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Building Designer Courses in Cairns

Building Designers create and plan structures, liaise with clients and builders, and ensure designs meet codes and standards.

    • AI Exposure: High

      This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.

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  • This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Building Designer in Cairns?

Get qualified to work as a Building Designer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Course providers in Cairns

The following providers offer Building Designer courses in Cairns, Queensland.
Built Form Design Academy
45170
2
Digital Construction Academy
31840
3
National Skills
45438
2
TasTAFE
60142
1
South Regional TAFE
52790
1
Central Queensland University
40939
1
Timber Training Creswick
4168
1
Blue Dog Training
31193
1

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Building Designer generally earns $1,450 per week ($75,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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Building Designers have enjoyed strong employment growth over the last five years. There are currently 17,000 people working in this industry in Australia compared to 15,000 five years ago. Building Designers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re thinking about a career as a Building Designer, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Building Design. This course is ideal for draftpersons and building designers who want to further their skills in producing concepts, designs and drawings for residential and small-scale commercial projects.

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Building Designer careers

If you're considering a career as a Building Designer, Cairns offers a range of excellent opportunities through various vocational courses. With six distinct Building Designer courses in Cairns, you can gain the knowledge and skills required to excel in this growing field. Each course is designed to provide both theoretical and practical experiences, ensuring that you will be well-prepared to tackle projects in the stunning architectural landscape that Cairns has to offer.

Enrolling in one of the local Building and Construction courses allows you to delve into the fundamentals of building design, including sustainability and environmental considerations, which are increasingly important in today's world. Cairns, with its unique tropical environment and vibrant community, is an ideal location for aspiring Building Designers to learn how to create structures that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, while embracing innovative design principles.

Many of the courses also connect with related fields such as Architecture, which broadens your professional horizon and equips you with a comprehensive understanding of the built environment. By exploring these interconnected disciplines, you become adept at integrating architectural concepts with practical building design, making you a versatile candidate in the job market within Cairns and beyond.