Working in Australia from Japan on a Work and Holiday (subclass 462)

Joaquín’s 408 PALM application was approved in Manila on a Wednesday. By the following Monday he’d been matched with a Mareeba mango farm and was packing for the wet season.

If you’re in Japan and you’ve got — or are about to get — a Work and Holiday (subclass 462), this page tells you exactly what work rights you have, what kind of jobs are open to you in Australia right now, and how to start applying before you fly.

Live Work and Holiday (subclass 462) jobs you can apply for from Japan

• Bee-keeping Assistant — Broken Hill, NSW
• Vineyard Worker — Margaret River, WA
• Fence Builder — Roma, QLD
• Marina Crew — Hervey Bay, QLD
• Vintage Truck Loader — Swan Hill, VIC
• Resort Lifeguard — Wagga Wagga, NSW
• Backpacker Hostel Receptionist — Cairns, QLD
• Surf Instructor — Busselton, WA

FAQ for applicants from Japan

• Can I apply from Japan? Yes — applicants in Japan can lodge for the Work and Holiday (subclass 462) before arriving.
• Where do I see live jobs? The list below pulls only roles open to Work and Holiday (subclass 462) holders.