Brazil's Distrito Federal expands job opportunities and raises retail minimum wage

On July 27, 2026, the worker agencies in Brazil's Distrito Federal posted 1,027 new job openings covering a range of skill levels and sectors. The highest‑paying vacancy is for a gearbox mechanic in Vicente Pires offering a salary of R$ 4,500, while 125 positions for cash operators offer R$ 1,700 plus benefits. Applicants can register through the Digital Work Permit app or at any of the 16 agency offices.

Separately, a collective bargaining agreement for the DF retail sector increased the minimum wage to R$ 1,790.26, a 4.5% rise retroactive to May 1, 2026. The pact also provides a R$ 218.53 bonus, revised Sunday‑and‑holiday work rules, and additional benefits such as full transport vouchers and meal allowances for longer shifts. The agreement applies to thousands of retail workers in the capital region and remains in force until April 30, 2027.