Resume · Beginner · 15 minutes
Write a resume that gets read
Build a simple worker resume that shows your trade, tickets, work history, reliability and contact details without fancy wording.
What employers look for first
Most employers scan a resume quickly. They want to know what you can do, where you are, when you can start, and whether you have the tickets or licences needed for the job.
The simple resume layout
- Name and phone: put your phone number at the top and make sure voicemail is clean.
- Location: town/suburb and state are enough.
- Trade or role: carpenter, labourer, cleaner, driver, admin, apprentice, warehouse worker.
- Tickets and licences: white card, forklift, HR, first aid, EWP, working with children, police check.
- Work history: list the last jobs first. Include employer, role, dates and what you actually did.
- Referees: include two people if you can, or write “available on request”.
Do not overdo it
A clear one or two page resume is better than a fancy five page resume. Use plain English and tell the truth. If you are new, focus on attitude, transport, availability and willingness to learn.