Pricing
A day rate and a $15 fee. Nothing else.
Every role, every rate. No retainer, no minimum term, no margin on top. You pay for the days worked.
| Role | From, per day | Per hour | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admin Assistant | $80 | $10 | Senior admins from $85. EA-level support from $100. |
| Bookkeeper | $90 | $11.25 | Senior accountants from $120. |
| Executive Assistant | $100 | $12.50 | Senior EAs (8+ years AU, C-suite) from $120. |
| Draftsman | $125 | $15.63 | Senior BIM specialists from $145. |
| Construction Estimator | $130 | $16.25 | No senior surcharge. One tender, 3 days: $390. |
A day is 8 hours, Monday to Friday, in Australian business hours. Add a flat $15 platform fee per booking.
What the rate includes
The same person every week. They have worked with Australian companies, and they passed a 4-step vetting process with reference checks before they joined.
A 6 month quality guarantee, with up to 3 free replacements per booking. No questions, no fees.
No retainer, no leave costs, no payment for downtime. If work slows, drop a day. If it grows, add one. One message changes the schedule.
Questions
How much does a SkillCloud hire cost?
A daily rate for the role, from $80 a day for an admin assistant to $130 a day for a construction estimator, plus a flat $15 platform fee per booking. A day is 8 hours.
What is the platform fee?
$15 per booking, flat. The fee is the same for one day or one month. There are no other margins.
Is there a minimum term or a retainer?
No. You pay for the days worked. You can try a person for a couple of days, then set a weekly schedule. You can change or cancel the schedule at any time.
How are payments handled?
A small holding amount confirms the trial days. When you choose a weekly schedule, we send a Stripe payment link for the month ahead. There is no contract to sign.
What if the person is not the right fit?
Every booking has a 6 month quality guarantee and up to 3 free replacements.
Do senior people cost more?
For some roles. Senior admins start at $85 a day, senior accountants and senior EAs at $120, and senior BIM draftsmen at $145. Estimators are $130 a day at every level.