Occupation

821132 Builder's Labourer

Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
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Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
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First release

821132 Builder's Labourer

Performs routine tasks in preparing, erecting and repairing structures and facilities on building and construction sites, and in factories producing prefabricated building components.

Demolition Labourers and Pipe Layers are excluded from this occupation. Demolition Labourers are included in Occupation 821134 Demolition Labourer. Pipe Layers are included in Occupation 821632 Pipe Layer.

Alternative titles

  • Construction Labourer
  • Construction Worker

Specialisations

  • Bricklayer's Assistant
  • Carpenter's Assistant

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Assists with the preparation of building sites, including clearing debris and setting up barricades and scaffolding
  • Carries and lifts materials and tools to and from work areas and around building sites
  • Operates hand and power tools, such as drills, saws and hammers, to assist with the assembly and installation of prefabricated or structural building components
  • Cleans building and construction sites, and maintains tools and equipment