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Gasfitter

OSCA 363231·ANZSCO 334114

Employed

5,200

Part-time share

15.6%

Female share

0.7%

Median age

40 yrs

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

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Gasfitter 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 IV in Gas Supply Industry Operations, Certificate III in Gas Supply Industry Operations, Diploma of Gas Supply Industry Operations, and Certificate III in Gas Fitting.

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About this career

Installs, maintains and repairs gas mains, piping systems downstream of the billing meter, and appliances and ancillary equipment associated with the use of fuel gases, including liquefied petroleum gas, hydrogen and biogas systems.

What they typically do

  • Installs and tests liquefied petroleum gas, hydrogen, biogas and other natural gasfitting lines
  • Installs and commissions gas appliances, such as hot water services, space heaters, ducted heating units, gas stoves and cooktops
  • Installs flues through ceilings and roofs with appropriate clearances and flue termination
  • Identifies and repairs gas leaks in piping systems and appliances
  • Performs routine maintenance on gas appliances to ensure their proper functioning

Where they work

Construction

States and territories

Share of workers by location

VIC
31.4%
NSW
18.7%
WA
18.1%
QLD
17.2%
SA
10.4%
TAS
1.6%
ACT
1.5%
NT
0.8%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Gasfitter.

  • Certificate IV in Gas Supply Industry Operations

    UEG40222 · AQF 4 · 2 providers

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  • Certificate III in Gas Supply Industry Operations

    UEG30122 · AQF 3 · 11 providers

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  • Diploma of Gas Supply Industry Operations

    UEG50122 · AQF 5 · 0 providers

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  • Certificate III in Gas Fitting

    CPC32720 · AQF 3 · 12 providers

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