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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:

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5hr 23m ago

Hostel Workwer, All Rounder, Extraordinaire

Casa Radiante

Hervey Bay, Queensland

Hostel worker, extraordinaire, all rounder.Do you want to work in and live in a hostel with...

6hr 49m ago

Cleaner

A.W. and H.J. Vaughan

DINGO, Queensland

G'day! We would like to offer someone the chance to earn their 2nd year visa working on our...

7hr 55m ago

Highly Experienced Bar Attendant

Commercial hotel

Curlewis, New South Wales

Small country pub looking for professional highly experienced bar tender,

8hr 39m ago

Event/gym Promo Stars Wanted!

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Zetland, Sydney

Join the Foodie Fun with Hive!Who We Are and What We Do?At Hive, we're not your typical...

13hr ago

Offsiders - Furniture Installation / Great Hours Monday...

Spatial Property Styling

Chatswood, Sydney

Furniture Installation / Offsiders wantedDo you want to meet other backpackers in a good...

1d ago

Housekeepers To Join Motel Team In Yamba Nsw (paid...

The Carmel Yamba

Yamba, New South Wales

We are looking for housekeepers to join our friendly motel teams in the beautiful surf town of...

1d ago

Laborer

Director

Central Coast/Riverina / Hume, New South Wales

Looking for laborers for various works in various locations in New South Wales Mainly Hume...

1d ago

Prawn Farm Production Worker

Gold Coast Tiger Prawns

WOONGOOLBA, Gold Coast

Job DescriptionWe have multiple jobs available starting on the 20th of January and finishing...

1d ago

Chefs

Prendiville Hotel Group

Port Hedland, Western Australia

The Hedland Hotel is part of the Prendiville Group portfolio of properties. 'RAYS' a newly...

1d ago

Qualified Chefs

Scotch & Koda pty ltd

Dunsborough, Western Australia

We are looking for passionate qualified chefs to work in our 50 seater wine bar/bistro located 3...

1d ago

Bar Attendant / Foh

Scotch & Koda pty ltd

Dunsborough, Margaret River

We are a small bar/bistro in Dunsborough focusing on classic stirred cocktails along with an...

1d ago

(gym Promotion Sales) Join Our Fun And Exciting Team In...

TMT Marketing

Brisbane,

Are you ready to make a difference in the vibrant city of Brisbane!?!TMT is now recruiting!...

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Aupair Adventure Awaits In The Gold Coast: Join A Vibrant Family

99aupairs Premium Employer

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Are you ready to embrace life on Australia’s stunning Gold Coast? This warm and lively family, located just 20 minutes from Surfers Paradise, is looking for a...

New 3hr 46m ago

Are you ready to embrace life on Australia’s stunning Gold Coast? This warm and lively family, located just 20 minutes from Surfers Paradise, is looking for a...

Sponsorship Opportunity - Restaurant Manager Or F&b Supervisor

Miners Rest Motel

SOMERVILLE, Western Australia

The Miners Rest Motel is seeking a supervisor to join our front-of-house team. We are a high-volume motel with dining and bar facilities in the heart of Kalgoorlie....

New 4hr 19m ago

The Miners Rest Motel is seeking a supervisor to join our front-of-house team. We are a high-volume motel with dining and bar facilities in the heart of Kalgoorlie....

Nanny Needed: Join A Dynamic & Loving Doctors Family In Adelaide!

99aupairs Premium Employer

Adelaide

Experience the warm and scenic life of a family in Adelaide with a unique Nanny opportunity. This family is looking for a nurturing and dedicated Nanny to join their...

New 4hr 36m ago

Experience the warm and scenic life of a family in Adelaide with a unique Nanny opportunity. This family is looking for a nurturing and dedicated Nanny to join their...

Elderly Caregiver For Mother-daughter Family – Brisbane Queensland

99aupairs Premium Employer

Daisy Hill, Queenland, Brisbane

This caring mother-daughter duo is seeking a compassionate female caregiver for their elderly family member. They value kindness, respect, and open communication,...

New 4hr 38m ago

This caring mother-daughter duo is seeking a compassionate female caregiver for their elderly family member. They value kindness, respect, and open communication,...

 

Hostel Workwer, All Rounder, Extraordinaire

Casa Radiante

Hervey Bay, Queensland

Hostel worker, extraordinaire, all rounder.Do you want to work in and live in a hostel with traveler's from all countries.Do you want adventure and work....

New 5hr 23m ago

Hostel worker, extraordinaire, all rounder.Do you want to work in and live in a hostel with traveler's from all countries.Do you want adventure and work....

Cleaner

A.W. and H.J. Vaughan

DINGO, Queensland

G'day! We would like to offer someone the chance to earn their 2nd year visa working on our cattle property/accommodation facility, located in Central Queensland...

New 6hr 49m ago

G'day! We would like to offer someone the chance to earn their 2nd year visa working on our cattle property/accommodation facility, located in Central Queensland...

 

Highly Experienced Bar Attendant

Commercial hotel

Curlewis, New South Wales

Small country pub looking for professional highly experienced bar tender,

New 7hr 55m ago

Small country pub looking for professional highly experienced bar tender,

Healthy & Chatty? We Want To Hear From You!

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Perth

Who We Are?The team at Hive have over 15 years' experience working in the Sales & Marketing sector in Australia. We partner with brands directly who have great...

New 8hr 36m ago

Who We Are?The team at Hive have over 15 years' experience working in the Sales & Marketing sector in Australia. We partner with brands directly who have great...

Gym Promo Stars Wanted!

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Melbourne

Join the Foodie Fun with Hive!Who We Are and What We Do?At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic team with over 20 years of experience...

New 8hr 37m ago

Join the Foodie Fun with Hive!Who We Are and What We Do?At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic team with over 20 years of experience...

Join The Foodie Fun With Hive: Sales Promo Stars Wanted!

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Melbourne

Join Our Foodie Revolution with Hive and Our Top Meal Kit Partners!Hey there, food enthusiasts!At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic...

New 8hr 38m ago

Join Our Foodie Revolution with Hive and Our Top Meal Kit Partners!Hey there, food enthusiasts!At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic...

 

Event/gym Promo Stars Wanted!

Hive Direct Marketing Solutions

Zetland, Sydney

Join the Foodie Fun with Hive!Who We Are and What We Do?At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic team with over 20 years of experience...

Join the Foodie Fun with Hive!Who We Are and What We Do?At Hive, we're not your typical 9-to-5 crowd - we're the dynamic team with over 20 years of experience...

 

Offsiders - Furniture Installation / Great Hours Monday To Friday (start Asap)

Spatial Property Styling Premium Employer

Chatswood, Sydney

Furniture Installation / Offsiders wantedDo you want to meet other backpackers in a good team environment? See Sydney while working?We are a young and...

Furniture Installation / Offsiders wantedDo you want to meet other backpackers in a good team environment? See Sydney while working?We are a young and...

All Rounder

Roadhouse Southwest WA

Lower Southwest Western Australia, Western Australia

Roadhouse allrounder - Multitasker – Regional Visa area* Immediate StartSign Off for 2nd Or 3rd Year [email protected] in the Southwest...

New 1d ago

Roadhouse allrounder - Multitasker – Regional Visa area* Immediate StartSign Off for 2nd Or 3rd Year [email protected] in the Southwest...

Blackberry Picking

BW Tasmania

Gardeners Bay, Hobart

The farm is located in Gardners Bay, about an hour south of Hobart. Our peak season is expected to be throughout February, though this may vary depending on the...

New 1d ago

The farm is located in Gardners Bay, about an hour south of Hobart. Our peak season is expected to be throughout February, though this may vary depending on the...

 

Housekeepers To Join Motel Team In Yamba Nsw (paid Accommodation Options...

The Carmel Yamba

Yamba, New South Wales

We are looking for housekeepers to join our friendly motel teams in the beautiful surf town of Yamba on the North Coast of NSW. Located by the beach and in town you...

We are looking for housekeepers to join our friendly motel teams in the beautiful surf town of Yamba on the North Coast of NSW. Located by the beach and in town you...

Live In Nanny/minimal Farm Work

Storm hunt

Mount tambourine, Queensland

I’m looking for a reliable and responsible individual to help care for my three children and assist with some light household tasks including work on my farm....

New 1d ago

I’m looking for a reliable and responsible individual to help care for my three children and assist with some light household tasks including work on my farm....

 

Laborer

Director

Central Coast/Riverina / Hume, New South Wales

Looking for laborers for various works in various locations in New South Wales Mainly Hume Riverina Area and bit on the Central Coast.38 to 55 hours per week...

New 1d ago

Looking for laborers for various works in various locations in New South Wales Mainly Hume Riverina Area and bit on the Central Coast.38 to 55 hours per week...

 

Prawn Farm Production Worker

Gold Coast Tiger Prawns

WOONGOOLBA, Gold Coast

Job DescriptionWe have multiple jobs available starting on the 20th of January and finishing in Early May for fit and able workers.Some things to know.•...

Job DescriptionWe have multiple jobs available starting on the 20th of January and finishing in Early May for fit and able workers.Some things to know.•...

General Hand / Labouring Work - Sydney

ARC Staff - Australian Recruitment Company Premium Employer

Sydney

About Us:START FROM TOMORROW -Our client is seeking reliable General Hands / Relocation – FF&E Labourers for casual positions located in Sydney CBD and...

New 1d ago

About Us:START FROM TOMORROW -Our client is seeking reliable General Hands / Relocation – FF&E Labourers for casual positions located in Sydney CBD and...

Housekeeping And Amenities Attendant

RAC Exmouth Cape Holiday Park

Exmouth, Western Australia

Looking to work in a spectacular part of WA? Love the warm weather and beach life? Then this may be the job for you!Located close to the Ningaloo Reef, we are a...

New 1d ago

Looking to work in a spectacular part of WA? Love the warm weather and beach life? Then this may be the job for you!Located close to the Ningaloo Reef, we are a...

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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!