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Plumber's Assistant

OSCA 821633·ANZSCO 821114

Employed

1,300

Part-time share

34.4%

Female share

5.8%

Median age

29 yrs

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

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Plumber's Assistant 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 Plumbing Pathways.

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About this career

Performs routine tasks in fabricating, laying, installing and maintaining pipes, fixtures, water meters and regulators.

What they typically do

  • Assists Plumbers in fabricating, laying, installing and maintaining pipes, fixtures, water meters and regulators
  • Assists in measuring, cutting and fitting pipes and fixtures, and holds pipes in place while Plumbers weld or solder joints
  • Assists in installing and repairing plumbing fixtures such as toilets, sinks and taps

Where they work

Construction

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
27.1%
VIC
25.5%
QLD
25.2%
SA
8.2%
WA
8.1%
TAS
2.4%
ACT
1.9%
NT
1.6%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Plumber's Assistant.