If you’re planning to travel Australia (or anywhere!) and work along the way, your resume becomes more than just a document — it becomes your ticket to keep moving. Whether you’re picking fruit, helping on a station, pouring beers at a country pub, or working in hospitality at a tourist park, a tailored, road-ready resume can help you land seasonal and short-term jobs wherever your travels take you.

Here’s how to craft a resume that helps you get hired on the go.

1. Keep It Short and Flexible

Employers hiring seasonal or short-term workers don’t have time to read a lengthy CV. Aim for a one-page resume that highlights what’s most relevant. Think of it as a snapshot of your skills and attitude rather than a life history.

Tip: Keep an editable copy on your laptop or phone so you can quickly update details to suit the next job.

2. Emphasise Transferable Skills

You might have been an office administrator, retail assistant, or tradesperson — all those roles teach skills that are valuable on the road. Focus on:

• Reliability and punctuality
• Communication
• Customer service
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Willingness to learn new tasks

These qualities matter more to many regional employers than industry-specific qualifications.

3. Highlight Relevant Experience First

If you’ve done any seasonal, casual, or volunteer work, put it at the top of your resume. For example:

• Harvest work
• Farm hand roles
• Bar work or hospitality
• Housekeeping
• Tour guiding or customer-facing roles

If you’re new to working while travelling, list any practical roles where you had to adapt quickly — employers love seeing real-world initiative.

4. Make Location and Availability Clear

Hiring managers want to know where you are and when you’re available. Include:

• Your current location (e.g., “Currently near Mildura, VIC”)
• Whether you have your own transport or accommodation
• Your willingness to travel to different regions
• Start date and approximate availability

This helps employers see straight away if you’re a good fit logistically.

5. Include Short References

Even a short testimonial or contact detail for a recent employer makes your resume stronger. Travelling workers sometimes get overlooked because hiring managers worry about reliability — references help reassure them.

6. Show Your Personality

A short personal statement (2–3 lines) at the top can make your resume memorable. For example:

“Friendly, hands-on traveller exploring Australia and keen to lend a hand wherever needed. Quick to learn, enjoy teamwork, and happy to pitch in with whatever needs doing.”

This small touch shows enthusiasm and helps your resume feel more human.

7. Use Simple Formatting

Make sure your resume is easy to read on mobile or printed in black and white:

• Clear headings
• Bullet points
• Standard fonts (Arial, Calibri, etc.)
• Avoid heavy graphics or coloured backgrounds

Ready to Hit the Road?

With a short, honest, and tailored resume, you’ll find it much easier to pick up seasonal and casual work on your travels. Keep it updated, stay positive, and remember: many employers hire for attitude first and experience second.

Safe travels and happy job hunting!