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VHR are working in partnership with a growing specialist company based in Australia and are looking for a high number of labourers to unpack shipping containers....
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Who We AreXhibitor is an Australian company in the professional hire business. Our goal is to provide an all-round professional hire service for clients in every...
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Looking for workWe are in the construction gameLaborers required to assist in keeping site clean & demolition type work,Tradesmen also requiredCarpenters...
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A great opportunity exists for a full time, Site Supervisor to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Brisbane.About the roleThe Site Supervisor’s...
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A great opportunity exists for full time, Site Supervisors to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Cairns.About the roleThe Site Supervisor’s...
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A great opportunity exists for full time, Site Supervisors to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Cairns.About the roleThe Site Supervisor’s...
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A great opportunity exists for full time, Plant Operators to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Cairns.About the roleWe are currently looking for...
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A great opportunity exists for a full time, Project/Site Engineer to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Cairns.About the roleThe Project/Site...
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A great opportunity exists for a full time, Engineering Project Manager to join our dedicated team at HEH Civil based in Cairns.About the roleThe role of an...
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If you're a skilled construction worker from overseas who wants to earn a great income to fund your experience in Australia and work with some of the biggest and best...
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We have a steady 5 days per week of chicken factory work, 6am-2:30pm, Monday to Friday, Full Time.The roles include:1. cutting same part of chicken as it goes...
2yr+ ago
Gutter cleaning / Trades AssistantFutureproof Building Services are a commercial Perth based roofing company that provides top quality roofing services to the Perth...
2yr+ ago
1800-GOT-JUNK? is making the ordinary business of rubbish removal exceptional. We are proud to be the leaders of our industry, and we recognize that every member of...
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*** Looking for labourers for the eastern suburbs - ongoing work ***PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR BACKPACKERSTrade Revolution are looking for...
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*** Looking for labourers for the eastern suburbs- ongoing work***BACKPACKERS ARE WELCOMELabour Revolution are looking for...
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We are currently currently seeking experienced painters to join our teamImmediate start availableWe are looking for painters that are committed to delivering...
2yr+ ago
Forklift operator / Labourer required for our client based in Dandenong South. Role not to be missed! Full time hours!$30an hourThe Opportunity:Currently...
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We are currently seeking Labourers / Packers for short term work at our client's processing facility based in Naval Base.The positions will be short term initially,...
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Hello all!Australia’s award winning removals company are currently recruitingJOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a leading, removals company who...
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We are looking for a keen, strong guy who doesn’t mind heights and working hard. Experience with roofing is a big plus but willingness to work hard is even more...
2yr+ ago
Perth landscaping company looking for Landscape Labourers for work on various sites around Perth.
2yr+ ago
The Relocation Company is currently experiencing an increasing demand for our furniture removal's services. As a result, we are needing to grow our team of casual...
2yr+ ago
I need 3 x general labourers for ongoing work on Hope Island. Start Monday 5th Sept. $33 p/h plus super. Need white card and own PPE.
2yr+ ago
WE ARE HIRING!!* General labouring work.* We provide short and long term labour to great Construction Companies in Queensland* Must have: White Card and PPE...
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WE ARE HIRING!!* General labouring work.* We provide short and long term labour to great Construction Companies in Queensland* Must have: White Card and PPE...
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WE ARE HIRING!!* General labouring work.* We provide short and long term labour to great Construction Companies in Queensland* Must have: White Card and PPE...
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WE ARE HIRING!!* General labouring work.* We provide short and long term labour to great Construction Companies in Queensland* Must have: White Card and PPE...
2yr+ ago
Labour Revolution are looking for general and skilled labourers to join busy builders on a number of residential sites across the Eastern Suburbs. Work will range...
2yr+ ago
Labour Revolution are looking for general labourers to join busy builders on a number of residential sites across the Eastern Suburbs. Work will range from...
2yr+ ago
We are a precast concrete manufacturer. We have several positions available for labourers in steelfixer concrete placing and formwork.
2yr+ ago
Looking for 3 hard working Labourers to join our team on some big Sports Floors laying timber flooring.Need to have transport, white card, hard hat, steel boot, high...
2yr+ ago
Credo is a leader in retail service solutions for Australia’s favourite brands. We service major retailers all over Australia, delivering projects throughout...
2yr+ ago
we are a building and construction companyOngoing work with top-tier builders$30 per hourThe RoleAssisting builders and carpenters with the development...
2yr+ ago
CDM Landscapes is a Sydney based company and are looking for a landscape Labourer for immediate start.Full time work for the right person. Wage is $200 gross per day...
2yr+ ago
Eighty Eight Construction group are looking for carpenters for an immediate start in Sydney CBD.Does this sound like you? Apply today to...
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Who We AreXhibitor is an Australian company in the professional hire business. Our goal is to provide an all-round professional hire service for clients in every...
2yr+ ago
Always Greener Garden Care are currently looking for a new member to join our team.Work within a great multi skilled team, attending to many awesome gardens...
2yr+ ago
Rapid growing small business - requiring fit, reliable team members to be part of our temporary fence installing teamMinimum 4hr shift payments. $29.50/hr plus...
2yr+ ago
Civilcraft Pty Ltd is Civil Construction company based in South Hurstville, Sydney,We are looking for skilled construction labourers and concreters to work in...
2yr+ ago
Labour Revolution are looking for general and skilled labourers to join busy builders on a number of residential sites across the Eastern Suburbs. Work will range...
2yr+ ago
Labour Revolution are looking for general and skilled labourers to join busy builders on a number of residential sites across the Eastern Suburbs. Work will range...
2yr+ ago
Solar jobs Australia is seeking men and women interested in joining our team on a large scale solar farm project approximately one hour East of Adelaide. No prior...
2yr+ ago
Want to earn $1000-$1200 per week by working 5 to 6 hours a day then here is the opportunity for you to make it happen.We are seeking energetic Door to Door...
2yr+ ago
Want to earn $1000-$1200 per week by working 5 to 6 hours a day then here is the opportunity for you to make it happen.We are seeking energetic Door to Door...
2yr+ ago
Buildability Group is currently seeking experienced Construction labourers for various large projects in Bondi Junction with immediate starts!$30 - $36ph + OT and...
2yr+ ago
Buildability Group is currently seeking Construction labourers for various large projects in and around Parramatta with immediate starts!$30 - $36phBenefits...
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Hello all!Australia’s award winning removals company are currently recruitingJOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a leading, removals company who...
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Container Unloaders Wanted!We are currently recruiting for reliable Container Unloader operators for work located in Acacia Ridge, Rocklea, Lytton and surrounding...
2yr+ ago
One-off task of moving some household items around in a home in Manly. Two strong, reliable and competent men required for less than one hour's work. Easy work for...
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Immediate start. 2-3 persons. 4-5 days. over 1 or 2 weeks. 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Light duty assembly of packaging and carry bags. Great friendly and happy...
2yr+ ago
Who We AreXhibitor is an Australian company in the professional hire business. Our goal is to provide an all-round professional hire service for clients in every...
2yr+ ago
Physical outdoor yard hand position.Duties include loading trucks, serving the public and restocking the yard.
2yr+ ago
A position has become available for an individual who is happy to work.1. Immediate start2. Australian company3. Hallam LocationOur client is an Australian...
2yr+ ago
Our client located in Dandenong South is a manufacturer of tyre and rubber products, namely rubber carpet underlay. We are seeking an enthusiastic labourer to join...
2yr+ ago
Tradesman of any construction type, to assist with installation of National Park furnitre for 4 days from Aug 22
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Labourer required to assist in installation of park facilities for 4 days from Monday Agu 22
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Casual Labourers immediate start - you need to already be living in Sydney
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Buildability Group is currently seeking experienced Construction labourers for various large projects in Bondi Junction with immediate starts!$30 - $36ph...
2yr+ ago
Labourer/ machinery operatorCasual positionExperience preferredFront end loader/ excavator
2yr+ ago
Hello all!Australia’s award winning removals company are currently recruitingJOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a leading, removals company who...
2yr+ ago
We are looking for trade assistants to assist in manufacturing workshop, switchboard construction, working alongside electricians to assist in the assembly of...
2yr+ ago
If you are looking for a new challenging adventure, working for a great company – You have found it!Labourers/Painters and Demolition ExpertsBare Demolition...
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If you are looking for a new challenging adventure, working for a great company which also offers job variety – You have found it!At Bare Demolition you will be...
2yr+ ago
LabourerJob Description:Assisting installation crew in deployment of Geosynthetics materials .Filling ballast bags and moving around the deployment site....
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Job DescriptionAbout the business:We are urgently seeking general labourers for various projects throughout Brisbane and Gold Coast. With over 25 established...
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KI Group are currently seeking Meat Packers, Factory Hands, Process Workers, and Labourers who are available for an immediate start based in the Bunbury region....
2yr+ ago
We are looking for a leaflet distributer to join our team!Job requires dropping flyers into letterboxes.Choose your own hours to work!Must be reliable....
2yr+ ago
Dpp Hydronics are on the search for a couple of Experienced Central Heating Plumbers from the UK/ Scotland or Ireland, that are young, reliable, fit have a great...
2yr+ ago
Looking for work in Perth? We have jobs available at the Claremont Carwash in Claremont Perth. Good hours flexible working. Start immediately. We have hired...
2yr+ ago
We pack and unpack houses and are looking for help.Training provided but job is simple and easy.You can work when you wantWe work Monday to Friday -$35 aud...
2yr+ ago
CLEANERSMust reside in KalgoorlieWe have a number of roles available!Please note these jobs are in Kalgoorlie.First Position: We are looking for 1 New...
2yr+ ago
Work outdoors in the sun with an awesome group of people, who love what they do, while working in the beautiful gardens + suburbs of Sydney! Formed Gardens Pty Ltd, a...
2yr+ ago
Due to recent development, Greenworx Sydney is looking for full-time staff with a variety of experience, including Team Leaders, Landscape Assistants, and Apprentices....
2yr+ ago
Festival Hire is a highly regarded supplier of event hire equipment in South Australia, based in Underdale. We are looking for both part-time and casuals that enjoy...
2yr+ ago
I need a labourer for at least one week but possibly longer, this role is for an immediate startWork involves manually sorting through skip bin contents , and also...
2yr+ ago
Great opportunity to join our growing business that specialise in re-grouting leaking showers, balconies, tiling work and general grout and silicone maintenance.We...
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We're looking for a couple of carpenters to work with our current tradesmen on sites in the eastern suburbs.No tools required, you just need to have a white card, a...
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Looking for a couple of labourers, ideally with some site experience.You'll be working on sites in the eastern suburbs on high end residential building sites.On...
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AUSTRALIAN 4WD ADVENTURE TOURSIS LOOKING FOR TOUR GUIDE ASSISTANTS!The job entails cooking, cleaning and camp preparation while travelling as part of the team,...
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Labourer for pallet racking installationMelbourne area, mostly Northern suburbs.You need to be fit, strong and reliablePower tool and machinery use handy,...
2yr+ ago
ALPHA INSTALLS is a boutique joinery installation company specializing in both commercial and domestic fit outs.We are currently requiring experienced site...
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Service TechnicianMcEwans ServicesMackay & CoalfieldsTrades & Services - Cleaning ServicesCasualIntroductionWe are a well-established cleaning company...
2yr+ ago
GOGO Movers is looking for experienced removalists drivers and offsiders. Earn good $$$ plus bonuses and GET PAID TO WORK OUT ??About Us:GOGO Movers in...
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Hello all!Australia’s award winning removals company are currently recruitingJOIN OUR BRISBANE TEAM TODAYWe are a leading, removals company who...
2yr+ ago
Help with a number of general maintenance jobs is required for Monday.A very competitive hourly/daily rate is available.
2yr+ ago
Come and work with a creative team and work on some interesting projects. TEXT James now on 0412 127 795
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Come and work with a creative bunch of people and work on some interesting projects. TEXT James now on 0412 127 795
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Want to work for an iconic Northern Beaches brand known for Roof Racks, Tow Bars, Bull Bars and Installation for Vans, Utes and 4WD’s?We are the go to name who...
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We are looking for highly motivated and experienced commercial cleaners to provide cleaning duties at Tradeflex's prominent sites located in Menzies Creek, Monbulk,...
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Hi everyone! We are looking for people to join our team in Bondi!Full time: 35-45 hours a weekCasual: 15-30 hours a weekRates from $27 to $36 per hour plus...
2yr+ ago
We currently require a number of Forklift Drivers / Labourers for ongoing casual work. The positions are based at a large manufacturing facility in the far northern...
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We are looking for a reliable, hard working and enthusiastic person, to assist with deliveries and be a general hand. Initially we are offering 2 days a week on a...
2yr+ ago
LOOKING FOR CARPENTERS TO JOIN OUR TEAMWe are a family owned business that specialises in the installation of Fire doors and internal carpentry included but not...
2yr+ ago
Labourer (Sweeper and Data entry required) wantedStart ASAPNeeds to have: - Own transport - PPE (steel caps, high vis, long sleeve/ pants, hat, ear protection) -...
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i need labou to start immediately tomorrow north rock $30 per hour
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LOGISTIC LABOUR HIRE is looking for skilled labourers and Tradesman to join our team on call.We pay anywhere between $25 - $40 via ABN depending on shifts 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.