20 Part-Time Jobs That Pay Well

Updated 31 July 2023

You have several options when deciding which part-time job is right for you. Many part-time positions have the potential to earn well above minimum wage. While the jobs listed below are almost always hourly, shift-based or self-scheduled, there are many other positions that you can make part-time by speaking with your manager or prospective manager.

There are also many traditional full-time positions that employers might be looking to fill part-time. You can find these jobs by filtering by part-time on the left-hand side of Indeed.com search results.

Salary figures reflect data listed on the quoted websites at time of writing. Salaries may vary depending on the hiring organization and a candidate’s experience, academic background and location.

High-earning part-time jobs

Here are 20 part-time jobs in Australia that pay well.

1. Bartender

Average Salary: $25.75 per hour

Duties: Deliver a high level of customer service and maintain a safe environment. Keep the bar area clean and maintain an accurate till. Have a good understanding of how to make popular cocktails and drinks for customers.

Requirements: Responsible Service of Alcohol certification. If you work in a pub with poker machines, you will also need to get a Responsible Service of Gambling certification.

2. Bank Teller

Average Salary: $388 per day

Duties: Greet customers when they arrive and direct them to the appropriate desk. Process deposits, withdrawals and other banking transactions for a high volume of customers.

Requirements: Basic math skills. Optionally, you can obtain a certificate in banking or financial services, or obtain a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

3. Tour Guide

Average Salary: $29.49 per hour

Duties: Show clients specific focus points as outlined by the tour company. Maintain an outstanding customer experience for tourists with a positive, enthusiastic attitude. Answer questions related to the tour sites or the city.

Requirements: Some tour guide jobs require you to drive a bus or other specialty vehicle. If so, you will need the appropriate licence.

4. Driver

Average Salary: $30.40 per hour

Duties: Drive passengers, food, supplies or deliveries to and from different locations. Provide excellent customer service to ensure passengers are comfortable and/or items are undamaged. Drive safely, keep a clean vehicle and find the most efficient routes.

Requirements: Have a reliable form of transportation, an unrestricted and valid driver’s licence and a clean driving history.

5. Phlebotomist

Average Salary: $32.01 per hour

Duties: Perform blood draws on patients for various medical tests. Label vials with correct patient information. Provide a positive experience by selecting the best collection method depending on the patient’s needs.

Requirements: Certificate in Pathology Collections.

6. Bus Driver

Average Salary: $29.71 per hour

Duties: Safely transport passengers to and from their location in a safe and timely manner. Create a safe environment by maintaining rules of conduct and handling emergencies. If you are driving a bus for public transportation, ensure passengers are paying the fare before they get on.

Requirements: Have an unrestricted driver’s licence for at least 12 months and within the last 24, a clean driving history and obtain other authorisation and clearances depending on your state.

7. Nanny

Average Salary: $27.94 per hour

Duties: Provide childcare within a designated time frame. Responsible for feeding, bathing and putting children down for naps. Also organise activities, help with homework, oversee playtime and may be tasked with driving children to and from school or extracurricular activities.

Requirements: Experience caring for children and sometimes a valid driver’s licence. In most cases, the ability to pass a background and drug test as well as obtaining a Working with Children clearance may be needed.

8. Nursing Assistant

Average Salary: $65,374 per year

Duties: Assist patients in their daily activities under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse. Duties can include bathing, feeding, clothing and transporting patients as well as engaging in housekeeping duties to ensure patients’ quarters are clean.

Requirements: Certificate in Health Services or higher. First aid certification also required.

9. Bookkeeper

Average Salary: $62,072 per year

Duties: Bookkeepers can work for a company or set their own schedules by maintaining their own client base. They are responsible for balancing and maintaining accurate ledgers. Bookkeepers coordinate bank deposits and report financial results on a regular basis.

Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field.

10. Brand Ambassador

Average Salary: $28.60 per year

Duties: Embody professionalism and brand personality as an interactive, customer-facing representative. Distribute marketing materials like samples, flyers or coupons. Answer questions about the brand or product and inform customers about upcoming specials or events.

Requirements: High school education or equivalent preferred.

11. Makeup Artist

Average Salary: $78.79 per hour

Duties: Duties can vary based on the position and industry. If working inside a retail store, duties can include selling and applying cosmetics and answering customer questions. If working inside a salon, duties include applying makeup and skincare for customers. If working on a movie or TV set, duties include creating custom looks for an actor’s particular role.

Requirements: Beauty therapy diploma or certification preferred.

12. Personal Trainer

Average Salary: $41.67 per hour

Duties: Assume the responsibility of training clients interested in increasing their fitness levels, losing weight or entering competitions. Provide clients with safe, reasonable exercises that they can perform in the gym and at home. Assess client goals and create training plans.

Requirements: Certificate in fitness, and in some cases first aid certification is needed as well.

13. Electrician

Average Salary: $42.92 per hour

Duties: Install, maintain and repair electrical and mechanical appliances. Conduct routine maintenance and safety checks to ensure electrical systems are up to code and not hazardous. Implement new electrical systems and ensure they are working correctly.

Requirements: Certification in Electrotechnology, an electrical apprenticeship and an Electrician’s Licence are required. In some cases, a valid driver’s licence may also be needed.

14. Freelancer Writer

Average Salary: $38.69 per hour

Duties: Write and edit copy for books, blogs, scripts, websites, biographies, emails and more. Conduct thorough research to obtain factual and authentic information. Responsible for building their own client base and handling all payments.

Requirements: Excellent grammar and writing skills are essential. A bachelor’s degree in journalism or communication is often necessary as well.

15. Barista

Average Salary: $24.92 per hour

Duties: Interact and communicate with customers. Take down their coffee or tea orders and ensure it is made in a timely manner and to their specifications. Provide great customer experience by answering any questions about the menu, the coffee beans and types of milk, flavours and tea available.

Requirements: If the café also serves alcohol, a Responsible Service of Alcohol certification is required.

16. Tutor

Average Salary: $31.68 per hour

Duties: Ask students about difficult topics or subject areas and set improvement goals. Review recent homework assignments and tests to work through problems the student did not answer correctly. Communicate with parents/guardians about trouble areas or any other issue that requires attention.

Requirements: High school education, often a bachelor’s degree as well. In most cases, the ability to pass a background check as well as obtaining a Working with Children clearance may be needed.

17. Massage Therapist

Average Salary: $45.51 per hour

Duties: Provide 30- to 90-minute massages for clients based on needs, complaints or problem areas. Help clients choose the type of massage that would benefit them most. Listen to clients and adjust technique to meet their needs.

Requirements: Diploma or certificate in massage therapy, first aid certification, membership of an Australian massage association and, in most cases, insurance.

18. Casual Teacher

Average Salary: $62.41 per hour

Duties: Provide relevant and educationally appropriate activities for students that is aligned with their permanent teacher’s lesson. Ensure students are being educationally challenged and are keeping up with their homework. Help to foster a positive and safe learning environment.

Requirements: Accreditations and clearances differ from state to state.

19. Library Assistant

Average Salary: $29.32 per hour

Duties: Assist the librarian with everyday duties such as lending and organising books, movies, magazines and other materials visitors can borrow. Assist with any events and activities happening at the library. Answer visitor questions and often help them find particular books, movies, magazines, etc.

Requirements: Relevant certification or experience may be required.

20. Security Guard

Average Salary: $27.70 per hour

Duties: Ensure the security and safety of the workers in the premises as well as visitors or customers. Have the ability to immediately and appropriately respond to any emergencies or dangerous situations on the premise.

Requirements: Hold a valid security licence from your state. In most cases, Responsible Service of Alcohol and First Aid certifications are also required.

Getting a part-time job provides flexibility to spend time with family or pursue other passions or sources of income. While these jobs are high-paying options for those in search of a part-time position, there are many others that might be a good fit for you.