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Drainage, Sewerage And Stormwater Labourer

OSCA 821631·ANZSCO 821112

Employed

3,100

Part-time share

8.4%

Female share

5.4%

Median age

44 yrs

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

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Drainage, Sewerage And Stormwater Labourer is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate II in Drainage.

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About this career

Performs routine tasks in maintaining drainage, sewerage and stormwater systems.

What they typically do

  • Cleans and performs minor repairs to stormwater drains and canals
  • Checks for cracks and leaks in sewerage systems
  • Assists with the installation of on-site domestic wastewater treatment plants, disposal systems, stormwater systems, and below ground sanitary drainage systems
  • Installs prefabricated inspection openings and inspection chambers

Where they work

Electricity, Gas, Water and Waste Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
32.7%
QLD
24.4%
VIC
21.7%
WA
10.7%
SA
6.6%
TAS
1.8%
ACT
1.4%
NT
0.6%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Drainage, Sewerage And Stormwater Labourer.