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Looking for someone to do house cleaning at our beach house starting asap at Palm Beach (bline bus if you don’t have a car) , and also if possible at our house in...
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General labourers needed for the help of the set up and pack down of an event over New Year in Coffs Harbour.30 December- 1st Jan and then on again for 4th and...
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We are looking two (2) men to join our Christmas Tree Farm for the 2024PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE READING APPLYING FOR THIS JOB. PLEASE DO NOT WASTE OUR TIME. Must...
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**IMMEDIATE START**Looking to top up your travel funds? I’m looking for someone to lend a hand with cleaning fire-damaged contents.Earn & Travel: Once...
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Yard cleanup loading a skip bin $30.00 per hour cash,
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General labourers needed for tomorrow in Gosford for helping with bump in/out of an event9am-3pmMust be physically fitWill be lifting up to 20kg with a team...
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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...
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We are the leading office relocation company in Melbourne. With an opportunity to work somewhere new everyday and get paid while keeping fit. We have a great team to...
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Could we be the destination for your next adventure!Allow us to offer you a fulfilling work opportunity in the countryside of Tocumwal NSW.A select number of...
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About Us:START FROM TOMORROW -Our client is seeking reliable General Hands / Relocation – FF&E Labourers for casual positions located in Sydney CBD and...
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Moves boxes and household furniture within the warehouseTidy up separate furniutre to donate
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Hello all!Australia’s award winning removals company are currently recruitingJOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a industry leading removals company who...
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Experienced Forklift operators needed in and around Sydney to help with the pack down of events. You will be loading and unloading trucks so must have experience using...
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Painters - No Experience Necessary- Entry level role, ready to commence as soon as successful candidate can start- Summer Appointment ONLY (This is not a winter...
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Hi :)We are hiring for warehousing labourongoing labour job.Location: Wonthaggi Road, Lance Creek VIC 3995Shift: Afternoon PositionPay: $31.06...
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This is a great role for hardworking and physically fit individuals.Some experience in rotational moulding would be highly beneficial.What you'll be doing:-...
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Construction work $40 per hour.6 days per week.Call Alex 0456930671
5d ago
Driver/ labourers wanted for bin delivery project (November-early December)The work involves the driving of car license trucks and retrieving old bins around the...
5d 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...
5d 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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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...
6d 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 21/11/24 8:30-2:30 and...
8d 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...
8d 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...
8d ago
Hort Staff Pty Ltd is a Labour Hire and Recruitment Company, dedicated to the Horticultural Industry.Are you one of those labourers who is keen to dive in and work...
8d ago
Gardening - weeding, mulching, raking, planting new plants and ad hoc duties as required. Own boots/shoes and drink bottle are required but gloves, safety glasses,...
8d ago
Quality Partners is a Management System Consultancy based in Sydney (www.qualitypartners.com.au). We are working with a client to inspect some packaging materials...
9d ago
GENERAL & SKILLED LABOURERS - CANBERRATHE PROJECTSA number of large infrastructure & Residential high-rises have kicked off across the ACT including the new...
10d 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...
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Join Our Team: Delivery SpecialistAre you passionate about providing exceptional customer service and handling people's goods with the utmost care? Do you thrive...
10d ago
We are currently looking for Packers, based in our manufacturing facility in Belrose.These are full-time roles from Monday to Friday, with a variety of shift times...
11d ago
General labouring job for 2 weeks ASAP start ideally 11/11/24, 6:30-3:30pm in Stapylton, Gold CoastTasks will include:Major site clean and consolidating...
11d ago
construction labouringprefer building trade experienceaward conditions base rate $26.53 per hourpaid weekly by bank transferweekly payment direct into...
12d ago
Job DescriptionGroup 6 Metals Limited is currently seeking dedicated, hard working and reliable individuals to join our processing team at the Dolphin Tungsten Mine...
13d ago
Certified organic garlic farmWorkers needs to gather garlic and then hang in shed to dry and cure.We provide lunch and fuel money for the driver of vehicle
13d ago
Hi,We’re looking for a builder who can help us for around 10 days (painting and fitting out wall panelling for a container home, building shelves/storage, etc.)...
13d ago
I am looking for 2 x fit men to assist with labouring on a residential house in Seaforth, immediate start Monday 11th November for a min. 5 days. You will be digging...
14d ago
Starting pay is $35/PH. The position: Someone with experience driving small vans and/or trucks to drive our 3 ton truck. You only need a car license to drive the...
14d ago
Job DescriptionCommercial Relocations• Duties include relocation of items within the commercial sector, I.T Deployment, assemble and disassemble work stations,...
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Job DescriptionCommercial Relocations• Duties include relocation of items within the commercial sector, I.T Deployment, assemble and disassemble work stations,...
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Job DescriptionCommercial Relocations• Duties include relocation of items within the commercial sector, I.T Deployment, assemble and disassemble work stations,...
14d ago
Arafura Traffic Control are currently hiring experienced traffic controllers in the Darwin Region.Holding inductions for an immediate start.*Must have white card*...
14d ago
Divine Water Tanks are looking for an installer to join our steel water tank installation crew.Preference will be for a Trade qualified applicantRole is...
14d ago
Hello all!Australia’s award winning removals company are currently recruitingJOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a industry leading removals company who...
14d 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...
14d 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...
15d ago
- 417 and 426 subwork classified Job regional construction- Can stay up to three years on 417 and 426 visa- opportunities in pay increases and accommodation for...
15d 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...
15d ago
Select Labour Solutions are a labour hire firm. We are seeking approximately 15 employees to work in a salmon processing facility from December 11-23. The processing...
15d 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,...
16d ago
Port Brisbane code store looking for full time sorters:- day shift 6:00am -3:00pm- Scan/Pick/pack/push/pull/lift cartons- basic computer skil- good...
16d ago
Installer / Labourer required for 2 weeks workSTARTING Tuesday 12th NovDuties include fencing / landscape type worksas well as light metal worksworking with...
16d ago
About the CompanyEverything Fleet (a new division of Jonday Holdings) is an Australian owned and operated company that have been supplying vehicles to some of the...
16d 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...
16d ago
Install Garland outdoors along the streets of Sydney in November!Looking for teams of 2, a Driver who is 25 or over and a partner.Deliver and Decorate Christmas...
16d ago
Grain receival site located at Wellcamp (Toowoomba Qld) Requires numerous staff for harvest period, jobs ranging from Machinery Operators (Front End Loader, Tractors,...
17d ago
** FANTASTIC Job Opportunity starting NOW **We are a small family business seeking a General and/ or Once Off Cleaner or Cleaning Team.BENIFITS:* Very...
17d ago
General labourer needed for x3 days - Wednesday 06/11-08/11 for a busy hire and rental companyDuties will include:Cleaning site shedsCleaning white goods...
17d ago
GENERAL & SKILLED LABOURERS - WESTERN SYDNEY SITESTHE PROJECTSA number of large infrastructure projects have kicked off across Western Sydney including the new...
19d 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...
20d ago
We are looking for 2 helpers to assist our team in restoration works in the Canberra region.- Applicable towards your 88 days- Great Pay ($31.21 p/hr) and variety...
20d 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...
20d ago
About Us:Our client is seeking reliable General Hands / Relocation – FF&E Labourers for casual positions located in Sydney CBD and surrounding suburbs, with...
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About UsOur client is seeking reliable Warehouse / General Hands / Relocation – FF&E / Event Labourers for casual positions in Brisbane and surrounding suburbs,...
20d ago
1800-GOT-JUNK? Brisbane is Hiring ! Rare Opening - Mutiple positions available -We are seeking hardworking, customer service-oriented people to join our truck...
20d ago
Hi, looking for an experienced dog walker. Must have own car to come to my place, pick up 2 whippet dogs, take them to the park & bring them home again. 1hr each...
21d ago
We are an Environmental Rehabilitation and Recycling Company located in the coastal town of Mackay. We have a number of roles available:1. Landscaping ground...
21d ago
We manufacture components in carbon fibre and other specialist composite materials.• Working with a young, happy team• This is not heavy work and is suitable...
21d 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,...
21d ago
Job DescriptionRange Event Hire is a progressive event hire company seeking casual labourers to help deliver and erect marquees for weddings/parties and corporate...
22d ago
Looking for a few people to help set up Christmas kiosks in Perth shopping centresThe work will likely start around 3pm and end around midnight 10pmWe will...
22d ago
No weekend work, late nights or Public HolidaysPabs Furniture Rentals is one of Australia’s leading household furniture rental businesses, providing furniture...
22d ago
We are seeking Warehouse / General Hands / Relocation – FF & E / event labourers for casual positions located in the suburbs of the Gold Coast and Brisbane...
22d 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,...
23d ago
Join our team as an Event Labourer and be part of setting up an events in CanberraDuties include:- Assist in loading and unloading equipment- Laying carpet...
23d ago
Job Description: Cleaner at Cook Colliery Mine SitePosition: CleanerLocation: Cook Colliery Mine Site, Central Queensland Bowen BasinOverview:We are...
23d 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...
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We are currently offering multiple roles of full-time Entry Level Process Labouring Positions with various opportunities at our Meat Processing Facility located in...
23d ago
Are you looking for your next job opportunity? DL Aus Group is now hiring General Labourers and Skilled Labourers to start immediately!Join the growing team at DL...
23d ago
Moving and Lifting heavy items to organise Warehouse.Building shelving, workspaces and organising spaces.Approximately 5 days worth of work, possibly more.ABN...
23d 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...
24d ago
Safe Pool Solutions is a specialist rental equipment provider for the swimming pool industry, catering to both residential and commercial clients. We are currently...
24d ago
Join our team as an Event Labourer and be part of setting up an event in TamworthShow dates Tuesday 5th, Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7thDuties include:-...
24d 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...
24d 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...
27d 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
28d ago
Location: Murray Bridge, SAAbout Thomas Foods InternationalFamily owned since 1988, Thomas Foods International (TFI) is one of Australia's largest family-owned...
28d 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...
28d ago
With over 25 years industry experience, GreenLife Group (GLG) is looking to fill a variety of positions, to contribute to our fast-growing grounds maintenance QLD...
28d ago
With over 25 years industry experience, GreenLife Group (GLG) is looking to fill a variety of positions, to contribute to our fast-growing grounds maintenance QLD...
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With over 25 years industry experience, GreenLife Group (GLG) is looking to fill a variety of positions, to contribute to our fast-growing grounds maintenance QLD...
29d ago
Hiring:We are Urgently looking for new staff!Everest Eco-cleaning company- Brisbane cleaning team seeking reliable cleaners to cover Brisbane and greater Brisbane...
29d ago
Harry the Hirer is looking for 2 female workers to work in our Kitchen DepartmentWork will be in Brooklyn for approximately 3 weeksTotal of 8 hours per day/5 days...
29d ago
Require some people to setup some Kiosks in Shopping centres on the below dates:Sunday 27th October - From 1.30pm to 1.30am (Approx)Monday 28th of October - From...
30d ago
General Crew members needed for the setup of an event in PerthMust be reliable with good access to transportPhysically fit and able to lift up to 20kg...
30d ago
ShovellingCompacting (ramming)Setting up formworkGeneral use of hand toolsUsing some power toolsWorking as part of a small crewTraining provided...
1mth 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...
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.