Construction Labourer Courses
Construction Labourers assist on-site by preparing areas, loading materials, and performing manual tasks, requiring physical fitness and teamwork.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Construction Labourer
Get qualified to work as a Construction Labourer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
HLTWHS005
Duration
Half day - 4 days
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely provides the skills and knowledge necessary for employees to perform safe handling practices in the healthcare industry. Poor manual handling is a common cause of injury, making it crucial for all healthcare workers to learn safe transfer techniques. This course covers recognising hazardous manual tasks, preparing for them, and completing them safely. It is applicable to all workers involved in manual handling tasks.
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Duration
Half day - 4 days
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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CPC20220
Duration
2 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways prepares you for work in the construction industry and gives you head start if you want to find a trade apprenticeship. You’ll learn how to read and interpret plans, take accurate measurements, and work safely on a building site — then choose electives that support a career in bricklaying, carpentry, joinery, plastering, tiling, or stonemasonry.
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Duration
2 weeks - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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CPC10120
Duration
5 days - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
Get a real start in the construction industry with the CPC10120 Certificate I in Construction. It’s a hands-on qualification — completed over 11 weeks at a state-of-the-art training facility — that prepares you for a trade apprenticeship. You’ll graduate job-ready and knowing how to undertake a basic construction project, work safely, handle construction materials, use essential tools and equipment PLUS the skills to interpret plans and specifications.
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Duration
5 days - 24 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
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RIIWHS205E
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Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
Get your Traffic Control Licence with the nationally recognised short course RIIWHS205E - Control Traffic with Stop-Slow Bat. This training is an approved traffic controller training course in some Australian states and will teach you how to control vehicle and pedestrian traffic using stop-slow bats, hand signals, and approved communication devices. Competencies include: wearing correct PPE and high-vis clothing, following work instructions and site procedures, using communication devices and electronic ...
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How much does a Construction Labourer earn?
In Australia, a full time Construction Labourer generally earns $1,300 per week ($67,548 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Construction Labourer?
There’s been a big increase in the number of Construction Labourers in Australia over the last five years. There are currently 38,200 Construction Labourers in Australia, compared to 34,000 five years ago. Construction Labourers can find work in all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Construction Labourer?
If you’re thinking of becoming a Construction Labourer you could consider enrolling in a Certificate I or II in Construction. These courses will introduce you to basic construction skills and ensure you can work safely on a building site. You’ll become familiar with a range of construction tools and materials. You might also consider a Certificate II in Construction Pathways./p>
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A Construction Labourer works on a building site to assist builders and tradespeople to complete a construction project. Your job will vary depending on the project but you might have to get a work site ready by clearing rubbish and debris or getting necessary equipment into position. You’ll spend time loading and unloading construction materials and you might have to perform tasks like digging a trench or mixing concrete. You may have to operate machinery or do other work as instructed by your team.
A Construction Labourer is a very physically demanding role. You’ll need to be fit and capable of all sorts of manual labour and heavy lifting. You’ll spend a lot of time outdoors and will need to travel regularly to different job sites. It’s important you can work as part of a team and follow instructions closely.
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