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Backpacker Job Board is a job site in Australia for working holiday makers

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Backpacker Jobs Australia

Backpacker Job Board is the web's best employment site for backpackers in Australia. From fruit picking jobs and seasonal harvest work to help you get your 2nd year visa, through to au-pair, hospitality work and housekeeping jobs, Backpacker Job Board is home to a huge variety of different casual jobs for backpackers. We have full-time, part-time and temp roles to suit all travellers. Browse our job vacancy database and apply for jobs online for free. No fees and no membership required! Any questions, feel free to contact us - we're happy to help. In the meantime, here's some useful links:

Featured Backpacker Jobs

2hr 27m ago

2024 Blueberries Pickers.(who Want To Apply For A 2 Or 3...

B&R

Coffs Harbour,

Coffs Harbour Blueberries Pickers.Enjoy your working holiday and apply now!Anyone who...

16hr ago

Furniture Removalists/drivers Wanted

Blue Trucks

Brisbane,

JOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a industry leading removals company who specialise in...

17hr ago

Bar Staff / Bottle Shop Staff

Star and Garter Hotel

Kalgoorlie, Western Australia

The Star & Garter Hotel are seeking two new energetic team members to work as part of our Bar and...

18hr ago

Blueberry Summer Fruit Is Coming Soon!(welcome To...

B&R

NSW, Coffs Harbour

ブルーベリー/ラズベリーピッカーBlueberries/raspberry Pickers.Our farm is also...

21hr ago

Construction Labourer

BurstalBuilding

Young, New South Wales

Due to an influx of work we require a motivated person preferably with a construction background...

22hr ago

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted - No Experience...

HelloFresh

St Kilda, Melbourne

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARAt HelloFresh, we want to...

22hr ago

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted - No Experience...

HelloFresh

Perth,

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARYAt HelloFresh, we want to...

22hr ago

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – No...

HelloFresh

Sydney,

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers...

22hr ago

An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!

HelloFresh

Melbourne, St Kilda

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers...

22hr ago

An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!

HelloFresh

Perth,

An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by...

22hr ago

An Aussie Backpacker's Dream!

HelloFresh

Sydney,

HELLOFRESH - Best backpacker job in Sydney!Have fun, making fantastic money and work with...

1d ago

Pilling Crew Member - Construction/civil Labourers

Sydney piling

Randwick, Sydney

Team members required for piling crews working in Sydney's eastern suburbs. Previous experience...

Latest Backpacker Jobs

Labourer/operator

Outback Timber Supplies

Romsey, Melbourne

We are looking for 2 -3 guys preferably with labouring experience to handle and bundle timber sleepersImmediate start Then ongoing work inter state for the right...

New 1hr 40m ago

We are looking for 2 -3 guys preferably with labouring experience to handle and bundle timber sleepersImmediate start Then ongoing work inter state for the right...

 

2024 Blueberries Pickers.(who Want To Apply For A 2 Or 3 Visa Are Welcome.)

B&R

Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour Blueberries Pickers.Enjoy your working holiday and apply now!Anyone who needs to work or complete the days for the 2nd and 3rd year VISA is...

New 2hr 27m ago

Coffs Harbour Blueberries Pickers.Enjoy your working holiday and apply now!Anyone who needs to work or complete the days for the 2nd and 3rd year VISA is...

Chef

CVOM Pty Ltd TAS The New Royal Hotel Rubyvale Premium Employer

Rubyvale, Queensland

Rubyvale Hotel is a busy Tourist Hotel in Central Highlands Queensland. We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our team. Short and longer terms available....

New 10hr 50m ago

Rubyvale Hotel is a busy Tourist Hotel in Central Highlands Queensland. We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our team. Short and longer terms available....

Aupair For Exciting City-life In Melbourne: Join An Active And Social Household!

99aupairs Premium Employer

Melbourne (Ivanhoe), Melbourne

Experience the vibrant multicultural city-life of Melbourne and become part of a active and social household in Melbourne, VIC. The mother is looking for a reliable...

New 11hr 52m ago

Experience the vibrant multicultural city-life of Melbourne and become part of a active and social household in Melbourne, VIC. The mother is looking for a reliable...

Stage Pack Down Labourer – One-day Opportunity!

Drake Australia

Caversham, Western Australia

Location: Sandalford WineryDate: Monday, 21st OctoberStart Time: 8:00 AMAre you physically fit, reliable, and ready for a hands-on job? We’re looking for a...

New 14hr ago

Location: Sandalford WineryDate: Monday, 21st OctoberStart Time: 8:00 AMAre you physically fit, reliable, and ready for a hands-on job? We’re looking for a...

Labourer - Farm Hand

Samsons Plumbing Pty Ltd

Upper Burringbar NSW, New South Wales

Seeking a casual hard working, reliable consistent labourer for approximately 6 weeks. Looking to commence asap. General Garden Labour Work including but not limited...

New 14hr ago

Seeking a casual hard working, reliable consistent labourer for approximately 6 weeks. Looking to commence asap. General Garden Labour Work including but not limited...

Customer Support Specialist

Dzen Sad

Myrhorod, Work From Home / Remote

This opportunity is for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Customer Support team. The team is mainly assigned to client requests by subscriptions,...

New 15hr ago

This opportunity is for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Customer Support team. The team is mainly assigned to client requests by subscriptions,...

Drivers Wanted For Bin Delivery Project - $32/ Hour

TBG

Horsley Park, Sydney

Driver/ labourers wanted for bin delivery project (August-November).The work involves the driving of car license trucks and delivering new bins around Sydney....

New 16hr ago

Driver/ labourers wanted for bin delivery project (August-November).The work involves the driving of car license trucks and delivering new bins around Sydney....

Cleaners

Everest Eco-Cleaning Company

Brisbane

Join Our Cleaning Crew at Everest Eco-Cleaning Company! ?✨Are you looking for a flexible job with a friendly team? We’re on the hunt for reliable cleaners to...

New 16hr ago

Join Our Cleaning Crew at Everest Eco-Cleaning Company! ?✨Are you looking for a flexible job with a friendly team? We’re on the hunt for reliable cleaners to...

Furniture Removalists/drivers Wanted

Blue Trucks

Brisbane

JOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a industry leading removals company who specialise in residential and commercial relocations, we are looking for enthusiastic...

New 16hr ago

JOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a industry leading removals company who specialise in residential and commercial relocations, we are looking for enthusiastic...

General Labourer

Job Play Premium Employer

Carrara, Gold Coast

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...

New 17hr 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...

 

Bar Staff / Bottle Shop Staff

Star and Garter Hotel

Kalgoorlie, Western Australia

The Star & Garter Hotel are seeking two new energetic team members to work as part of our Bar and Bottle shop team this would ideally suit a couple.Our ideal...

The Star & Garter Hotel are seeking two new energetic team members to work as part of our Bar and Bottle shop team this would ideally suit a couple.Our ideal...

Event Set Up / Labourers Geelong

ARC Staff - Australian Recruitment Company Premium Employer

Geelong

We are seeking fit labourers for event pack down in the Geelong area on Friday 18thWhat you need:You must be physically fit,Have PPE - steel capped boots...

New 17hr ago

We are seeking fit labourers for event pack down in the Geelong area on Friday 18thWhat you need:You must be physically fit,Have PPE - steel capped boots...

Live & Work In Melbourne

Linchpin Hospitality Pty Ltd

St Kilda

Section Wait Staff | Cocktail Bartender• Kickstart or further develop your career.• Full-time or Casual hours available• Rapidly expanding hospitality...

New 18hr ago

Section Wait Staff | Cocktail Bartender• Kickstart or further develop your career.• Full-time or Casual hours available• Rapidly expanding hospitality...

Appointment Setter

Guest Services Worldwide Pty Ltd

MORNINGSIDE, Brisbane

Appointment SetterGuestServices Worldwide have Digital products and new print products, we are looking for motivated enthusiastic individuals to. Join our office...

New 18hr ago

Appointment SetterGuestServices Worldwide have Digital products and new print products, we are looking for motivated enthusiastic individuals to. Join our office...

 

Blueberry Summer Fruit Is Coming Soon!(welcome To Those Who Collect Visas)

B&R

NSW, Coffs Harbour

ブルーベリー/ラズベリーピッカーBlueberries/raspberry Pickers.Our farm is also looking for “raspberry pickers”.Blueberry summer fruit is...

New 18hr ago

ブルーベリー/ラズベリーピッカーBlueberries/raspberry Pickers.Our farm is also looking for “raspberry pickers”.Blueberry summer fruit is...

Male Or Female Àu Pair Opportunity With Young Adventurous Family In Wa

Au Pair Care Australia

South Hedland, Western Australia

Situated in South Hedland Western Australia, 15 minutes from Port Hedland beach, this lovely young family of three, who love the outdoors, camping & 4WDing are looking...

New 18hr ago

Situated in South Hedland Western Australia, 15 minutes from Port Hedland beach, this lovely young family of three, who love the outdoors, camping & 4WDing are looking...

All Rounder

Travellers Autobarn

Banksmeadow, Sydney

Job DescriptionSalary + Super + Monthly CommissionTravellers Autobarn is looking for an all-rounder to assist our Sydney branch team prepare and hire campervans...

New 19hr ago

Job DescriptionSalary + Super + Monthly CommissionTravellers Autobarn is looking for an all-rounder to assist our Sydney branch team prepare and hire campervans...

Aupair With A Great Family In Beautiful Western Australia.

Au Pair Care Australia

Wongan Hills, Western Australia

This amazing family with 2 beautiful children is excited to welcome their big sister into their family as their Aupair.As the families AuPair you will help mum and...

New 19hr ago

This amazing family with 2 beautiful children is excited to welcome their big sister into their family as their Aupair.As the families AuPair you will help mum and...

General Hands / Labourers - Brisbane

ARC Staff - Australian Recruitment Company Premium Employer

Brisbane

We are seeking General Hands / Relocation – FF & E labourers for casual positions located in Brisbane inner & Surrounding suburbs!Locations include -...

New 19hr ago

We are seeking General Hands / Relocation – FF & E labourers for casual positions located in Brisbane inner & Surrounding suburbs!Locations include -...

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How do I find a Backpacker Job in Australia?

Australia costs money. Quite a bit, in fact. But happily for the backpackers that hope to tour the country, the 417 (Working Holiday) and 462 (Work and Holiday) visas grant the ability to earn as you travel, by working in a variety of temporary, part time and casual jobs in Australia.

How to Find a Backpacker Job in Australia
How to Find a Backpacker Job in Australia

Getting a job as a backpacker in Australia can be slightly different to getting a job at home though. Not only is it a different country with a different culture, backpackers also have to play by a very different - and very strict - set of rules when looking for work.

But whether you're searching for a casual job in a bar, a stretch of remote work on a farm, or a short term position at a hostel, fear not. The following guide will help you find work by walking you through the process of job hunting as a backpacker in Australia.

How to find a job in Australia?

How easy is it to get a job in Australia on a working holiday visa? Let's take a look. Here's how to find a job in Australia when backpacking. Note; it can take about 7 days to find work successfully and you may need a few items (WiFi, Resume, Computer, Mobile Phone).

1. Secure a working holiday visa

You can't work as a backpacker in Australia without holding a working holiday visa. The visa comes in two forms - the 417 and the 462 - which are designed for slightly different purposes, but are almost identical when placed side by side. The type of visa you're eligible for will depend on your nationality.

You must secure your visa before you arrive in Australia, as you'll need to supply a number of original documents as part of the application, and it will be checked at the airport on arrival.

2. Get an Australian mobile SIM

Having arrived in the country with visa in hand, your first job is to get an Aussie mobile number. Head to the nearest Telstra, Optus or Vodafone store (the three largest players in the Australian phone market) and grab a SIM card so that you can make contact with and be contacted by employers.

3. Update your CV / resume

When was the last time you gave your resume a spit and shine? It's important that it is up to date, and highlights the skills, qualifications and experience that aligns with the type of job that you'll be looking for while travelling Oz. You may well have been a lawyer in your home country, but that experience won't be super helpful in finding a job behind the bar in Adelaide or fruit picking in Tasmania. Instead highlight any relevant experience and transferable skills.

4. Find a great profile photo

A picture is worth a thousand words, and ideally yours will yell "Employ Me!" 500 times over. Make it professional, captivating, and unmistakably you.

5. Register with Backpacker Job Board

As Australia's number one backpacker job marketplace, signing up with Backpacker Job Board will grant you access to a huge number of potential jobs. It only takes about a minute to register as a backpacker, and it's totally free!

6. Begin browsing job vacancies

Once you've registered with Backpacker Job Board you're ready to start browsing! We have lots of new jobs posted every day, so keep checking your preferred job category pages often. All our jobs are also posted to our Facebook page. Follow us on Facebook for more updates.

7. Check job eligibility

There are restrictions on work options, if you're looking to gain 2nd or 3rd year visa extension.

At Backpacker Job Board we make the process of finding eligible work as simple as possible. We have a page dedicated to 2nd and 3rd year eligible work. Just remember that it is up to you to ensure that the employer is 100% offering paid specified work in an eligible postcode though - so always do your homework.

8. Do your due diligence

Is the employer legitimate? Do they have a good reputation? Will they follow through on their promises? It's important that you get a good sense of the employer before you get too far down the road. Check the employer's online presence for things like an Australian Business Number (ABN), contact details and an address, and do your best to search out former employees to get first hand info on what they're like as a boss (Google, Facebook and Glassdoor reviews are a great place to look). It's important that you stay safe.

9. Prepare your cover letter

Cover letters are important. They have the job of personalising your resume, explaining exactly why you, with your skills and experience, are perfect for this particular job. You need to spend time getting it right. If you feel as though your English isn't as good as it needs to be, get a friend to take a look!

10. Send applications

Once you've found some good jobs from good employers and developed a knock-out resume and cover letter, it's time to send out applications!

11. Follow up with employers

While you don't want to be overeager - the employer will likely be busy, as they're currently looking for help - it's smart to follow up within a day or two. This demonstrates initiative, and shows that you're eager to work.

12. Be responsive

The job market is competitive in Australia, so it's important that you respond quickly to any correspondence from a potential employer. Reply to their questions in a polite and professional manner, and be sure to ask any more that you might have - this is your chance to clear up any confusion.

13. Study up before the interview

You want to know a healthy amount about the job, the employer and the industry before you sit down for an interview. You will probably be going for plenty of jobs that you don't have much experience in, but if you can show that you've learnt a little bit about the field before you've gone to the interview, it'll demonstrate real initiative.

14. Accept the job

A job offer is on the table, but this is your last chance to decide whether this is the right choice for you, so take it. On top of your earlier due diligence, which ensured the employer was trustworthy, you should take the opportunity to look at the area that you'll be working in, and the type of work, the pay and the work conditions, to ensure that this is the right move. All of these things should be clearly laid out by the employer before you accept.

15. Gain the necessary certifications/ qualifications

Congratulations - the job has been offered and you've accepted! But before you get to work, you need to make sure you have everything you need.

The first items on your checklist will be any certificates and qualifications you might need in your new job. Your employer will be able to advise the specifics, but common qualifications include the White Card certificate system for labour and construction jobs, and RSA/RSG certificates for hospitality work.

16. Kit yourself out

You also may need to have clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE). Check what, if anything, the employer supplies, then go shopping for the extras. This is particularly important for labouring, fruit picking and farm work.

17. Start work!

You've done it! It's time to put in the hours and get paid.

18. Calculate your tax

There's one final step in the process. Getting paid is great, but it does mean that the government gets paid too, by taxing your income. You want to be sure you're not passing too much money on to them, and our backpacker tax calculator helps you to do just that. Simply pop in your income and the tax you paid, and we'll let you know what you can expect to get back at the end of the financial year!