Free Contractor & Tradie Invoice Template Australia
Perfect for builders, plumbers, electricians, and sub-contractors.
Running a contracting business or working as a tradie in Australia requires prompt, clear billing. Our contractor invoice template is designed to itemize labor hours, machinery hire, materials, and GST separately, helping you get paid quickly and keep your books clean.
Our template makes it simple to add your business details, client details, project description, and tax obligations under ATO rules. Generate your invoice directly in your web browser and export to PDF instantly.
When you are ready to compile your billing data, simply open our free invoice generator to generate and download a professional PDF.
- Ideal for trade contractors, builders, and subbies in Australia
- Clearly lists labor rates, parts, materials, and tax rates
- Generates professional PDFs with no account registration
- Designed to print or email directly to customers
Invoice essentials for builders, plumbers & electricians
Trade work often involves complex pricing structures (hourly rates vs fixed price, plus supply of materials). Your invoice should list:
- Labor: Specify the hours worked and the hourly rate, or describe the fixed-fee project stage.
- Materials & Parts: List any materials supplied (e.g. cabling, pipes, timber) with their individual costs.
- Job Reference or PO Number: Many commercial builders require a PO or work order number to approve payment.
How to charge GST on trade work
If your business is registered for GST, you must add 10% tax to both your labor services AND the materials you supply. Make sure the total GST amount is clearly displayed on the invoice. If any items are GST-free, you must clearly demarcate them.
Sample Contractor Layout
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TAX INVOICE
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Tradie Services Pty Ltd
ABN: 99 888 777 666
12 Main Street, Brisbane QLD 4000
Invoice Number: #INV-2026-102
Date: 11 June 2026
BILL TO:
Apex Constructions
ABN: 11 222 333 444
45 Industry Road, Brisbane QLD 4000
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Description Qty Rate Total
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Electrical Rough-In Labor 16 $85.00 $1,360.00
Copper Cabling & Outlets Pack 1 $350.00 $350.00
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Subtotal: $1,710.00
10% GST: $171.00
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TOTAL DUE: $1,881.00