Drainage Worker

A Drainage Worker is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing underground drainage systems, including stormwater, sewer, and other types of pipelines. Their work involves digging trenches, laying pipes, and connecting drainage systems to ensure efficient water flow and prevent flooding.

Drainage Workers often operate heavy machinery such as excavators and trenchers, and they must adhere to safety regulations to protect themselves and others on-site. This role requires physical strength, attention to detail, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Drainage Workers commonly collaborate with construction teams, civil engineers, and local councils to complete infrastructure projects and maintain public utilities.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a drainage worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying)
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 36 months
$0 - $8,330
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pipelayer Civil Construction Plant Operator Drainage Worker
Civil Construction Supervisor Road Construction Worker Plant Operator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pipelayer Civil Construction Plant Operator Drainage Worker Civil Construction Supervisor Road Construction Worker Plant Operator + 3 more
52887WA

Certificate II in Plumbing
On Campus
10 weeks
$1,231 - $5,250
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Plumber Construction Labourer Drainage Worker
Gasfitting Assistant Maintenance Assistant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Plumber Construction Labourer Drainage Worker Gasfitting Assistant Maintenance Assistant + 2 more
RIIWMG203E

Drain And Dewater Civil Construction Sites
Traineeship
12 months
$135
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Construction Worker Construction Labourer Site Supervisor
Drainage Worker
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Construction Worker Construction Labourer Site Supervisor Drainage Worker + 1 more
NWPNET037

Inspect Sewer or Stormwater Assets
On Campus
3 days
$1,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Construction Worker Maintenance Technician Asset Inspector
Field Technician Drainage Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Construction Worker Maintenance Technician Asset Inspector Field Technician Drainage Worker + 2 more
RIIWHS206

Control Traffic with Portable Traffic Control Devices and Temporary Traffic Signs
Blended, On Campus
1 day
$0 - $299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Traffic Controller Road Construction Worker Construction Labourer
Truck Driver Plant Operator Sign Installer Surveyor Assistant Council Maintenance Worker Drainage Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Traffic Controller Road Construction Worker Construction Labourer Truck Driver Plant Operator Sign Installer Surveyor Assistant Council Maintenance Worker Drainage Worker + 6 more
RII31220

Certificate III in Civil Foundations
Traineeship
24 - 36 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Construction Worker Plant Operator
Drainage Worker Pipelayer Formworker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Construction Worker Plant Operator Drainage Worker Pipelayer Formworker + 3 more
RIICCM202E

Identify, Locate and Protect Underground Services
Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$0 - $550
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Underground Service Locator Civil Construction Worker Machine Operator
Plant Operator Pipelayer Drainage Worker Road Construction Worker
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Underground Service Locator Civil Construction Worker Machine Operator Plant Operator Pipelayer Drainage Worker Road Construction Worker + 4 more
RIICCM303

Conduct vacuum excavations
On Campus
1 day
$750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Drainage Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Drainage Worker
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