Building and Plumbing Labourers
Building and Plumbing Labourers perform a variety of routine tasks associated with erecting and repairing structures and facilities, maintaining stormwater, drainage and sewerage systems, excavating earth and clearing and leveling sites.
Average Salary
$57,200
Average Age
33yo
Job Growth
The number of Building and Plumbing Labourers working in Australia is expected to decrease by 2.2% by 2019
Education Level
62.3% of Building and Plumbing Labourers have gained a qualification at a Year 12 level or above
Most Important skills for a Building or Plumbing Labourer
- Talking to others to convey information effectively
- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
- Giving full attention to what others are saying
- Using logic and reasoning
Key Statistics for Building and Plumbing Labourers
98% are male
85% work full-time
How do I become a Building or Plumbing Labourer?
Entry level Building and Construction courses generally don’t carry any pre-requisites. However some courses require the applicant to be above 18 years of age. Take a look at these courses for more information.
Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services
Top Building & Construction Courses
Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Open Colleges
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) (WA Only)
Open Colleges
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Open Colleges
Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Contract Administrator)
The College for Adult Learning
Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Estimator)
The College for Adult Learning

Progress your career
If you are looking to take the next step in your Building and Construction career, look to a Diploma or Bachelor Degree. Diplomas can be used as a pathway program if you aren’t ready to step straight into a Bachelor.
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Diploma of Civil Construction Management

Building & Construction Courses
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