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Antique Dealer

ANZSCO 142112

Employed

690

Part-time share

54%

Female share

48%

Median age

59 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.

About this career

Antique Dealers buy and sell antiques such as furniture, art, jewellery and china. They may also clean, restore and value antiques.

What they typically do

  • Determines product mix, stock levels and service standards.
  • Formulates and implements purchasing and marketing policies, and sets prices.
  • Promotes and advertises the establishment's goods and services.
  • Sells goods to customers and advises them on product use.
  • Maintains records of stock levels and financial transactions.
  • Undertakes budgeting for the establishment.
  • Controls selection, training and supervision of staff.
  • Ensures compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
30%
VIC
29%
QLD
13.3%
SA
10.4%
WA
7.2%
TAS
7.1%
ACT
2%
NT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Antique Dealer.