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Tourism, hospitality, stations and mango farms. Tourism and hospitality work in northern Australia can count towards a second or third year visa.
Why hire working holiday makers in Darwin and the Top End
Travellers in Darwin and the Top End now
Working holiday makers on TAW are already in Australia, many of them in or heading to Darwin and the Top End.
Flexible and ready
Travellers can usually start this week and are happy with casual, seasonal and full-time work.
Free to post
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CV with every application
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Popular roles in Darwin and the Top End
Dry season (May to October) for tourism. Mango season from September to November.
Eligible work here can count towards a second or third year visa, so travellers actively look for these jobs.
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Hiring working holiday makers: the basics
- Working holiday makers hold a 417 or 462 visa and can work in any job.
- Most can work up to 6 months with one employer. Some regional industries allow longer. See Home Affairs.
- Pay award wages and super, the same as any worker. See the Fair Work Ombudsman pay guides.
- Register with the ATO as a working holiday maker employer to withhold tax at the right rate.
Questions employers ask
Is it free to post a job?
Yes. Posting a job on Travellers At Work is free. Your ad goes in front of working holiday makers who are already in Australia and ready to start.
Can working holiday makers work for me full time?
Yes. Working holiday makers on 417 and 462 visas can work full time. Most can work up to 6 months with one employer, and some regional industries allow longer. Check the current rules on the Home Affairs website.
What do I need to pay them?
The same award wages and conditions as any other worker in Australia, plus super. The Fair Work Ombudsman has pay guides for every industry.
Do I need to register with the ATO?
Yes. Register as a working holiday maker employer with the ATO so you can withhold tax at the working holiday maker rate.
How do applications reach me?
Applicants apply on TAW and every application comes to your email with their CV attached. You can also see them all in your employer dashboard.
Does work in Darwin and the Top End count for a second year visa?
Specified work in regional postcodes, such as farm work, and tourism and hospitality in northern Australia, can count towards a second or third year visa. This is a big reason travellers look for regional jobs. Check the postcode on the Home Affairs specified work page.
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