Work in Australia

If you are planning to work in Australia, you will need either a TFN or an ABN or maybe both.

As an international student, it is very important to understand the difference when working with TFN and ABN.

In this article, we are going to be discussing the difference between ABN vs TFN.

What is TFN?

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 “TFN” stands for Tax File Number. It is a 9-digit number that identifies you as an employee and a taxpayer in Australia.

Anyone who wants to work in Australia will need to have a TFN. It is a unique number for everyone, and you only get it once in your lifetime.

Learn how to apply for your TFN here

What is an ABN?

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“ABN” is an abbreviation for “Australian Business Number.” It is an 11-digit number that identifies you as a business in Australia.

Every business operating in Australia must have an ABN. You can work as a sole trader using ABN as well.

Learn how to apply for your ABN here:

ABN vs TFN

1. Employment Status 

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When you are working with TFN, you’d have to sign a contract that signifies you as an employee of the business.

If you are operating under an ABN, either as a contractor, freelancer, self-employed, or gig-economy worker, you will be considered a self-employed business in Australia.

2. Pay

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With TFN, the employer pays you salary or wages every week or every fortnight, which usually goes directly into your bank account.

As an ABN holder, you don’t get paid a salary or wages. You will have to create your own invoice and send it to the business, and they will pay your invoice.

With an ABN, you get paid based on the contract of agreement you have with the business.

3. Taxes

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When working under TFN, your employer deducts taxes from your salary before it gets paid into your bank account.

And at the end of the financial year, you receive a payment summary in MyGov that includes the amount of money the employer paid you during the financial year and the amount of taxes deducted from your salary.

This information in MyGov will help you with your tax return. Here’s a tax return guide for international students in Australia:

For ABN holders, the businesses you work with will pay you the invoice in full. They don’t deduct any taxes from that, and if your business is registered for GST, you will have to charge that to your customers.

So, you are required to pay and manage your own taxes when working with an ABN. 

4. Superannuation

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When you are working under TFN, your employer is responsible for paying you superannuation, which is added to your wages and salary.

At the moment, it is 10.5% of your salary and that goes directly into your superannuation fund account.

If you are working with ABN, you do not get any superannuation paid by the businesses you work with. However, as an ABN holder, you can contribute money to your own superannuation.

5. Insurance 

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If you are working under a TFN arrangement, your employer will cover you for work cover and personal indemnity insurance.

They have to pay an insurance premium for having you work with them. It is to make sure that you are covered for any accident or any other personal indemnity issues that might occur at the workplace.

However, with an ABN, you are responsible for getting your own insurance, whether it is work cover insurance, or personal indemnity insurance or any other relevant insurance..

6. Leave 

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If you are working as a casual employee, there is no leave entitlement for you, which means there is no annual leave or sick leave. But if you are working on a part-time or full-time basis, you are entitled to annual and sick leave.

If you are working with an ABN, you are your own boss, so there are no holiday entitlements for you.

Can you work with ABN and TFN at the same time?

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One of the very common questions among international students is, Can I work on both ABN and TFN at the same time?

The answer is Yes!

Let’s explain that using this example:

Now let’s say due to the pandemic, James lost a few work hours in the restaurant, so he decided to become an Uber Eats delivery person.

He can work on both ABN and TFN at the same time, but no more than hours allowed on his student visa. 

Sham Contracting

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It is very important to understand the difference between working with an ABN or TFN because some employers may ask you to get an ABN when you should be working as an employee on a TFN. 

That is known as Sham contracting.

A Sham contract is when an employee tries to disguise an employment relationship as an independent contracting arrangement.

Some employers try to do that so that they won’t have to worry about your taxes, superannuation, insurance, annual or sick leave, and other entitlements.

To find out more about your work rights in Australia, you can visit the Fair Work Australia website.

We also have a detailed article on how to avoid exploitation at work in Australia, you can read it here. 

A resume is one of the most important documents for any job application.

Most recruiters and employers receive thousands of resumes each day for job applications. And every single applicant tries their best to stand out.

But still we notice that many students don’t pay attention to these common student resume mistakes when submitting their job applications. 

So in this article, we are going to talk about the 9 most common resume mistakes to avoid in Australia.

1. Typos and Grammatical Errors 

The majority of international students in Australia are from non-English-speaking countries, and while many students are confident in their English levels, there is always the possibility of some minor errors or mistakes in their resume. 

We have seen local students who are well versed in English language making these mistakes as well.

The best way to avoid grammar and spelling errors is to proofread your resume before sending it for any job application. Make sure you read every single line in your resume and check it thoroughly. 

If you are not confident enough, you should get someone else to proofread your resume for you before submitting it for any job application.

If you need help, you can ask your tutors or support staff team in your university or institution.

2. Not Customising Your Resume

Most students, when they apply for jobs these days, use ready-made resume templates for their job applications.

That is perfectly fine as a starting point, but many students use this same resume for every job application.

That is certainly the wrong thing to do. 

If you are really serious about getting a job, you should be customising your resume for each job application.

This is important because these days, resumes are not first read by human beings; they are usually first read by automated machines and software, and if your resume passes the test by the software or machine, then it gets passed to the Human Resource Manager.

It is critical to understand that your resume must be tailored to the job advertisement you see on the website.

We recommend that you read the job advertisement thoroughly, go through some of the keywords that are in the job advertisement, and make sure you customise your resume based on those keywords.

That would certainly give you an edge over other applicants. 

3. Including Unnecessary Information

Your resume should not be more than 2 or 3 pages. In those 2 or 3 pages, you want to highlight the best things possible on your resume.

Try to avoid any unnecessary information that is not relevant to the job you are applying for.

For example, if you have already completed graduation, then you don’t need to include information about your Year 8 or Year 10 information.

And when it comes to adding experience to your resume, add only experiences that are applicable to the job application.

For example, if you are applying for an IT job, then including all of your previous experience in hospitality jobs might not be a big help.

If you don’t have any experience in the IT industry, then you might include the most recent experience in the hospitality industry.

Try to look for some volunteer or internship opportunities, so you can include relevant work experiences.

4. Wrong Sequence of Information

Most students already know that they should always include their experience first in their resume, followed by their educational background and other information.

One of the things you should always keep in mind when it comes to experience is that you should always consider what type of job you are applying for.

For example, you might be applying for a job as a graduate accountant, and your recent job experience might be working as a cashier at McDonald’s, while you also did an internship last year at an accounting firm.

In this case, you should highlight your internship experience even though it might not be your most recent work experience, as long as it is relevant to the job application.

That experience should be listed first in your experience section, and you can include your McDonald’s experience after that.

That sequence of information is very important when applying for a job.

5. Ignoring Volunteer or Unpaid Work

As an international student in Australia, it is very difficult to get a job right away in your own industry or field.

One of the mistakes that students make in their resume is that they might have done some unpaid work or volunteer work in Australia, but they do not include that in their resume.

Volunteering could include helping the local charity or the local football club, or any of the other volunteer work that you have done in Australia. It is always good to include that in your resume.

Not only does it demonstrate that you are a person who loves to help the community, but it also shows your ability to work with teams, your communication skills, and many other soft skills.

So, when it comes to unpaid work or volunteering, it is highly recommended that you include it in your resume; Australian employers love to see it, especially if you have no work experience at all.

And if you are looking for some volunteer work, then we suggest you check websites like Seek Volunteer and Go Volunteer.

6. Not Having a Visually Appealing Resume

Many international students don’t pay attention to their resume aesthetic, that is, the layout, spacing, font, or colours in their resume.

There are plenty of applications available for you to create your resume for free. You can also download a free resume template from our website here.

We make sure our resume templates stand out in terms of aesthetics, and they are visually appealing as well.

Before you submit any resume for any job application, make sure it follows the basic formatting standards.

In a standard Australian Resume, you do not need to include your photos or personal information; your culture, your religion, the country you come from, your gender, etc.

If you make your resume stand out visually, that would definitely give you an edge over other job applicants.

7. Providing Wrong Contact Information

This is one of the biggest sins you can commit on your resume, that is, providing wrong contact details on your resume.

It is very important to provide your contact details on the resume. Your contact details usually include:

• Your postal address
• Your phone number
• Your email address
• LinkedIn profile URL (optional)
• Your website (optional)

If any of the contact details you are providing on your resume is wrong or outdated, then it could mean that you might miss out on the job.

Imagine an employer picking up the phone to call you for an interview to only find out that the number is wrong, it might put them off contacting you as they might consider it a very negligent act on your part. 

So, make sure to check your contact details before submitting your resume for any job application. 

8. Not Providing Any Data or Statistics

Gone are the days when employers will accept any generic resumes for the job applications. 

These days you need to stand out among thousands of job applications.

Including specific numerical data or statistics or results you achieved in your previous jobs are going to make a clear statement about yourself as an applicant.

So let’s say you worked in the hospitality job as a supervisor, and you want to include some recognition from that job role in your resume.

In that case, you can use some specific quantified data or numbers like “I helped to increase the restaurant sales by 15% by introducing Instagram influencers into our social media strategy”.  

You can talk about statistics or numbers regarding customer satisfaction rates, sales, profit, cost savings, etc. 

9. Not Including Academic Achievements

It is quite fair to say that students who just completed their graduation recently will not have a ton of experience on their resume.

The good thing is that employers and recruiters know that too.

So while there might not be many work-related achievements on the resume, it is critical to include any academic achievements in the resume. Which is often underestimated by many students. 

Academic achievements could include:

• High grades
• Specific subject achievements
• Certificates of recognition from school or teachers
• Testimonials or reference letters from lecturers or tutors
• Group project achievements
• Other academic achievements

Summary

In the summary, we can conclude that doing any of the common student resume mistakes we discussed above could mean getting rejected for your job applications.

So, our suggestion is to pay attention to these mistakes, and before you submit your resume for any job application, proofread it and check that you are not making these mistakes.

Australia is one of the few countries that allows international students to work for 20 hours per week or 40 hours per fortnight while studying.. 

Working in any of these job roles means that you can easily earn decent money to cover some of your expenses as an international student in Australia.

In this article, we are going to discuss 7 high paying jobs in Australia for international students.

1. Security Jobs 

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As an international student, you can work as a security guard or as a security officer in Australia. 

To become a security officer, you will need a certification known as a “Certificate II in Security Operations.” It is a short course, and you could be paying anywhere from $150 to $250 to do this course. 

You can easily earn more than $25 per hour if you are working as a security guard in Australia. 

As a security guard, you can work in commercial spaces like shopping centers and supermarkets, and construction sites as well. 

You can also work as a security guard at events. If you work during the events, you can even earn more than $35 per hour. If you are working in the evenings or in the nights, you could also be getting more than $35 per hour for this job. 

2. Cleaning Jobs 

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As an international student, there is certainly a possibility of you working as a cleaner. 

As a cleaner, you are obviously required to clean different facilities. You can work in a variety of settings. You can work in commercial settings like offices or residential settings like private homes. 

Without a doubt, you can even run your own business in the cleaning industry. You can easily earn more than $25 per hour as a cleaner in Australia. And occasionally you can even charge more than that as well. 

For this specific job role no certification is required, you can get started with some training from your workplace and can start working as a cleaner right away. 

3. Construction Jobs 

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You can do construction jobs in different industries  like residential building constructions and commercial building constructions 

Some popular jobs in the construction industry among international students include construction cleaning and casual laborer. You don’t need to  have any special course for working in the jobs mentioned.

Just be mindful that if you are going to work in the construction industry, you will need to have at least “White card training” (construction induction training).

Read everything you need to know about White Card for international students in Australia

You need to complete this short course before you start working in the construction industry, and it will cost you anywhere from $150 to $250. 

You can use one of the links below to register: 

White card course for $175 here: 

• NSW: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1414 
• VIC: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1413 
• QLD: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1408 
• TAS: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1407 
• WA: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1406 

Working in the construction industry means you can easily earn more than $30 per hour.

Usually there is a physical work involved in these sorts of jobs, but many international students prefer to do these sorts of jobs these days because they are quite well paid. 

4. Specialised Hospitality Jobs

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 Specialised hospitality jobs means that you have some sort of special skills  to work in this industry. 

You can work as a waiter or waitress in this industry but these jobs doesn’t  require any specific training for that  but if you want to earn some extra money in the hospitality industry, it might be a good idea for you to do some specialized courses. 

For example, you can become a bartender in this industry and to become a bartender you would need an RSA course.  

Becoming a bartender means you can easily earn more than $25 to $30 per hour. And if you’re going to work in the evenings or late nights, you can even earn more money in that sort of job role.

RSA course for international students from $49 (online) here: 

• All Australia except NSW, VIC: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1403
• VIC RSA: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1412 
• NSW RSA: https://www.eot.edu.au/?pcid=1404 

To become a barista, you don’t need a specific course, although there are some short courses available for that as well., But there is no specific requirement that you must have a barista course in order to become a barista.. 

You can also become a cook, in that case you might need some certification and some training, also. These sorts of job roles can easily get you higher money or top dollars in the hospitality industry.

In current circumstances because of  shortage of staff in the market, many hospitality venues are paying top dollars for any of the job roles in this industry. So even if you’re getting some basic sort of job role as a kitchen hand or as a waiter, you can  expect to get more than $25 per hour.

5. Personal Trainers 

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As a personal trainer also known as PT.

As a personal trainer, you will be responsible for giving instructions and training to people for their health and well-being, and you can easily earn more than $35 per hour as a personal trainer. 

To become a personal trainer, you will need a certification. You will need at least Certificate IV in Personal Training to get started.

If you just want to work in existing gym facilities then you can do “Certificate III in Personal Training” only.

You can even become a yoga instructor if you have the right skill set and the right certification for it.

6. Dog Walkers or Pet Sitters 

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As people being so busy these days with their own life, there are plenty of jobs for people who can walk their dogs or their pets or can become a pet sitter for their pets. This is one of the popular jobs among international students these days.

There is no formal qualification required to become a dog walker. But having a qualifications like Certificate III in Dog Training and Behaviour or Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services can help in getting a job.

With this sort of job roles, you can easily earn more than $25 to $30 per hour for mostly walking around people’s pets and if you really love pets then this is the job for you. 

7. Delivery Drivers 

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We can divide delivery drivers into two categories: one who delivers food and the other ones who do courier work (non-food). 

Food delivery persons

Obviously there are plenty of food delivery platforms in Australia and you can sign up with any of these platforms and start delivering the food. You don’t need to have a car, motorbike or van in order to deliver food. You even can get started on a bike as well. 

You can become a delivery partner with food delivery services like Uber eats Obviously we can’t work out a specific hourly rate for these sorts of job roles as they vary from one city to another, , timing of the delivery and many other factors. 

But if you are delivering during peak times, you can certainly make some good dollars from these sorts of job roles.

You can learn more on how to sign up as Uber eats delivery partner here.

Courier delivery persons

The second category of delivery drivers is couriers  who usually deliver non-food items. You would need a car or motor van in order to become a courier  driver. 

In this job role, you would be mostly responsible for delivering parcels, posts, letters  etc. ou 

 can easily earn more than $25 to $30 per hour. 

In order to do a delivery using a car, motorbike or van, you would need a driving license, but there are no formal qualifications required for any of these delivery jobs. Overseas licenses are valid for certain times in certain states, so make sure to check those details in the state you are arriving in. 

So these are the top high paying jobs in Australia for International Students. Let us know which high paying job you are planning to do in Australia?

If you’re looking for a side gig with plenty of flexibility or additional income while in college, consider using the Uber app as an independent driver partner today.

Driving with the Uber app is an easy gig to pick up, as the sign up process is straightforward, as we’ll go over in the article below. You also have full liberty of how much and when you drive as a driver-partner, subject to applicable driving time limits.

Without wasting any time, let’s get started!

What you need to know about driving with the Uber app in Australia

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Before we begin the process of guiding you on signing up to use the Uber driver app, the following are a few things to keep in mind when deciding if this is the right fit for you:

• First and foremost, as an independent driver partner, you will be your own boss. You have the freedom to earn and drive based on your own schedule. Although being your own boss has its perks, this requires self-discipline if you have set out your own goals to achieve.
• You must meet all the current rideshare driver requirements of your state or territory in Australia. Generally speaking, this includes that you be 20 or older, meet applicable accreditation requirements, and have at least one year of licensed driving experience in any Australian state or territory under your belt (exceptions apply in certain states and territories). If you do not fulfil these requirements, you might want to consider alternatives, such as delivering for Uber Eats.

What is Uber?

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Uber is a ride request app which connects riders and drivers and is available in more than 900+ cities across 69 countries on 6 continents.

Driving with the Uber app has several perks

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If you’re wondering about the positives of driving with the Uber app, we’ve listed them below:

• Use the app’s 24/7 online support team to receive answers to your issues.
• Drive whenever you want, whenever it is convenient for you.
• Earnings are released on a weekly basis and can be withdrawn at any moment.
• Set up work schedules that aren’t rigid.
• Makeup and uniform are not required.

Infographics – Steps to Sign Up as a Driver Partner with Uber App

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Steps to Signing Up as a Driver Partner

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To get started on driving with the Uber app, you must first complete the signup process which is simple and easy to follow. This includes demonstrating that you meet the statutory qualification requirements that vary by city as per the local laws and regulations. Please refer to the driver guides for each state for more details.

1.    Meet requirements

Before signing up, ensure that you meet the following requirements to drive with the Uber app.

• Meet the minimum age requirements
• Have access to a vehicle that meets Uber’s vehicle requirements
• Hold a valid full driver’s license in your state or territory
• Have held a full driver’s license in any Australian state or territory for at least 12 months (exceptions apply in certain states and territories)
• Provide all the necessary documents required in your state or territory
• Be listed as an insured driver for the vehicle you plan to drive

If you don’t own a car or vehicle that meets Uber’s requirements, Uber can connect you to vehicle solutions providers who have special offers for driver-partners through Uber’s Marketplace. Refer to the city guides for vehicle requirements in each state:

• NSW: https://www.uber.com/au/en/drive/sydney/vehicle-requirements/
• VIC: https://www.uber.com/au/en/drive/melbourne/vehicle-requirements/
• QLD: https://www.uber.com/au/en/drive/brisbane/vehicle-requirements/
• WA: https://www.uber.com/au/en/drive/perth/vehicle-requirements/

2.    Sign up to drive with the Uber app

You can sign up to drive with the Uber app in Australia if you match the above requirements.

You’ll be asked some basic questions about yourself and your vehicle. You can complete this process in a few minutes.

3.     Upload your documents and get driver accreditation

After this, you will need to upload your documents, including your driver’s license. Once everything is in order, you can download the Uber driver app.

You will also need to obtain your Driver’s Accreditation. Government regulations require driver partners to hold the right driver accreditation, which you can learn about here. You can get this online and it will allow you to take trips with the Uber app.

4.    Background and VEVO checks

After starting the signup process, you’ll be required to pass a background check. Processes for driver-partner background checks vary by city. This process is done online through National Crime Check via the Uber website.

At the time of writing, background check costs around $36.45. Your criminal and driving records may be examined, depending on the state in which you live.

5.    Download the Uber Driver app

It can take Uber a few days to review your documents. In the meantime, you can download the Uber Driver app while you wait!

6. Get a vehicle inspection

You must next get a vehicle inspection to make sure that your vehicle is roadworthy.

Each city has its unique approach to a car inspection. You’ll get an email with your location details, but you can also find them on the Uber website.

Since your car will be checked for general safety issues like tyres, lights, and body damage, it’s nice to get them reviewed beforehand or do your safety checks.

And we are done!

These are the easy steps you must follow to start driving with the Uber app in Australia.

What are potential costs to be mindful of?

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There may be some expenses you need to keep in mind which we’ve listed below as you get started driving with the Uber app:

• Car Purchase/Loan/Rental Costs: If you don’t already have a vehicle, car purchase or rental costs will need to be factored in.
• Insurance: You must have mandatory third-party insurance and third-party property damage insurance that covers rideshare driving.
• Registration costs: If you own the car, you will need to pay a yearly car registration fee.
• Fuel Costs: Your fuel costs will depend on how many hours you drive and how fuel-efficient your car is. Uber’s rewards program Uber Pro offers fuel discounts that you can take advantage of.
• Car Maintenance: Cost of keeping a car in good condition, like replacing the tires and getting oil and filter changes. This is dependent on how old your car is, what kind it is, how often you use it, where you live, and how you drive it.

What is the best time to drive with the Uber app?

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In order to make the most of your time when driving with the Uber app, it might be better to pick peak hours in your local city or town. While this may differ across cities, peak hours are often around:

• Weekdays (Monday to Friday) 6 am to 9 am
• Weekdays (Monday to Friday) 4 pm to 8 pm
• Weekend (Saturday and Sunday): All day

Apart from peak hours, you can also focus on specific locations such as:

• Airport
• Inner city areas (e.g CBD)
• Events
• Tourist attractions

How much money could you make by driving with the Uber app?

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Since each driver’s earnings are distinct, estimating the average Australian Uber driver’s income may be difficult.

Average earnings may be significantly affected by several factors, including but not limited to number of trips, trip fares, time of day and location, and earnings are not guaranteed.

We recommend checking Uber’s earning calculator on their website to get a better estimate.

Is it worthwhile to drive with the Uber app in Australia?

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Although this is an entirely personal choice, if you are considering earning extra income or a side hustle that provides flexibility around your study schedule, then driving with the Uber app might be the right fit for you.

We discussed some factors above including costs, timings, and the perks of being your own boss and we hope those might help you decide if driving with the Uber app is the right fit for you.

We hope you found this article helpful, and all the best of luck if you decide to start driving with the Uber app!

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There is a minimum wage in Australia, which gets updated each year on 1st July.

Currently, the national minimum wage is $772.60 per week, for a 38 hour week, or $20.33 per hour.

As from 1st July 2022, the new minimum wage is $21.38 per hour or $812.60 per 38 hour week (before tax).

But apart from this standard national minimum wage, there is a separate minimum wage for each industry and job in Australia.

Unfortunately, many international students don’t know some of these laws and rules and they get exploited at work.

So went to Fair work Australia website, checked every possible award rates for the most popular part-time and casual jobs that our international student community do in Australia.

In this article, we are going to look at the current pay rates in Australia for some of the most popular casual & part-time jobs.

Before we look at the pay rates, here are few points to keep in mind:

• These rates are correct as on 30th August 2022.
• Although, these pay rates gets updated only once or twice a year but If you want the updated rates, please check Fairwork Australia.
• These rates are for the lowest grade of employment
• All these rates are for the employees aged above 21 years of age.
• These rates does not include any penalty, public holidays, night or other over-time rates.
• Some of the positions has been selected for specific industries but these positions could be available in other industries under different award rate, so please make sure to check your award rate as per your agreement with your employer.

Fast food cashier pay rate

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Under Fast Food Industry Award (MA000003), Level 1 fast food cashiers are paid $23.38 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) and $29.23 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for the businesses in the fast food industry who prepare, serve, sell, and deliver fast food for takeout or consumption in food courts, shopping malls, or retail complexes.

Security guard pay rate

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Under the Security Services Industry Award (MA000016), Level 1 security officers are paid $23.89 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) and $29.86 per hour (for casuals).

The Security Award covers security services employers and their staff members who fall under the award’s categories. This includes labour hiring and group training companies, as well as the staff members who are hired by and put with a company that provides security services.

Cleaner pay rate

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Under the Cleaning Services Award (MA000022), Level 1 cleaners are paid $22.76 per hour (for full-time), $26.17 per hour (for part-time) and $28.45 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for the businesses in the contract cleaning services industry and their employees who come under this award’s job classifications.

Food and beverage attendant pay rate

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Under the Restaurant Industry Award (MA000119), Level 1 food and beverage attendants are paid $20.92 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) and $26.15 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for the businesses in the restaurant industry and their employees that mainly sell food that are consumed at the premises including restaurants, catering by restaurant, cafes, night clubs, tea rooms, roadhouses, etc.

Aged care worker pay rate

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Under the Aged Care Award (MA000018), Level 1 aged care workers are paid $22.67 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) $28.34 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for the businesses and employees in the aged care industry that provides accommodation and care services in the hostels, nursing homes, aged care independent living units, aged care services apartments, garden settlements, retirement villages and any other residential accommodation facility.

Event staff pay rate

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Under the Amusement, Events and Recreation Award (MA000080), Introductory level are $21.38 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) $26.73 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for the businesses in the amusement, events and recreation industry and their employees who fit within the classifications of the award.

General Labourer pay rate

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Under the Building and Construction General On-site Award (MA000020), Level 1 (CW/ECW 1) (level a) General Labourer working in Construction industry are paid $24.36 (daily rate)

This Award is for the businesses in the building and construction industry and their employees who fit within the classifications of the award including general building and construction, civil construction and metal and engineering construction.

Retail assistant pay rate

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Under the General Retail Industry Award (MA000004), Level 1 retail assistants are paid $23.38 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) $29.23 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for the businesses involved in the retail sale or rental of goods or services for domestic, commercial, or industrial use; however, it excludes some businesses that are covered by other awards, such as pharmacies, independent butcher shops, nurseries, motor vehicles, fuel, and parts.

Removalist pay rate

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Under the Road Transport and Distribution Award (MA000038), Grade 1 employees are paid $22.59 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) $28.23 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for the businesses in the road transport and distribution industry and their employees who fit within the classifications of the award.

Receptionist pay rate

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Under the Clerks – Private Sector Award (MA000002), Level 1 employees are paid $22.67 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) $28.34 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for the employees who mainly carry out clerical and administrative work and their employers in the private sector.

Bonus

Hairdressers pay rate

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Under the Hair and Beauty Award (MA000005), Level 3 hair and beauty staff are paid $24.76 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) and $30.95 per hour (for casuals).

This award is for the businesses in the hair and beauty sector, including independent hairdressers and businesses that offer services like manicures, body hair removal, or makeup application.

If you are unsure about your pay rate and would like to check it, here is a step-by-step guide on how to check your pay rate correctly in Australia:

Students have a unique relationship with money. You know that by concentrating on your studies you’ll eventually be able to earn a good living, but in the meantime you find yourself in a state of financial purgatory, looking to simply get by while completing your studies.

With a career beckoning in the near future, the work you do in the interim tends to be casual.

The team at Student Job Board are experts at connecting students with casual work, which is why we’ve teamed up with them to bring you a rundown of the best casual jobs down under.

What are the best casual jobs for students in Australia?

1.Hospitality

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Working at a pub, bar or restaurant is almost a rite of passage for students in Australia. The hospitality industry relies heavily on the country’s student population on both sides of the bar!

Minimal training is needed to work as a bartender, barista, waiter or kitchen hand, and these hospitality jobs offer the sort of flexible work hours ideal for scheduling around your studies.

2.Tutoring

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Are you a seasoned student with an impressive academic record? Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge with others? If the answers are yes and yes, tutoring might be for you!

Tutoring allows you to more or less set your own hours, and if you are capable of teaching specialised or high-demand material, you can charge a rather nice rate for the pleasure.

Private tutoring can also be offered over the internet, increasing the pool of students you teach and making it the most flexible of earning options.

3.Admin/ data entry

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Let’s face it – the words ‘admin’ and ‘data entry’ aren’t the most exciting in the English language. That said, these words represent widely available, well-paid work that can offer a student valuable insight into the world of business or their field of study.

If you have good computer skills and an eye for detail this work can prove to be a nice money spinner, and could even be completed remotely. Some data entry work is paid at a piece rate rather than an hourly rate, so speed and accuracy are critical.

4.Social media management

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You might be a highly skilled professional without even knowing it. If you’re part of the current university population, chances are you’re also part of the first generation that only knows aworld with social media.

Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok might be second nature to you, but the same can’t be said for those who are a little older. This means social media and digital marketing jobs can represent a huge opportunity for university students in Australia, as brands attempt to grab the attention of you and your peers.

5.Casual labour

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Are you physically fit? Do you like to work with your hands? Casual labour is in constant demand in Australia, with tradespeople, local governments, construction companies and
farmers needing a steady supply of help.

The emergence of the gig economy has also opened up a world of opportunities for students who aren’t afraid of hard work, as you can offer up your services on a marketplace and spend your spare time mowing lawns, moving furniture or offering handyman services.

6.Cleaning

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Over the past couple of years, as the world has become far more aware of the importance of sanitation, cleaning is one of those rare industries that has seen an explosion of work. Because cleaning is often tackled after hours, you can fit this work around your studies while enjoying a healthy penalty rate!

There can also be a sense of accomplishment that comes with cleaning – it’s one of those jobs where you can see the impact of your work and get real satisfaction from it.

7.Writing/ editing

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Have you ever stopped to think how the entire internet – including what you’re looking at right now – has to be written and edited? If you’re someone who loves the written word, you could get paid to contribute your own content to the World Wide Web!

With every self-respecting brand now selling through a website, publishing a blog, posting on social media and sending out marketing emails, the opportunities for writing work have never been greater!

8.Pet care

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When you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life. If that love is for animals, why not get paid for hanging out with them? Pets need to be walked, groomed, fed and generally taken care of, and offering any one of these services can prove incredibly fulfilling work, in terms of both your heart and your wallet.

9.Babysitting

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Perhaps you love little critters that are decidedly less furry, in which case childcare might be the casual job for you! If you boast years of experience guiding younger siblings through life or have a history of helping friends and family with their kids, babysitting can be a nice earner that might not feel like work at all.

This job will mostly take place over weekends and during that awkward late afternoon gap between the end of the school day and the workday, which is where your flexible university timetable comes in.

The hourly rate generally hovers around minimum wage, though you can command a higher number depending on the nature and timing of the work.

10. Film extra

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Why watch TV when you could be on TV? If you’re a born performer, getting a gig as an extra can be a fascinating, exciting and surprisingly profitable move. While you won’t be the star of the show – in fact, it’s usually your job to be the opposite – you will gain insight into the inner workings of the entertainment industry and get paid to be on screen.

The well-established Australian screen industry is in constant need of extras, though you should be aware that this work often comes up at short notice, and can involve long days of filming; though that may not matter to those with stars in their eyes!

As a uni student looking for work, you should feel a real sense of freedom. You can treat your university years as a time to experiment with work – to try different things and see what you like, to gather experience and experiences, and to have fun earning that bit of extra cash. By taking on any one of the jobs mentioned above, you’ll be able to do all that and more.

About Student Job Board

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Student Job Board is Australia’s dedicated job site for university students. Specialising in casual, part-time and holiday work, Student Job Board offers a wide variety of job types across many sectors. We can help you find employment that is not only flexible for your studies but is also complimentary to your chosen career path.

Visit www.studentjobboard.com.au