Jobs That Pay $40/hr in Perth
Looking for $40+ per hour? Construction and trades offer dozens of roles at this rate — many without requiring a university degree or years of experience.
$40-$50/hr Roles
Experienced labourers with tickets (EWP + forklift): $38-$45/hr. Trade assistants: $38-$45/hr. Traffic controllers (night shift): $40-$48/hr. Concreters: $40-$55/hr. Painters (commercial): $40-$50/hr. Casual construction workers (25% loading): $38-$48/hr.
$50-$70/hr Roles
Licensed electricians: $45-$55/hr. Licensed plumbers: $42-$55/hr. Carpenters (commercial): $45-$55/hr. Crane operators: $55-$80/hr. Steel fixers: $45-$58/hr. Bricklayers: $50-$65/hr.
How to Get There
Start with a White Card and labourer role. Add EWP and forklift tickets within first month. Progress to trade apprenticeship or specialist operator role. Within 1-2 years you are earning $40-$55/hr.