How close do workers need to be to check in?
Within about 300 metres of the jobsite when the location check is on. Builders can switch the check off for a jobsite.
For workers and employers
GPS site check-in and time clock for construction crews
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Yakka Labour replaces the paper sign-in sheet with a check-in on the worker’s phone. Scan the site QR or type the site code, the location is checked against the jobsite, and the clock starts. Builders see who is on site in real time.
How it works
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Scan the QR or enter the code
At the gate, scan the jobsite QR code or type the six-character site code from your invite.
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Location check
If the builder has the location check on (it is by default), you need to be within about 300 metres of the jobsite. Further away, the app shows how far you are.
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Clock runs, breaks recorded
Your shift timer starts. Start and end breaks as you take them, then check out when you finish.
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Hours become a timesheet
The shift is saved with times, breaks and rate, ready to send as a timesheet.
What builders see
Each jobsite shows a live “On site” count, and the web dashboard lists every site with how many workers are there now and a View live button. The check-in screen filters by today or this week and by jobsite.
The location check can be switched off per jobsite, for example on large sites or where GPS is unreliable. It is checked at check-in, not at check-out.
Optional face check-in
Builders can opt in to face check-in on iPhone and Android. It compares the camera image with the profile photos of workers on that jobsite, on the device itself. It is off unless the builder turns it on.
For the paperwork side of running a crew, see labour hire compliance and workers compensation for casual employees.
FAQ
Can workers check in without a QR code?
Yes. They can type the six-character site code instead. There is also a quick check-in for logging time without a jobsite.
Is location tracked all day?
No. Location is checked at the moment of check-in to confirm the worker is at the site. Check-out does not check location.
Can I see who is on site right now?
Yes. Each jobsite shows a live count of workers checked in, and you can open the live view to see who they are.
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Submit timesheets
Log your hours from the jobsite and send timesheets in a few taps.
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Make invoices
Create and send invoices for the work you’ve completed.
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Invite workers to your jobsite
Bring your crew onto a job with a simple invite from the app.
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Get paid faster
Approved hours turn into an invoice with your PayID or bank details on it.
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Find new jobs
Discover construction, warehouse and cleaning shifts near you.
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Tickets & licences on your profile
White Card, forklift, working at heights and more — visible to hirers.
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Availability & shift calendar
Show hirers when you can work and keep every shift you’ve done on one calendar.
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Job alerts for your trade
Get a push alert when a new job is posted for your skills.
