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What this job is
A paving and surfacing labourer assists qualified tradespeople in the construction and maintenance of paved surfaces, including roads, carparks, driveways, and pathways. The role involves preparing ground, mixing and laying materials such as asphalt, concrete, or pavers, and finishing surfaces to specification. Work is carried out on building and civil construction sites, often in teams under the supervision of paving contractors or leading hands.
Pay
A$1,383 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Active Listeningcore
- Adaptability and Flexibilitycore
- Attention to Detailcore
- Incident Reportingcore
- Policy and Procedure Adherencecore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Quality Assurance and Checkingcore
- Risk Identificationcore
- Team Collaborationcore
- Time Management and Prioritisationcore
- Verbal Communicationcore
- Workload Self-Managementcore
- Basic Arithmetic and Numerical Accuracy
- Continuous Learning and Upskilling
- Delivery Scheduling
- Multitasking
- Regulatory and Legislative Awareness
- Supplier Communication