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Barber jobs in Canberra
2 open barber roles in Canberra right now. Most roles here are Full-time arrangements. Typical pay here runs $43,667-$79,000 per year.
Experienced barber
desi dude hair salon · Canberra, ACT
Posted today
Barber, full-time
Big Barber · Canberra, ACT
Posted 14 days ago
What Canberra shops are asking for
- Fades (skin, low, mid, high)2 roles
- Beard design & sculpting2 roles
- Classic cuts & pompadours1 role
- Clipper work (all guards)1 role
2 of the 2 open roles ask for under two years of experience. Hiring now: desi dude hair salon, Big Barber.
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From the founder
Built by a barber who made the move
Justin ran barbershops in Canada, moved to the Gold Coast, and built BarberRise after doing exactly what you are weighing up now.
The job boards kept sending him to the wrong shops. That gap is the reason BarberRise exists.
Short and long placements, interviews before you fly, and a chair waiting when you land.
Frequently asked questions
- What do barbers get paid in Canberra?
- Typical pay here runs $43,667-$79,000 per year. That varies with experience, the shop and the arrangement, so check each listing for its own rate.
- What qualifications do I need to work as a barber in Canberra?
- Most shops look for a Cert III in Barbering (SHB30516), though a completed or in-progress apprenticeship, a verified overseas qualification, or solid hands-on experience without formal papers can all get you through the door. Plenty of shops hire on a trial basis first: check what each listing asks for.
- Is visa sponsorship available for barber jobs in Canberra?
- Yes. 1 of the 2 open roles in Canberra right now offers visa sponsorship. Filter for it on the search page to see exactly which ones.
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