Overview
Labourer Jobs in Townsville, QLD 2025 – Hands-On Civil & Construction Gigs with Elite Resource Australia
Job Title: Labourer – General Site Support & Trades Assistance Location: Townsville, Northern QLD, Australia (Local sites + surrounding areas) Job ID: Varies (Apply via Elite Resource SEEK Portal) Contract: Casual/Vacation (Ongoing potential with full-time pathways) Salary: $35–$50 per hour + penalties/OT (up to $90K+ annually with shifts) Visa/Work Permit: Right to work in Australia required; TSS 482 sponsorship possible for skilled shortages in civil/labour roles
Ignite Your 2025 Career in Townsville’s Booming Construction Scene: Earn $35+/Hour with Coastal Vibes & Growth
Craving reliable, high-paying labour gigs in sunny North Queensland? Elite Resource Australia – a trusted labour hire specialist with 20+ years in trades and civil – is ramping up hires for Townsville’s infrastructure surge.
Tackle diverse sites from civil projects to landscaping, assisting pros with tools and ops. With Townsville’s economy growing 8% in 2025 via mining, renewables, and urban builds, this casual role offers steady hours, skill-building, and a laid-back tropical lifestyle – beaches, markets, and median rents at $450/week.
What You’ll Do Daily
- Handle general labour: Site clean-up, material loading/unloading, and setup
- Assist tradespeople and operators with hands-on support
- Operate hand/power tools safely for tasks like digging, compacting, or basic installs
- Contribute to team ops, ensuring sites run smoothly and safely
- Adapt to varied projects – civil, warehouse, or outdoor maintenance
Essential Requirements for 2025 Hires
- Physically fit with stamina for outdoor/manual work
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and team-player vibe
- Construction White Card (mandatory for site access)
- Right to work in Australia (citizenship/PR/valid visa)
- Basic skills in general labour or power tools (experience a plus)
- Own transport for site travel (some roles FIFO-eligible)
Preferred Skills for Top Shifts
- Forklift, EWP, or HR licence (tickets boost rates to $45+)
- Civil/construction background (e.g., concreting, landscaping)
- Availability for 10-hour days, Mon-Fri (weekends optional for OT)
What Elite Resource Offers in 2025
- $35–$50/hour base + super (11.5%) + penalties, exceeding QLD labourer average of $34/hour – potential $90K+ with OT
- Casual flexibility: Weekly hours, immediate starts, and full-time conversion in 3-6 months
- Upskilling: Free tickets/training (e.g., White Card refreshers, power tool certs) via partners
- Perks: Supportive crews, EAP counseling, retail discounts, and progression to leading hand
- Townsville perks: Local projects near Magnetic Island, with weatherproof roles in QLD’s resilient sectors
- Eco/impact focus: Many gigs in sustainable civil works like parks and infrastructure
Key 2025 Projects in Townsville & North QLD
- Civil expansions: Asphalt/roadworks with tier-1 firms, starting Q1
- Landscaping/maintenance: Parks and gardens for community upgrades
- Warehouse/civil hybrids: Short/long-term via AWX and Protech tie-ins
