PS Car Removal is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Automotive Recycling Coordinator to join our team in Darwin. In this role, you will oversee the efficient...
11mth ago
General Labourers wanted Starting: Monday 02/12/2024 (3-4 days work plenty more work for right candidate) Location: Fitzroy Must have: White Card and PPE...
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ABOUT US Harvey Beef is Western Australia’s largest and most trusted beef processor, delivering premium-quality beef to both local and global markets since 1919. As...
11mth ago
General Labourers Wanted – Rockhampton, QLD! Get Your Regional Visa Requirements Sorted While Gaining Valuable Experience! We’re looking for skilled and energetic...
11mth ago
we are looking for a strong, hard working men to join our team, we are a family own Piggery business located around western down southern down and south Burnett...
11mth ago
Australian based civil construction company seeking general labourer with excavator operations experience. Working away all over Australia. Company based in Macarthur...
11mth ago
Yard cleanup loading a skip bin $30.00 per hour cash,
11mth ago
Moves boxes and household furniture within the warehouse Tidy up separate furniutre to donate
11mth ago
Hi :) We are hiring for warehousing labour ongoing labour job. Location: Wonthaggi Road, Lance Creek VIC 3995 Shift: Afternoon Position Pay: $31.06...
1yr+ ago
Hi, We have a few of odd jobs that need to be done around the house and require an energetic and hard working person to work around 8 hours a day for 2 or 3 days a...
1yr+ ago
Look for someone there who can help in the house 4 to 5 times a week for 4 hours a day. To clean the pool, clean the garden, take out the bins, water the plants and...
1yr+ ago
We are looking for general labourers and forklift operators to help with the pack down of events in and around Sydney. First one starting 28/1/25, shifts usually...
1yr+ ago
Have you just moved to Melbourne and looking to kick start a career in construction? Or perhaps you'd like to pick up where you left off back home in the trade....
1yr+ ago
An events crew need help with the pack down after an event in Brisbane 20/11/24 8am-5pm. You will be helping dismantle a large metal structure of LED cabinets. They...
1yr+ ago
K & B Timber & Hardware is looking for additional workers for its Truss Plant based in Edinburgh. K & B Timber & Hardware prides itself on being a predominant player...
1yr+ ago
The general job scope for this conference will be as follows: • Set up registration desk • Help with registration process • Check catering is timely and correct •...
1yr+ ago
General labouring job for 2 weeks ASAP start ideally 11/11/24, 6:30-3:30pm in Stapylton, Gold Coast Tasks will include: Major site clean and consolidating...
1yr+ ago
Certified organic garlic farm Workers needs to gather garlic and then hang in shed to dry and cure. We provide lunch and fuel money for the driver of vehicle
1yr+ ago
Hi , looking for 1 or 2 people for general house and yard tidy up . Will be staining timber deck and a little painting so must be neat with a brush . Mostly a good...
1yr+ ago
Pickers & Pruners Labour Hire Pty Ltd are currently looking for enthusiastic and motivated people to join our packing shed teams. This a vacant position to be filled...
1yr+ ago
About the Job: We’re looking for a hardworking, reliable person to join our team as an Exterior Cleaning Technician. You’ll be working outside to clean roofs,...
1yr+ ago
General labourers and forklift operator required for this Thursday 8am start - FULL DAY. This is a bump out of an event at the GABBA stadium. Good clean work and...
1yr+ ago
** FANTASTIC Job Opportunity starting NOW ** GENERAL CLEANERS - WORK WHEN YOU WANT We are a small family business seeking a General Cleaner or Cleaning Team....
1yr+ ago
General labourer needed for x3 days - Wednesday 06/11-08/11 for a busy hire and rental company Duties will include: Cleaning site sheds Cleaning white goods...
1yr+ ago
To assist with all labouring duties on a work site. Very manual work ie; some heavy lifting, digging, wheelbarrow Ong shovelling etc... Keen to learn new skills...
1yr+ ago
We are looking for laborer's to assist our team in restoration works in the Canberra region. - Applicable towards your 88 days - Great Pay ($31.21 p/hr) and variety...
1yr+ ago
BD Building Projects, a leading high-end carpentry company, is currently seeking skilled and motivated carpenters and labourers to join our dynamic team in Queenstown,...
1yr+ ago
Job Description Range Event Hire is a progressive event hire company seeking casual labourers to help deliver and erect marquees for weddings/parties and corporate...
1yr+ ago
Alpha Joinery is looking for a Cabinet Makers/joiners and Installers, to join our team in DARWIN, Northern Territory. The candidate will be working with (Residential,...
1yr+ ago
We are currently offering multiple roles of full-time Entry Level Process Labouring Positions with various opportunities at our Meat Processing Facility located in...
1yr+ ago
We are currently offering multiple roles of full-time Entry Level Process Labouring Positions with various opportunities at our Meat Processing Facility located in...
1yr+ ago
Moving and Lifting heavy items to organise Warehouse. Building shelving, workspaces and organising spaces. Approximately 5 days worth of work, possibly more. ABN...
1yr+ ago
Join Our Urban Green Team! Are you ready to turn the concrete jungle into a green oasis? Look no further – we're hiring for our Civil Planting Team right here in...
1yr+ ago
About the Company: Harvey Beef is Western Australia’s largest processor of high-quality beef, committed to delivering excellence in both local and international...
1yr+ ago
Direct Pool Supplies is a national pool and spa specialist company, servicing in multiple locations along the east coast of Australia. We are looking for new team...
1yr+ ago
Cleaners with experience required ASAP for short stay apartments in the city please contact 0490 186 814 via text message and send your resume
1yr+ ago
Location: Murray Bridge, SA About Thomas Foods International Family owned since 1988, Thomas Foods International (TFI) is one of Australia's largest family-owned...
1yr+ ago
Paint supplied need your own paint brush. Paint upstairs home approx 3 days work, partially completed job already. Does not need to be consecutive days but must be...
1yr+ ago
General Crew members needed for the setup of an event in Perth Must be reliable with good access to transport Physically fit and able to lift up to 20kg...
1yr+ ago
Earth Structures Melbourne/Peninsula has two new projects in Newlyn and Napoleons, both 15min from Ballarat. Ballarat is a major regional centre in Victoria (110km...
1yr+ ago
Excavator operator and labourer required for nation-wide work. Minimum 2 years experience, willing to travel for work. Great salary, living away from home...
1yr+ ago
Diamond Quality Cabinets is a busy Cabinetmaking company in the Mackay Region. We are looking for a labourer to join our team. This position is a casual position but...
1yr+ ago
Tamarix Poultry Farm is currently looking for a Farm Hand to work on a casual basis in Dandenong South. We require someone that is physically fit and available to...
1yr+ ago
Looking for a friendly, energetic team member to join our landscape/ garden company! Currently 15 working in the team based out of North Shore (Sydney) Great...
1yr+ ago
Forklift Operator needed in and around Perth for event set ups and pack downs. Must have valid Australian Forklift Licence and be physically fit as you will also...
1yr+ ago
x8 General labourers/ crew members to help with pack down of an event in Gold Coast. No previous experience needed but must be physically fit, and be able to lift...
1yr+ ago
TBG has specialised in the delivery of wheelie bins for over 20 years. We are looking for labourers to assist us on a casual basis over the next six weeks for a...
1yr+ ago
Morcon Developments is seeking a Builders Labourer required in Residential Luxury Construction company in Inner south east melbourne. Applicant must have some...
1yr+ ago
A capable, fit person to assist with the refit of a 65 ft (20m) Sailing yacht, on the water in Airlie Beach. Work will be supporting tradesman and assisting woodwork,...
1yr+ ago
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...
1yr+ ago
We make pallets, timber cases and plywood boxes. We are looking for people who have had some nail gun experience or are even just handy with tools! The job involves...
1yr+ ago
Food manufacturing company is looking for multi-skilled process workers/line team member to join our team in our new factory at Luscombe .(Close to Yatala) . We are...
1yr+ ago
Food Processing Company is looking for kitchen hand /food preparation talented team members to join our company in our brand new factory at Luscombe (Close to Yatala)...
1yr+ ago
Yard hand needed for x1 week maybe more for general clean-up of the workshop, tidying parts and oils, barcoding, dispose of old and unusable oils and parts No...
1yr+ ago
x4 General labourers needed to help take down building equipment. Hours are 7am-4pm Starting on Tuesday 15th October for 2 weeks x2 people needed for 2 weeks...
1yr+ ago
K & B Timber & Hardware is looking for additional workers for its Truss Plant based in Edinburgh. K & B Timber & Hardware prides itself on being a predominant player...
1yr+ ago
Help maintenance of house and yard. Clearing sticks, repairing rock walls, clearing under house, etc
1yr+ ago
Labourer wanted in the Adelaide area to assist in resurfacing fibreglass swimming pools. Will be working with trained staff and no experience required. Will need to...
1yr+ ago
Free accommodation in exchange for gardening work. Stay in a beautiful treehouse set above a creek with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, wifi, TV and more!...
1yr+ ago
Good Work Ethics Manual Driver's License Forklift License Start ASAP Collect Parts Yard Maintenance
1yr+ ago
we are a small family business looking for full time part time and casual workers cleaning houses units etc we are looking for honest reliable trustworthy workers to...
1yr+ ago
Hi all, I'm after some help with some basic gardening and landscaping at my place located in Umina Beach, NSW. Tasks would include weeding, clearing, garden...
1yr+ ago
Basic labouring assisting with painting and floor laying.
1yr+ ago
Mon - Fri 7 - 3:30, general labourer and pick packer needed to help load and unload trucks when they return and prepare orders to go out to clients About you:...
1yr+ ago
CK Recruitment are currently recruiting several Parks and Streetscapes Labourers to join busy Local Council based in the Inner West Sydney. These roles are casual...
1yr+ ago
Exponet, a leading nationwide exhibition and events company, is seeking enthusiastic applicants to join our Queensland Branch. Based in Kingston, we operate between...
1yr+ ago
Groundsperson $27.33 - $30.07 per hour Part Time (based on qualification and experience) Positions available across Movie World and Sea World, Gold Coast Explore...
1yr+ ago
Based in Bayswater, Office Relocation Solutions are seeking casual workers with current MR licence to work either weekends or week days – no experience in removals...
1yr+ ago
Steel Frame Company in Mudgee are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team for an immediate start. The successful candidate will be assembling...
1yr+ ago
Range Event Hire is a progressive event hire company seeking casual labourers to help deliver and erect marquees for weddings/parties and corporate events on-site....
1yr+ ago
Family run removals company looking for drivers and offsiders for immediate work. Manual Car license mandatory for this role. Heavy lifting and physical labour...
1yr+ ago
**IMMEDIATE START** We are looking for a motivated Carpenter to join our team. Serious PRO is a well established and growing Renovation and Building Company that...
1yr+ ago
We are a Commercial Removalist We need staff to assist when an office moves or you may work at Crown Casino A wide variety of work Start asap $30 per hour
1yr+ ago
Need 1 or 2 men to help move mostly potted plants and a BBQ. The plants are peaches, dwaft mango trees, a lemon, dragon fruit, etc. I would provide the...
1yr+ ago
Basic Interior renovation installing floating floor, painting, basic carpentry and landscaping
1yr+ ago
1. Visit the Australian Career Pathways website or contact their recruitment team to explore the available job listings and discuss your career goals. 2. Identify the...
1yr+ ago
We are a Nursery/Garden Centre looking for workers who can weed plants, move pots/plants, re-stock, general cleaning duties.
1yr+ ago
Starting on 23/9/24, Mon-Fri 7am-4pm, 1 week work for now Must have white card Duties will include general labouring, pulling roofs off large marquees Will...
1yr+ ago
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...
1yr+ ago
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...
1yr+ ago
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...
1yr+ ago
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Looking for operators with an EWP licence over 11m in and around Brisbane and Gold Coast. First job 13/09/24 6:30-2:30pm in Brisbane CBD Operating a Knuckle...
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JOIN THE COMMON GROUND CREW We are currently looking for passionate and experienced Machine Operators and Skilled Labourers for trail and pump track projects. We...
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- Full time and casual positions available - Projects in Central and North Western Victoria Join a growing company with opportunities for ongoing employment 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.