Electricians
ANZSCO 3411
197,300
6%
2%
$2,191
33 yrs
Growing
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Electricians 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 III in Appliance Service, Certificate IV in Electrical Equipment and Systems, Certificate IV in Electrical - Renewable Energy, and Certificate III in Engineering - Industrial Electrician.
Jobs and Skills Australia rates the job outlook as Growing.
Jobs, part-time share, age, and pay appear on this page only when Jobs and Skills Australia or the ABS has published them for Electricians. A blank is a missing figure, not a pay of zero. The courses below are linked to this job. Open one to compare the fee, study mode, length, campus, and how to get in.
There is no single national fee or length for training that leads to Electricians. Each provider sets its own price, study mode, and entry rules. Those rules can include past study, an English level, work experience, or an interview. Check the AQF level, and whether you study in Australia or online, before you enquire.
About this career
Electricians design, assemble, install, test, commission, diagnose, maintain and repair electrical networks, systems, circuits, equipment, components, appliances and facilities for industrial, commercial and domestic purposes, and service and repair lifts, escalators and related equipment.
What they typically do
- Examining blueprints, wiring diagrams and specifications to determine sequences and methods of operation
- Measuring and laying out installation reference points
- Selecting, cutting and connecting wire and cable to terminals and connectors
- Using electrical and electronic test instruments to trace and diagnose faults
- Repairing and replacing faulty wiring and defective parts
- Positioning and installing electrical switchboards
- Connecting electrical systems to power supply
- Testing continuity of circuit
- Installing, testing and adjusting electric and mechanical parts of lifts
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Electricians.
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Certificate III in Appliance Service
UEE32125 · AQF 3 · 5 providers
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Certificate IV in Electrical Equipment and Systems
UEE43020 · AQF 4 · 4 providers
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Certificate IV in Electrical - Renewable Energy
UEE43322 · AQF 4 · 7 providers
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Certificate III in Engineering - Industrial Electrician
MEM31219 · AQF 3 · 3 providers
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Certificate IV in Electrical - Lift Systems
UEE41120 · AQF 4 · 0 providers
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Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
UEE30820 · AQF 3 · 76 providers
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Certificate IV in Electrotechnology - Electrical Contracting
UEE42120 · AQF 4 · 1 providers
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Certificate IV in Electrical - Instrumentation
UEE40420 · AQF 4 · 19 providers
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Certificate III in Electrical Fitting
UEE33020 · AQF 3 · 14 providers
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Certificate III in Switchgear and Controlgear
UEE30725 · AQF 3 · 0 providers
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Certificate III in Electrical Machine Repair
UEE30625 · AQF 3 · 2 providers
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Certificate III in Fire Protection Control
UEE31025 · AQF 3 · 4 providers
