Work Pants & Trousers

Browse Work Pants built for how you work and live. Durable fabrics, practical pockets, and comfortable fits make our range ideal for tradies, farmers, and anyone who values quality. Australian owned since 1969.

Work Jeans
Work Jeans

Work Pants Built for Real Demands

Work pants are the foundation of the workwear wardrobe - worn every day, put through more than most clothing ever faces, and expected to function across the full range of site conditions. The range covers work jeans, cargo pants, cuffed work trousers, waterproof work pants, and overtrousers, with options that match different trades, climates, and working patterns.

Work Jeans: The Everyday Tradie Option

Work jeans are the most consistently worn piece in the work pants range - familiar in form, built for a harder purpose. Work jeans differ from fashion denim in fabric weight, seam reinforcement, and practical construction details like multiple tool loops, reinforced knees, and a longer back rise that stays covered when crouching or bending. 

A quality pair handles years of daily site use and maintains its structure through hundreds of washes in a way that lighter fashion denim simply doesn't.

Cargo Pants and Multi-Pocket Workwear

Cargo work pants carry more than jeans can. The multi-pocket construction adds side cargo pockets, knee pad pockets, and tool storage across the leg that reduces the need for a tool belt for smaller items. Cargo pants in ripstop and poly-cotton fabrics run lighter than denim across a warm working day while delivering solid surface resistance to tearing and abrasion. 

The relaxed cut through the leg allows a full range of movement for trades involving kneeling, climbing, or working in confined spaces where a tighter cut becomes restrictive.

Cuffed Work Pants

Cuffed work pants with an elasticated waist and cuffed ankle cover a different working context: environments where a relaxed pull-on trouser is more practical than a belted jean. The cuffed ankle keeps the bottom of the trousers clear of the ground during kneeling work and prevents debris from entering the boot shaft - a small detail that makes a meaningful difference across a long day on site. 

Elasticated waist styles suit workers in physically active roles where a rigid waistband creates sustained discomfort through extended shifts.

Waterproof Work Pants and Overtrousers

Waterproof work pants cover the wet end of the outdoor working spectrum - fully waterproof construction for sustained rain and wet ground conditions where standard denim or cotton trousers would be soaked and impractical inside an hour. 

For workers who need waterproof protection occasionally rather than daily, overtrousers pull on over any existing work pants and provide the same wet-weather protection without replacing the base layer entirely. Two solutions for the same problem, depending on how often the weather turns on your site.

Find Your Trade, Find Your Fit - Order Online

Trade, climate, and working patterns determine which work pants belong in your wardrobe. Every style has sizing, fabric, and construction details on the product page so you can match the pants to the job before ordering. Find what you need, place your order online, and we’ll deliver the work pants right to your address!

Frequently asked questions

What types of work pants and trousers does Allingtons offer?

Allingtons stocks work pants and trousers for a wide range of trades, jobs and fits, including popular styles from FXD and Ritemate. You'll find stretch cargo pants, cuffed and straight-leg styles, elastic-waist ripstop pants, lightweight summer pants and hard-wearing denim work jeans. There are also reflective taped pants for low-light work, plus FXD also has a dedicated women's fit. You’ll find more options from brands like CAT, x/dmg, Mack and Levi's Workwear.
What is the difference between work pants and cargo pants?

Cargo pants are a type of work pant, easy to spot by the large pockets on the thigh. Work pants are the broader category, which also covers straight-leg trousers with standard pockets, denim work jeans and taped reflective pants. If you carry a tape measure, phone or notepad all day, cargo pants are a handy choice. For a cleaner look, the Ritemate RMX Flexible Fit Tactical Pants keep utility and phone pockets without the bulk. Our guide to choosing the best work pants runs through each style.
Do work pants run true to size, and how do I choose the right leg length?

Most work pants are sized by waist, so measure where you actually wear your pants and check it against the brand's chart. Fit varies between styles: FXD WP-3 pants are a regular fit with a slimmer leg, while CAT Dynamic pants have a slim tapered cut. The FXD sizing guide lists an 81cm inseam across men's waist sizes, so check leg length if you're tall. Measure your in-leg from crotch to floor without shoes, as shown in our pants sizing guide. Cuffed styles are more forgiving if you're between lengths, while straight-leg pants should sit comfortably over your boots without dragging.
Are these work pants tough enough for heavy-duty trade work?

Yes, many are built with trade work in mind. Most FXD work pants use Dura500 nylon reinforcement on pockets and high-wear areas, with triple-needle stitching and bar-tacked stress points for added durability. Styles like the FXD WP-12 Elastic Waist Stretch Ripstop Work Pants add ripstop fabric to stop small tears spreading, while Ritemate RMX pants feature reinforced knee and heel patches with twin-needle stitching. For abrasive jobs like concrete work, steel or landscaping, choose a heavier canvas style such as the 295gsm FXD WP-3 over lightweight summer pants.
Do any work pants have reinforced knees or knee-pad pockets?

Yes. The FXD WP-1 Work Pants have Dura500 reinforced knee pad pockets, which suit tilers, plumbers, sparkies and anyone who spends a lot of time kneeling. If you prefer denim, the FXD WD-1 and WD-2 work jeans also have knee pad pockets. For reinforced knees without pad pockets, look at the Ritemate RMX Flexible Fit Tactical Pants with a reinforced knee patch, or CAT Dynamic pants with Oxford canvas knee overlays. If you kneel all day, fit proper pads rather than relying on the fabric alone.
How do I care for work pants to make them last?

Wash work pants inside out in cold water with similar colours, and skip bleach and fabric softener, which can affect stretch fabrics and reflective tape. Empty the pockets and brush off dirt, concrete dust or mud before washing. Line dry in the shade where you can, as heat and sun speed up fading and shrinkage. Always check the care label, since cotton canvas, ripstop and reflective taped pants can have different instructions. Rotating two or three pairs through the week also spreads the wear.