Absolute Darwin Jobs

What's Not Included

Why work in the Northern Territory?

Darwin and the Northern Territory is THE up-and-coming location in which to find paid work in Australia. With a wealth of varied job opportunities to apply for and some of the best wage rates in Australia, plus the chance to head off the well-known paid work and tourist trail, this job package is one hot employment ticket! 

Meet fellow travellers and find work in a huge variety of industries, all whilst living in this breathtaking landscape! During your free time, you’ll explore the natural beauty of Darwin and the stunning surrounding area. Experience up-close wildlife encounters, swim with crocodiles and adventure lushious national parks, dipping in waterfall pools and trekking bush walks through the rainforest. The Northern Territory offers some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world, along with an unbeatable chilled-out atmosphere!

Start your adventure hassle free as we organise the first 7 nights of accommodation, located in the centre of Darwin so you’re close to all the action. Settle in and start looking for your first amazing job, with expert support from our local team. 

You will receive: 

• Support from the local team for up to 12 months 
• 7 nights accommodation 
• Assistance finding work in industries such as hospitality, construction, trade, farm work and admin roles 
• Australian bank account
• Optus sim card
• Tax file number 
• Free mail holdings
• Travel discounts
• Free breakfast
• Selected free dinners
• Free use of study rooms
• Free wifi and use of computers
• Student floor only rooms 

You will receive 7 nights’ accommodation during the first week. You will stay in a centrally located hostel, including a free breakfast every day,  whilst you settle into your new life Down Under. 

What do I do about accommodation after the first week?

After the first week, most of our travellers choose to rent an apartment, often sharing with the new friends they have made in the first week. The jobs team in Darwin will be able to advise you of suitable accommodation options in The Northern Territory. You can expect to pay around £150 per week on average for rent in Australia. The minimum contract is normally 3 months but some agencies will ask you to commit to six months. Alternatively you can extend your stay in a hostel, which offers cheaper rates for those that want a long term stay. You can often walk in and get a room that day but we recommend that you make a reservation the night before. Depending on where you stay, you can expect to pay around £140- £175 per week in a hostel.

Please note that when you are working in Australia, you will earn more than enough to cover any living expenses such as rent, food and bills. If you would like any more information about costs and accommodation please speak to your travel advisor for more details.

Arrival Information:

You will need to arrange your flights to arrive into Darwin International Airport on your start date. An airport transfer is not included and you will need to make your own way to the starting accommodation.

Age & Eligibility:

British citizens aged between 18-35 (inclusive) are eligible for Working Holiday Visa. You can apply through us by selecting "+ Visa" in the dropdown menu when booking, or you can arrange your visa yourself. 

To be eligible for a visa, you’ll need to meet the following requirements:

• Hold a passport issued by an eligible country or region*
• Be aged 18-35 (inclusive) at the time of applying*
• Not be accompanied by dependent children at any time during your stay in Australia
• Meet health, character and financial requirements
• Have not previously entered Australia on a Working Holiday visa (unless applying for a second or third year visa)
• Be outside Australia when you apply and when visa is granted
• Apply within 12 months of intended travel to Australia.
• Have sufficient funds to cover your expected living/trip costs during your stay
• Have funds for a return or onward ticket to depart Australia (or an actual ticket)
• Have health insurance

Please note: If you have a criminal record, you are still able to apply for a Working Holiday Visa yourself, but we will not be able to process your visa for you.

*Certain other nationalities are also eligible for this visa, although some countries the age limit is 30 years old. For full details please see our Australian Working Holiday Visa page.

Second and Third Year Visas

Due to the free trade agreement between the UK and Australia, British citizens can apply for up to 3 working holiday visas without the need to do rural/farm work to be eligible. This allows British citizens to stay in Australia for up to 3 years in total. Each visa is granted separately and is valid for 1 year. Second and third year visas can be done consecutively, but they don't need to be. As long as you meet the standard age and eligibility requirements you can apply at any time, either from Australia or abroad. Gap 360 can help you apply for the first year visa, but you will need to apply directly for any second or third year visas yourself once you have started your first year visa in Australia.

For more information, check out our Ultimate Guide to the Working Holiday Visa Australia.

Visa rules and regulations are subject to change. Please check the relevant embassy websites for up to date information.

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