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In Australia, a full time Electrician generally earns $1,800 per week ($93,600 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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There has been moderate employment growth in this industry in recent years. There are currently 111,900 people working as an Electrician in Australia, compared to 107,800 five years ago. Electricians may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If a career as an Electrician interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control. You’ll cover a range of topics including the basics of electrotechnology equipment and circuitry. A Certificate IV in Electrical – Instrumentation may also be appropriate.
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- UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
- Professional Certificate of Competency in Electrical Wiring Standards: AS/NZS 3000:2018 (Australia and New Zealand Only)
- CPCWHS1001 Prepare To Work Safely In The Construction Industry
- MEM31215 Certificate III in Engineering - Industrial Electrician
- UEEEL0002 Apply Currency of Safe Working Practices and Compliance Verification of Electrical Installations
- UEEEL0020 Solve Problems in Low Voltage A.C. Circuits
- DEFWHS010 Identify Confined Space
- UEECD0051 Use Drawings, Diagrams, Schedules, Standards, Codes and Specifications
- UEERE0051 Apply Electrical Principles to Renewable Energy Design
- MEM18002 Use Power Tools/Hand Held Operations
- CPCCCM3001 Operate Elevated Work Platforms up to 11 Metres
- UEE41011 Certificate IV in Energy Management and Control
- UEECD0007 Apply Work Health and Safety Regulations, Codes and Practices in the Workplace
- 52912WA Course in Electrical Trade Licensing
- UETDRMP004 Perform Elevated Work Platform Controlled Descent Escape
- RIIWHS204E & CPCCCM2012 Work Safely at Heights (Dual Course)
- MEM31219 Certificate III in Engineering - Industrial Electrician
- UEECD0046 Solve Problems in Single Path Circuits
- 10809NAT Course in Electrician - Minimum Australian Context Gap
- UEECD0044 Solve Problems in Multiple Path Circuits
- UEE30911 Certificate III in Electronics and Communications
- MSMPER200 Work in Accordance with an Issued Permit
- UEEEL0021 Solve Problems in Magnetic and Electromagnetic Devices
- UEE30811 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
- UETDRMP007 Perform Rescue from a Live Low Voltage Panel
- RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights
- UETDRMP007 & HLTAID009 Low Voltage Rescue and CPR Training
- 11004NAT Course in Identification and Awareness of Asbestos Containing Materials
- 11297NAT Course in Electrician - Minimum Australian Context Gap
- UEERE0080 & UEERE0081 Photo Voltaic Grid Connect, Design and Install
Electrician careers
An Electrician carries out repairs and servicing on a range of electrical equipment or systems. You might install new electrical work or diagnose problems with existing systems. An Electrician, or General Electrician, often performs testing to check for safety or to check for faults. You might specialise in residential electrical work or work in an industrial setting.
Electricians should have strong observational skills and excellent attention to detail. You must be a good problem solver and be able to adapt your skills to suit various circumstances. Electricians should be safety focused and must be able to follow correct procedures during their work. You should be a good communicator and be able to work as part of a team.
