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Web Developers

Build and maintain your company's website

Offshore Staffing

What Is an Offshore Web Developer?

An offshore web developer is a full-time remote technical professional who builds and maintains your website and web-based tools. Working exclusively for your business, they handle everything from WordPress updates and landing page builds to custom development and integrations.

Stop paying agency retainers for ongoing website work. WorkMate Pro helps Australian businesses hire skilled offshore web developers who build, maintain, and improve your digital presence — full-time and dedicated to your business.

Web Developers

What They Do

Tasks & Responsibilities

  • WordPress development, updates, and maintenance
  • Landing page and campaign page builds
  • Website speed optimisation and performance improvements
  • E-commerce development (WooCommerce, Shopify)
  • Bug fixing and technical troubleshooting
  • CMS content updates and management
  • Plugin and theme customisation
  • API integrations and third-party connections
  • Website security monitoring and updates
  • SEO technical implementation
  • Form and automation setup

Best Fit

Is This Right For You?

  • Businesses with ongoing website maintenance and update needs
  • E-commerce stores needing continuous development support
  • Marketing teams launching regular campaigns and landing pages
  • Agencies looking to extend their delivery capacity affordably
  • Business owners tired of paying per-hour agency rates for simple website tasks

The Numbers

What Does It Cost?

Hiring locally in Australia costs significantly more — and that's before recruitment fees and office overheads.

Hiring Locally (AUS)

$70,000–$100,000 per year

Plus super, recruitment fees & overheads

With WorkMate Pro

Save 50%–70%

All-inclusive monthly cost, no hidden fees

How It Works

Our 5-Step Process

From your first call to your first day with a new team member — we handle the heavy lifting.

1

Book a Free Strategy Call

We understand your business, the role you need, and your goals in a 30-minute no-obligation conversation.

2

We Recruit & Shortlist

Our recruitment team identifies candidates with the right skills and experience, presenting you with a curated shortlist.

3

You Interview & Decide

Meet shortlisted candidates, review their work, and choose your hire. We coordinate interviews and support your selection.

4

We Onboard & Set Up

We handle employment contracts, payroll setup, and office onboarding. Your new team member starts ready to work.

5

You Manage the Work

From day one, your offshore team member works within your business using your preferred communication tools.

FAQs

Common Questions

What technologies do offshore web developers work with?

Candidates are experienced with WordPress, PHP, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, React, WooCommerce, Shopify, and other popular platforms. Specific tech stack requirements are confirmed during recruitment.

How do I manage development tasks and track progress?

Most clients use project management tools like Asana, Trello, Jira, or Linear. Daily standups via Slack or Teams keep work on track and visible.

Can an offshore web developer handle design as well as code?

Some candidates have both design and development skills. For specialist design work, pairing your developer with a dedicated offshore graphic designer is recommended.

What if I need urgent website fixes outside business hours?

For critical production issues, arrangements for out-of-hours support can be discussed during your strategy call. Most ongoing maintenance can be handled within standard Australian business hours.

Ready to Build Your Offshore Team?

Book a free, no-obligation strategy call with our WA-based team. We'll walk you through how offshore hiring works and help you find the right fit for your business.

Or download our Employer VA Checklist to get started.