2024 national temporary migrant work survey · ← Industry overview
Further data
The full set of charts behind the industry findings — how the migrant workforce is made up, what they're paid, how they're engaged, and how transparently they're paid, broken down by sector.
01 — Demographics
Who works in each industry
A snapshot of the migrant workforce surveyed across major industries — visa type, gender, location, nationality, year of arrival and union membership.
02 — Wages
Wages and underpayment
Hourly wages received in workers' lowest-paid jobs, and how far those fall below legal entitlements.
03 — Structure
Employment structure & hours
How migrant workers are engaged — ABN, casual or permanent — and the prevalence of night and weekend work.
04 — Compliance
Payment practices & compliance
How — and how transparently — migrant workers are paid: superannuation, cash payment, payslips, penalty rates and unauthorised deductions.
Looking for a single sector?
Open any industry for its full profile — underpayment, structure, pay practices and after-hours conditions.
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