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Leather Goods Maker

OSCA 399435·ANZSCO 393112

Employed

480

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

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Leather Goods Maker 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 Leather Production.

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About this career

Fabricates and repairs leather articles, such as wallets, cases, harnesses and saddlery.

What they typically do

  • Selects and prepares leather materials for fabrication and repair
  • Cuts, shapes and moulds leather articles according to patterns
  • Assembles leather pieces using stitching, gluing and other techniques
  • Adds decorative elements to leather articles, such as embossing or engraving
  • Repairs damaged leather articles, and applies finishes and polishes
  • Inspects finished leather articles for quality
  • Maintains and cleans leatherworking tools and equipment

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
33.1%
QLD
31.6%
VIC
20.7%
SA
6.7%
WA
5.6%
TAS
1%
NT
0%
ACT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Leather Goods Maker.