Sheet Metal Worker

A Sheet Metal Worker cuts and shapes metal for a range of purposes. You might create new items or make individual pieces for other products. Sheet Metal Workers may work from provided specifications, use templates or come up with designs for particular work. You may use hand tools or machinery to form your metal components.

Sheet Metal Workers should have strong technical skills and be able to adapt their skills to suit a range of circumstances. It’s important you can follow instructions and work as part of a team. Sheet Metal Workers need excellent attention to detail and should be able to communicate clearly.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a sheet metal worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
MEM31922

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal Working)

Apprenticeship, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $27,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sheet Metal Worker
MEM31922

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade

Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $28,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MEA41322

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures)

Blended
4 years
$20,640
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MSM31122

Certificate III in Recreational Vehicle Manufacturing

Traineeship
3 years
$0 - $12,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MEM40119

Certificate IV in Engineering (Welding)

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $18,480
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MEM31922

Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding)

Apprenticeship, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $27,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MEM31922

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Apprenticeship)

Apprenticeship, Traineeship
4 years
$19,470 - $19,798
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MEM18002

Use Power Tools/Hand Held Operations

On Campus
4 days
$300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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