- About the role:This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated General Labourer to join a Local Government team and make a visible impact on the community. You will be an essential part of the crew responsible for maintaining and improving public spaces, parks, and local infrastructure, ensuring they are safe, clean, and enjoyable for all residents.Location: Melborune's local councils located in the Northen Surburbs.Pay: $34 - $42You'll be working on a varAbout the role:This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated General Labourer to join a Local Government team and make a visible impact on the community. You will be an essential part of the crew responsible for maintaining and improving public spaces, parks, and local infrastructure, ensuring they are safe, clean, and enjoyable for all residents.Location: Melborune's local councils located in the Northen Surburbs.Pay: $34 - $42You'll be working on a var
- Join our "get it done" crew! We need dependable, early-rising team players for versatile labor tasks. Enjoy variety, steady work, and active days.Schedule & ExpectationsBecause our work is dynamic, flexibility is your best asset.The Early Bird: Start times vary but typically begin in the early morning (through 7:00 AM).Reliability: You must have your own reliable transportation to ensure you're on-site and ready to go when the shift starts.The Extra Mile:Join our "get it done" crew! We need dependable, early-rising team players for versatile labor tasks. Enjoy variety, steady work, and active days.Schedule & ExpectationsBecause our work is dynamic, flexibility is your best asset.The Early Bird: Start times vary but typically begin in the early morning (through 7:00 AM).Reliability: You must have your own reliable transportation to ensure you're on-site and ready to go when the shift starts.The Extra Mile:
- We have an opportunity for a maintenance worker/handyman. On offer is a part time role located in a processing factory in Ormeau. The role of a maintenance worker/handyman is toSupport onsite maintenance teamReplacing hingesGreasing MachineryRepairing, installing, replacing chainsGeneral LabourerWhat we are looking for Previous experience working in a simlar position, or experience using small hand tools. Benefits of applying for this From the start oWe have an opportunity for a maintenance worker/handyman. On offer is a part time role located in a processing factory in Ormeau. The role of a maintenance worker/handyman is toSupport onsite maintenance teamReplacing hingesGreasing MachineryRepairing, installing, replacing chainsGeneral LabourerWhat we are looking for Previous experience working in a simlar position, or experience using small hand tools. Benefits of applying for this From the start o
- Warehouse Labourer | Growing EV ImporterAre you looking to break into the booming electric vehicle (EV) industry? A leading EV import company is expanding rapidly and needs a reliable General Hand to join their team in Somerton.If you have a valid driver's licence and a strong work ethic, this is your chance to get hands-on with the future of transport.The RoleAs a Yard Hand, you will be the engine room of our vehicle processing facility. You'll be responsWarehouse Labourer | Growing EV ImporterAre you looking to break into the booming electric vehicle (EV) industry? A leading EV import company is expanding rapidly and needs a reliable General Hand to join their team in Somerton.If you have a valid driver's licence and a strong work ethic, this is your chance to get hands-on with the future of transport.The RoleAs a Yard Hand, you will be the engine room of our vehicle processing facility. You'll be respons
- 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
- General Maintenance Labourer | Sinnamon ParkAre you proactive, reliable, and looking for a stable "foot in the door" role? We are seeking a dedicated General Labourer to join the maintenance team at a premier care facility in Sinnamon Park.This isn't just a "job"—it’s an ongoing, full-time opportunity where your work directly contributes to the comfort and safety of a community-focused environment.The Highlights💰 Pay Rate: $32.00 per hour📍 Location: SinnGeneral Maintenance Labourer | Sinnamon ParkAre you proactive, reliable, and looking for a stable "foot in the door" role? We are seeking a dedicated General Labourer to join the maintenance team at a premier care facility in Sinnamon Park.This isn't just a "job"—it’s an ongoing, full-time opportunity where your work directly contributes to the comfort and safety of a community-focused environment.The Highlights💰 Pay Rate: $32.00 per hour📍 Location: Sinn
- 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
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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.
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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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