Some of the job opportunities in the plumbing industry include Air Conditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber, Drainer, Gasfitter, Plumber and Roof Plumber. This profession is currently experiencing a shortage in skills and needs many skilled workers to join the industry. There are currently 28,300 plumbers in Victoria. In general, over the coming years, the size of this large occupation is predicted to remain steady and future employment prospects for the coming five years are good. The average weekly wage employees can expect is $1,628.80 with an hourly earning of $43.90.
Plumber - Median salary AU $53,782
Over the next fours years to November 2019, the number of job openings for plumbers is expected to be above average. Employment opportunities for this occupation have rose strongly in the past five years and will continue to grow strongly in the long-term with many job prospects available. This very large occupation suggests that opportunities should be available in most regions. Plumbers have a high proportion of full-time jobs at 92.5%. For those Plumbers working full time, the average weekly hours are 40.9. Plumbers are mainly employed in Construction, Public Administration and Safety and Transport, Postal and Warehousing.
Gasfitter - Median salary AU $58,738
The numbers of job openings for gasfitters is expected to be above average. On average, gasfitters can expect to earn between $1,000 and $1,249 per week, all dependent on their level of experience, and the type of organisation they work for. Many gasfitters are self-employed and/or work as part of a team as an individual sub-contractor. As a subcontractor or small business operators, your earnings will depend entirely on your level of skill and experience, the level of demand for their services, as well as the amount of work completed.
Lead Plumber/Foreman - Median salary AU $68,933
Master Plumber - Median salary AU $74,032