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A real estate agent from south-east Queensland who took on a side gig as a traffic controller, dubbing it a ‘bludge job,’ received praise for his candidness on social media. He mentioned securing the additional role three years ago, shortly after completing a brief two-day course, and earning $35 per hour, which helped him cover his expenses.
Despite the job’s minimal prerequisites and some pushback from other traffic controllers against the perception of easy earnings, this side hustler openly admitted to its undemanding nature.
According to leading employment website Seek, traffic controllers earn between $65,000 and $85,000 a year
The man, featured in a TikTok by Getahead, an app linking jobseekers with opportunities in Australia, described traffic control as a relaxed gig where one essentially gets paid to stand around. He emphasized its flexibility, enabling him to meet various people and even offer real estate advice to interested individuals. He highlighted the liberty to choose or reject shifts offered a day in advance.
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SOURCE: THE DAILY MAIL