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A Gas Industry Operator operates equipment for gas extraction, performs inspections, and ensures safety protocols while working in a team, often away from home.

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      This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.

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  • This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
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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 Gas Industry Operator?

Get qualified to work as a Gas Industry Operator with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Gas Industry Operator generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 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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The number of people working in this field has grown moderately in recent years. There are currently 4,100 people employed as a Gas Industry Operator in Australia, compared to 3,800 five years ago. Gas Industry Operators may find work in regions of Australia where gas operations are located.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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A Certificate II in Gas Supply Industry Operations is an excellent qualification if you’re planning a career as a Gas Industry Operator. You’ll learn to safely carry out a range of job tasks on a typical gas industry job site and may choose electives such as confined spaces, traffic control, firefighting equipment, taking meter readings and carrying out excavations. A Certificate III in Gas Supply Industry Operations may also be appropriate.

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Gas Industry Operator careers

A Gas Industry Operator works with a range of equipment in the gas industry. You might operate equipment to extract or pump supplies during gas operations or use other machinery as required. Gas Industry Operators might carry out equipment inspections and report any faults or problem issues.

Gas Industry Operators should be safety focused and able to follow correct procedures at all times. It’s important you can work as part of team and communicate clearly with your colleagues. Gas Industry Operators should have good technical skills and be able to follow instructions closely. You may have to spend long periods working away from home in this industry.

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