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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...
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assembling new wheelie bins
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HLH Group is looking to grow its team of construction labourers for ongoing work.Sites located throughout Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains region. If you are...
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$32.50 Per hourQueanbeyan / Beard LocationCasual RoleArc Staff are searching for candidates with previous Labouring and power / hand tools experience in a...
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We have exciting opportunities available to work for the largest events happening in Sydney.We are seeking enthusiastic and customer-focused individuals to join...
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Multiple positions available on a short term basis, with the possibility of ongoing work for suitable candidates!Project at Mount Morgan QLD (South of Rockhampton)...
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Looking for laborers for various works in various locations in New South Wales Mainly Central Coast.38 to 55 hours per weekIncludes Helping with:works can...
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Labourer wanted to assist on bin delivery project in Mansfield Victoria (20 May 2024 to 31 May 2024.No experience necessary - $32/ hourThe work does require some...
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Mob Contracting Labour hire is a supply nation registered business. We are seeking experienced laborers for a temporary contract in Yanchep, WA. Approx. 6-week project...
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ACL are actively hiring for a range of workers within the Construction Industry.If you are looking for work please don't hesitate reaching out to me! You can email...
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Cleaner for one of our sites at Dalby Queensland.
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Delivery driver wanted from Monday June 24th to Friday July 12th.Your role is to drive a small flatbed truck across Melbourne to deliver and pick up materials. It...
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Cleaning of inside walls of house in preparation for us to paint, just a day or 2 work. cash paid.
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Factory hand needed to assist with manufacturing of fibreglass materials, including sandwich panels, CNC machined plugs and moulds to various industries, including...
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We are looking for a maintenance superstar!What we're looking for:Availability to work until the end of September, position is available for an immediate start...
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We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced casual cabinet maker to join our team.Key Responsibilities:Read and interpret technical drawingsSelect...
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About Us: We're a happy team that makes homes look super cool! We are based in Viewbank, and our job is to make houses look awesome when they are going to be...
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Australia Career Pathways is an International recruitment firm based in Australia. We are currently looking for meat workers to join JBS Australia for upcoming roles....
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An online flowers & gift hampers facility located in Brisbane, Virginia QLD, seeking employees to join their team for Mother's Day period for the weekend May 11, 12...
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EVENT CREW REQUIRED NOW!We are seeking a team of reliable and hardworking Forklift Drivers, Labourers & Build Crew to assist with set up & pack up of events and...
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Monday to Friday - Casual with possibility to go Perm$32.50 Per hourQueanbeyan / Beard LocationWhite card RequiredArc Staff are searching for candidates...
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1 days work to operator bob cat in PlainlandsTravel covered$40 p/hr6 hours minimumMust have:White cardSkid steer licence
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1 event set up labourer needed.14th and 15th of May and back on the 19thONLY APPLY IF IN THE AREA OR CAN COMMUTE.Richmond event centre , Cassino NSW
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A chance to earn high and help build Brisbane Rail!If you have previous experience operating machinery, particularly EWP over 11 metres and want to work weekends...
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A chance to earn well and help build Sydney rail!Weekend work available most weekends Friday night to Sunday morning for candidates with previous experience...
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Hi,We have positions available as a waste and recycling bin collector and sorter in a research team. The roles include physical waste and recycling sorting.-...
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Hi there,We are seeking a labourer for our construction business based in Bargo NSW, required for an upcoming job close to Narellan NSW.General labouring duties,...
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We currently have an opening for Casual Environmental Technicians to join our Perth team for the upcoming winter revegetation season.The RoleWe are seeking...
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Job Title: Temporary Fence InstallersCompany: Victorian Temporary FencingLocation: 2-4 Chifley Drive, Preston 3072Job Type: Full-time, Part-time & Casual...
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Job Title: Carpenter - Hoarding SpecialistLocation: 2-4 Chifley Drive, Preston, VIC, 3072About Victorian Temporary Fencing (VTF):The Lee Family has been...
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We are Australia's most established staging company, creating spectacular installations that inspire event-goers around the nation! We are seeking an Operations...
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Techni-Clean Australia are a dynamic team with a diverse skills base working to efficiently and innovatively deliver services in the Maintenance and Construction...
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Urgently need 1-2 painters helper/s to help paint a single storey house in central Ballarat.Would prefer with experience, but can teach if you don’t.Must be...
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We require a warehouse/store person to help in our warehouse. Duties include:• Picking and packing of daily orders• Accurate receiving of inward goods•...
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We have a position available in our horse racing stable located near Liverpool NSW 2170 for stable staff ( Grooms / Stablehands)This location does NOT qualify 88...
16d 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...
17d ago
Labourer to work in brand new, purpose built waste recycling facility.Flexible work hours and days, subject to your desire/availability.Daily duties...
17d ago
We are seeking a Garden Labourer to assist with various tasks related to garden maintenance and landscaping for a one-week project, starting on Monday, May 6th, and...
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Commercial Relocations• Duties include relocation of items within the commercial sector, I.T Deployment, assemble and disassemble work stations, Packing, and...
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Delivery role for an upcoming contract for delivering wheelie bins throughout the Devonport area.• Two people in a truck so Manual Car license is not a must but...
18d ago
Job descriptionLooking for a builder to assist with the completion work of a shouse (2 bed + 2 bath 66m2 home) for a day rate with payment every 3 days. The...
18d ago
Are you looking for a flexible and dynamic work opportunity? Perth's leading Exhibition Builder is seeking General Hands to join our casual workforce as we ramp up our...
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Australian Motel Group in Central Queensland and Outback is looking for 2 x chippies with qualified certifications for our motel rooms.-Qualified in Carpentry...
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1800-GOT-JUNK? Brisbane is Hiring ! Rare Opening - Mutiple positions available -We are seeking hardworking, customer service-oriented people to join our truck...
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Labourers needed for bed installation in a new hotel.Must have:White cardSafety bootsUniform will be provided on the day.Must be available from Monday the...
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EVENT CREW REQUIRED NOW!We are seeking a team of reliable and hardworking Forklift Drivers, Labourers & Build Crew to assist with set up & pack up of events and...
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We are looking for a skilled Carpenter to join our team. As a Carpenter, you will be responsible for constructing, installing, and repairing structures and fixtures...
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We are currently seeking a skilled Plumbing Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in plumbing maintenance, repair, and...
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We are currently seeking an experienced Cabinet Maker to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in woodworking, with a focus on cabinet...
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**Job Title:** Labourer**Company:** Jabiru Home Renovations.**Job Description:**Jabiru Home Renovations is seeking a fit individual to carry out demolition...
22d ago
Urgently seeking staff to start immediately.Casual positions available.Good rates and conditions.Good accommodation supplied and meal allowance paid when working...
23d ago
Excavator operator needed for 1-2 weeks ASAP in Taren point Sydney.$40 p/hr Mon-FriMust have white card + Excavator licence from Australian training authority
23d ago
1800-GOT-JUNK? Gold Coast is seeking hardworking, customer service-oriented people to join our truck teams to remove unwanted items from our customers' private...
23d ago
Skilled Labour – Level 3 Arborist• Full time position available- minimum 12 month contract• Projects in Central and North Western Victoria• Join a...
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Casual positions available for traffic management. Immediate startGood rates and conditions.Good accommodation supplied and meal allowance paid when working away...
25d ago
HLH Group is looking to grow their team of construction labourers for ongoing work.Sites located throughout the Shoalhaven and Illawara region and more. If you...
26d ago
Wanted , Fit, Strong, Worker for Labour in exchange for Accommodation and Wages relating to Hours , Lifting and Yard Work involved.
26d ago
I have a container house which I'm offering free rent on in return for 8 hours/week of gardening, mowing and all things associated with keeping our 1.25 hectares...
27d ago
To assist in landscape duties and labour on site. Must be fit and hard working. Need steel capped work boots but hi vis shirt can be supplied if necessary.ABN is a...
27d ago
Driver needed for Property Styling Company in Chatswood NSW (normal license ok)Do you want to meet other backpackers in a good team environment? Enjoy monthly...
1mth ago
We are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Sydney and Surrounding suburbs, Great team environments!Relocations work will commence on an on...
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We are seeking fit and reliable workers to help out with placement of furniture and various items in Albury NSWCommencing Tuesday 13th - 17th May and returning...
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INTRALAND PTY LTD have a number of roles available (short, medium or long term) which will require the applicants to be either a trade qualified, have trade hand...
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Experienced Labourers RequiredWe are currently hiring experienced labourers with transport for an immediate start. Applicants must be reliable, punctual and have a...
1mth ago
We are seeking General Hands / Relocation – FF & E labourers for casual positions located in Brisbane CBD inner suburbs!Work as much or as little as you like!...
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To apply for a job through Australian Career Pathways, you can follow these steps:1. Visit the Australian Career Pathways website or contact their recruitment...
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(Rockhampton) General Packers & Laborer's – Full time $24.89/hr ACP_ADMINOctober 5, 2022Interview0 CommentsAbout the role:Australian Career...
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We have multiple positions for a distribution centre in Crestmead.We have multiple openings for forklift operators with LONG TYNNE EXPERIENCE to start asap....
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Helping out with construction, labour, carpentry,building things etc
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Job DescriptionJob descriptionWe are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Sydney and Surrounding suburbs, Great team environments!...
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Boners, Slicers, SlaughtermenMultiple Full-Time and Part-Time Roles Available NOWA beef abattoir, we export all over the globe.We are growing and are...
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Car washer general workshop cleaning and restock duties . Hello we are seeking interest from a keen person who is interested in 2 days (Thursday and Friday ) 8.30...
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we are looking for a large number of backpackers you must be fit And heathy we have a number of clients looking for hard workingbackpackers must be willing to...
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Processing LabourersPlant/Site: JBS Scone PlantReq Id: 11254Date Posted: 27 Mar 2024About the Role:An exciting opportunity for meat process...
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Skilled Meat WorkersPlant/Site: JBS Longford PlantReq Id: 13989Date Posted: 25 Mar 2024Located 15 minutes south of Launceston, Tasmania’s northern...
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Skilled Meat Workers - Riverina PlantPlant/Site: JBS Riverina PlantReq Id: 13398Date Posted: 3 Apr 2024About UsJBS Australia is the largest and most...
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Skilled Meat Workers (Qualified Boners & Slaughterman) - $3,000 Sign-On bonus AvailablePlant/Site: JBS Beef City PlantReq Id: 13623Date Posted: 31 Mar 2024...
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We are looking for 1 labourer to assist on a two week project based in Mansfield, Victoria (end of May to first week of June)The work involves assisting us to...
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Furniture Removal Offsiders wantedDo you want to meet other backpackers in a good team environment? Enjoy monthly breakfasts and fun social activities? We are a...
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Benny's Backyards requires an energetic labourer to assist with garden maintenance tasks, for example, lawn mowing, hedging, weeding and other similar tasks - we are...
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Box Recruitment is a preferred supplier to a high-end Building business that covers some of the most impressive luxury residential developments in the Strathfield area...
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VISA SIGN OFF AVAILABLEJob: Working on a new home build - seeking laborers - No Experience Required but skilled trades preferred -Where: Boorowa NSWWhen:...
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The companyOur busy demolition business is looking for 2 x HR truck drivers. On-going consistent work and full-time hours including Saturdays. We are dedicated to...
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Job DescriptionThe company:Our busy demolition business has several openings available for experienced labourers*, motivated and fit individuals, indoors and/or on...
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Garden and Landscape AssistantWe are looking for a garden and landscape assistant to join our team for at least 3 months minimum. We pay $30 per hour plus...
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The company:Our busy demolition business has several openings available for experienced labourers*, motivated and fit individuals, indoors and/or on night shift....
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Are you a skilled and reliable driver seeking an exciting opportunity in the automotive industry? Hobart Auto Removal is looking for a dedicated Towing Truck Driver to...
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Factory Worker - Precast ConcreteThis fast growing and dynamic precast concrete manufacturer is seeking a hardworking Laborer to join our friendly and collaborative...
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Job Description• Duties include relocation of items within the commercial sector, I.T Deployment, assemble and disassemble work stations, Packing, and relocating...
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Do you want to meet other backpackers and be part of a creative and fun Company?We furnish and style residential houses going onto the market in Sydney and have...
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Job DescriptionJob descriptionWe are seeking keen and reliable labourers for relocation work in Sydney and Surrounding suburbs, Great team environments!...
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We are looking for Diesel Mechanics to work with our client in Adelaide. This position is offered permanently, with full time hours from Monday to Friday.As a...
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Food packers and Production staff required to commence ASAP. This role is a casual position with full-time hours.Monday to FridayDay shifts (7AM-3PM)Afternoon...
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Access Metal Recycling is an Australian, family owned metal recycling business with facilities in Barmedman (New South Wales), Orange (New South Wales) and Canberra...
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Access Metal Recycling is an Australian, family owned metal recycling business.We are currently seeking experienced plant operators for our Barmedman site....
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.