- Are you looking for highly flexible work?Randstad is hiring On-Call Sorters/Material Handlers to join our casual team in the crucial Waste Management Industry in Wingfield, SA.This is a great chance to secure shifts that fit your schedule, with options available across:Day Shift: 5:00am - 1:06pmAfternoon Shift: 1:00pm - 9:06pmNight Shift - 9:00pm - 5:06am The role of a sorter is to:Sort and separate materials (paper, cardboard, plastics, metal, and wood) wAre you looking for highly flexible work?Randstad is hiring On-Call Sorters/Material Handlers to join our casual team in the crucial Waste Management Industry in Wingfield, SA.This is a great chance to secure shifts that fit your schedule, with options available across:Day Shift: 5:00am - 1:06pmAfternoon Shift: 1:00pm - 9:06pmNight Shift - 9:00pm - 5:06am The role of a sorter is to:Sort and separate materials (paper, cardboard, plastics, metal, and wood) w
- Randstad Canberra is seeking multiple experienced general labourers to work on civil, commercial, and residential projects in and around Canberra. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a range of projects including commercial site cleaning, trade assistant work, civil labouring roles, and residential labouring positions.Key Responsibilities:Work on civil, commercial, and residential projectsUse power tools and work on large subdiviRandstad Canberra is seeking multiple experienced general labourers to work on civil, commercial, and residential projects in and around Canberra. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a range of projects including commercial site cleaning, trade assistant work, civil labouring roles, and residential labouring positions.Key Responsibilities:Work on civil, commercial, and residential projectsUse power tools and work on large subdivi
- Yard Hand / Labourer | Major Car ImporterAre you a reliable worker with an open driver's licence looking for a stable, long-term opportunity? A leading automotive import company is seeking a proactive General Labourer to join their busy team in Lytton.Whether you prefer the early morning crew or the afternoon shift, this role offers excellent flexibility and consistent full-time hours starting ASAP.The RoleThis is a varied, hands-on role where no two daysYard Hand / Labourer | Major Car ImporterAre you a reliable worker with an open driver's licence looking for a stable, long-term opportunity? A leading automotive import company is seeking a proactive General Labourer to join their busy team in Lytton.Whether you prefer the early morning crew or the afternoon shift, this role offers excellent flexibility and consistent full-time hours starting ASAP.The RoleThis is a varied, hands-on role where no two days
- We’re hiring a Streetscapes Driver Labourer who takes real pride in outdoor work. This fast-paced, high-visibility role involves keeping local village centers and precincts immaculate, alongside driving the Street Truck. If you want a stable, active, and long-term physical role, apply today!What You’ll Be Doing:Precinct Cleansing: High-pressure water blasting and detailed street cleaning.Public Domain Maintenance: Basic repairs to street furniture, signageWe’re hiring a Streetscapes Driver Labourer who takes real pride in outdoor work. This fast-paced, high-visibility role involves keeping local village centers and precincts immaculate, alongside driving the Street Truck. If you want a stable, active, and long-term physical role, apply today!What You’ll Be Doing:Precinct Cleansing: High-pressure water blasting and detailed street cleaning.Public Domain Maintenance: Basic repairs to street furniture, signage
- Randstad Canberra is seeking multiple experienced general labourers to work on civil, commercial, and residential projects in and around Canberra. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a range of projects including commercial site cleaning, trade assistant work, civil labouring roles, and residential labouring positions.Key Responsibilities:Work on civil, commercial, and residential projectsUse power tools and work on large subdiviRandstad Canberra is seeking multiple experienced general labourers to work on civil, commercial, and residential projects in and around Canberra. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a range of projects including commercial site cleaning, trade assistant work, civil labouring roles, and residential labouring positions.Key Responsibilities:Work on civil, commercial, and residential projectsUse power tools and work on large subdivi
- This is an opportunity for a general labourer, furniture removalist or warehouse operator. We have day shift on offer starting at 6am - 2pm Monday - Friday. You will be joining a fantastic team, working in a multi purpose warehouse environment, located in Lonsdale. This is an ongoing role. The roleMoving goods around the warehousePick and packing of ordersLoading and unloading TrucksAssisting drivers with their deliverysGeneral hand when requiredTo apply yThis is an opportunity for a general labourer, furniture removalist or warehouse operator. We have day shift on offer starting at 6am - 2pm Monday - Friday. You will be joining a fantastic team, working in a multi purpose warehouse environment, located in Lonsdale. This is an ongoing role. The roleMoving goods around the warehousePick and packing of ordersLoading and unloading TrucksAssisting drivers with their deliverysGeneral hand when requiredTo apply y
- Join Our Civil Crew | Council Maintenance ProjectsWe are seeking a high-performing team—one Leading Hand and two General Labourers—to deliver quality concrete infrastructure across Council sites. Start time and Finish time - 06:15 - 15:15Start Location - Thornstreet Depot (Free Parking on site) 9 Day Fortnights (Every second Monday Off) Leading Hand (1 Role)Deliver precision screeding and high-end finishing while coaching the existing crew in advanced "triJoin Our Civil Crew | Council Maintenance ProjectsWe are seeking a high-performing team—one Leading Hand and two General Labourers—to deliver quality concrete infrastructure across Council sites. Start time and Finish time - 06:15 - 15:15Start Location - Thornstreet Depot (Free Parking on site) 9 Day Fortnights (Every second Monday Off) Leading Hand (1 Role)Deliver precision screeding and high-end finishing while coaching the existing crew in advanced "tri
general labourer jobs overview
On this page, you will find a list of our current general labourer jobs and an overview of the typical responsibilities and expectations of a general labourer. You can compare and filter relevant general labourer positions based on specialism, location and salary to find your ideal job match.
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general labourer jobs contract types
General labourer jobs are available in various contract types, including:
- general labourer jobs - permanent: in a permanent position, you work as a general labourer for the same employer long-term. You are assured of job security and a steady income until retirement or resignation.
- general labourer jobs - contract: in a contract position, you work for a construction company for a fixed period. When you complete the project, you have the flexibility of moving on to other roles.
- general labourer jobs - temporary: in a temporary role, you work as a general labourer short-term. This is a good way to improve your mechanical and technical knowledge and build your skills.
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about general labourer jobs
As a general labourer, you assist professionals by completing physically demanding tasks. For instance, in construction, you prepare the work site by removing debris, foliage and hazards. You use hand tools to complete work on construction sites, like lifting building materials and demolishing old structures. The role requires physical stamina and manual dexterity since you do manual tasks that involve lifting heavy materials or machinery.
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how much does a general labourer make in Australia?
You will find more information on the general labourer salary on the general labourer job profile page. You can also find the salary for each specific job shown here if you click on the description.
how to apply for general labourer jobs
If you are ready to apply for a general labourer job, take a look at our jobs list, filter to your preference and apply directly. If you require any further assistance applying for a role, feel free to contact your nearest Randstad office and a member of the team will be happy to point you in the right direction.
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how do I apply for a job as a general labourer?
If you are interested in becoming a general labourer, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the 'education and qualifications' section of our general labourer job profile.
While you don’t require formal education to work as a general labourer in Australia, you should consider having additional qualifications. To become a general labourer, determine the industry you want to work in and find relevant training courses. For instance, you can complete the necessary training at a registered training organisation (RTO) to obtain a White Card if you want to work in construction.
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