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Lagger

ANZSCO 821913

Employed

380

Part-time share

20%

Female share

1%

Median age

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Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy.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

Laggers apply insulating materials, such as felt, fibreglass, polyurethane and cork, to pipes, steam generators, process vats and ducting, and secure insulation with wire, wire netting, staples, metal strapping and using welding torches.

What they typically do

  • Organises insulating materials to be available for application.
  • Measures cuts and applies insulation.
  • Secures insulation using tools/machinery.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

WA
26.6%
VIC
26.6%
QLD
21.1%
NSW
16.6%
NT
3.2%
SA
2.4%
ACT
2.4%
TAS
0%

Qualification pathways

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

  • Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Electrical Systems)

    52883WA · AQF 6 · 1 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Power Industry)

    52888WA · AQF 6 · 1 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering

    UEE62525 · AQF 6 · 2 providers

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