Toolmaker

A Toolmaker creates and repairs tools for a range of purposes. You might make tools for specific purposes or produce components for other production equipment. Toolmakers shape metal or other materials to form tools and may work with drawings and specifications. You might work for a large organisation that uses tools frequently or for a specialist tool manufacturer.

Toolmakers should have strong attention to detail and be able to make tools using precision measurements. It’s important you can follow instructions and do accurate work. Toolmakers should be able to communicate well and work as part of a team. You’ll need to be organised and able to manage your time well.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $67,600
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a toolmaker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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MEM31519

Certificate III in Engineering - Toolmaking Trade
Traineeship
4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Toolmaker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Toolmaker
MEM30219

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining Trade)
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $3,875
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Fitter Machinist Saw Technician
Maintenance Fitter Toolmaker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Fitter Machinist Saw Technician Maintenance Fitter Toolmaker + 2 more
MEM40119

Certificate IV in Engineering (CNC Programming)
On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $8,096
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CNC Programmer Toolmaker Manufacturing Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CNC Programmer Toolmaker Manufacturing Technician
MEM31019

Certificate III in Watch and Clock Service and Repair
Traineeship
3 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Watchmaker Service Technician Sales Representative
Workshop Manager Toolmaker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Watchmaker Service Technician Sales Representative Workshop Manager Toolmaker + 2 more

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Mechanical and Manufacturing)
On Campus
3 years
$45,864
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Technical Officer Mechanical Engineering Technician Mobile Plant Mechanic
Metal Worker Welding Instructor Drone Operator Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Pilot Trailer Technician Toolmaker Process Technician
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Technical Officer Mechanical Engineering Technician Mobile Plant Mechanic Metal Worker Welding Instructor Drone Operator Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Pilot Trailer Technician Toolmaker Process Technician + 7 more
MEM31922

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Blacksmithing)
Traineeship
30 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Blacksmith Toolmaker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Blacksmith Toolmaker
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Common questions

How much does a Toolmaker earn?

In Australia, a full time Toolmaker generally earns $1,300 per week ($67,600 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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What are the job opportunities for a Toolmaker?

This field of work has seen a drop in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 2,500 people working as a Toolmaker in Australia, compared to 5,200 five years ago. Toolmakers may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Toolmaker?

If you’re interested in a career as a Toolmaker, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Engineering – Tool Making Trade. This course covers a range of topics including general machining, lathe operations, milling operations, grinding operations, reading technical drawings, taking engineering and precision measurements, performing computations and precision toolwork.

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