General Labourer

DCOH; Darwin; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

DCOH is seeking a Darwin‑based General Labourer to provide hands‑on support across construction activities, assisting with site operations, material handling, housekeeping and labouring duties on active projects. Ideal candidates hold a White Card, are reliable, punctual and able to follow instructions, with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

You will work safely as part of a team, assisting trades, supervisors and site personnel to achieve on‑time project delivery.

Qualifications

• Current Construction Induction Card (White Card) is required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general labouring duties across active construction sites.
• Support trades and supervisors with day‑to‑day construction activities.
• Load, unload and move materials, tools and equipment as required.
• Maintain clean, safe and organised work areas.
• Assist with site set‑up, housekeeping and general maintenance tasks.
• Follow instructions to support efficient project delivery.
• Attend site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Comply with all site safety requirements, procedures and policies.
• Report hazards, incidents and unsafe conditions promptly.
• Assist with receiving, handling and storing site materials and deliveries.
• Work collaboratively with trades, supervisors and site personnel.
• Raise site concerns or issues with supervisors when required.
• Follow safe work practices and remain alert to potential site risks.
• Contribute positively to team culture and site productivity.
• Support the successful delivery of construction works through reliable day‑to‑day assistance.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Punctuality

Communication

Manual handling

Physical fitness

Education

White Card

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors.

We have a strong track record delivering complex projects, including award winning work such as the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, recognised with a 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence.

With operations in both the Northern Territory and Victoria, we deliver high quality projects with a clear focus on buildability, programme certainty and strong on‑site execution.

Driven by a commitment to Building Better, DCOH combines experience, innovation and disciplined execution creating lasting value for our clients, partners and the communities we serve.

WHO YOU ARE

This Darwin‑based General Labourer role provides hands‑on support across DCOH’s construction activities, assisting with site operations, material handling, housekeeping and labouring duties.

• Current Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Previous construction, labouring or site‑based experience is advantageous
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking approach to work
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and co‑workers
• Good awareness of safe manual handling practices
• Physical fitness and ability to undertake manual labouring activities
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced construction environment

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assist with general labouring duties across active construction sites
• Support trades and supervisors with day‑to‑day construction activities
• Load, unload and move materials, tools and equipment as required
• Maintain clean, safe and organised work areas
• Assist with site set‑up, housekeeping and general maintenance tasks
• Follow instructions to support efficient project delivery
• Attend site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings
• Comply with all site safety requirements, procedures and policies
• Report hazards, incidents and unsafe conditions promptly
• Assist with receiving, handling and storing site materials and deliveries
• Work collaboratively with trades, supervisors and site personnel
• Raise site concerns or issues with supervisors when required
• Follow safe work practices and remain alert to potential site risks
• Contribute positively to team culture and site productivity
• Support the successful delivery of construction works through reliable day‑to‑day assistance