Tradie/construction jobs such as mason, carpenter, plumber, painter, roofer, electrician, etc.
Construction is a thriving sector in Australia and special skills are very much appreciated! It is a great opportunity to get a good salary, to find work easily and to work outdoors. If you do not really have any experience but are good with your hands, don’t hesitate to try your luck! Although in general, you will need some certifications to be able to work in that field. Salary: about AU$19 to 40 per hour, or even more! Salaries can be huge in the Outback !
Working as an au pair
Working as an au pair means living in a family where you’ll help by taking care of the children, but also by cleaning and cooking. You are lodged and fed, which saves you from spending your savings. The pay you get often depends on the means of the family you are living with. This is a good way to immerse yourself in the lives of Australians and speak English.
Other jobs : Babysitting, language classes, flyers distribution, car washing, telemarketing, cleaning, gardening, events, etc.
There are a multitude of other small jobs easily accessible to foreigners, working holiday makers and backpackers! Be creative and look everywhere, especially where other foreigners haven’t looked! You can also find work in areas such as IT, finance, data processing, the medical field, etc. However, you will need specific qualifications and a very good level of English. Some trades will also ask you to pass an Australian qualifications recognition certificate. This is worth the effort for those with special skills / diplomas and it’s a great opportunity to be able to work in your field of predilection!