Installs and repairs water, drainage, gas and sewerage pipes and systems other than water-based fire protection systems. Registration or licensing is required.
Broad state reach across 8 jurisdictions. Listed on the MLTSSL — eligible for both federal and state pathways.
This occupation requires registration or licensing. Confirm eligibility with TRA before lodging.
“Plumbers install, maintain and repair pipes, drains, guttering and metal roofing, mechanical services and related equipment for water supply, gas, drainage, sewerage, heating, cooling and ventilation systems.”
Used for skilled visa lists lodged with the Department of Home Affairs.
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. In Australia: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) In New Zealand: NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
1 direct PR route, 0 provisional regional routes (convert via 191), and 1 temporary work visa.
Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency
Permanent residence sponsored by an Australian employer. Direct Entry, Temporary Residence Transition, or Labour Agreement streams.
Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191
No skilled regional (provisional) pathway currently open.
Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway
Employer-sponsored temporary work visa. Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Essential Skills streams.
Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA)
This occupation is eligible under the following DAMA regions, which may offer concessions on age, English, and salary requirements.
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Your employment history should align with these ANZSCO-defined tasks. TRA looks for demonstrable experience in at least five.
studying blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems and materials required
setting out and installing hot and cold water systems and associated equipment
installing water-based fire protections systems, including fire hydrants, hose reels and sprinkler systems
designing and installing sanitary plumbing and water supply systems, discharge pipes and sanitary fixtures
fabricating and installing soil and waste stacks
assembling and installing mechanical services plant, air handling and conditioning equipment and small bore heating systems
installing sewerage and effluent pumping equipment and disposal systems
installing below-ground drainage systems and associated ground support systems
installing, maintaining and repairing gas mains, piping systems downstream of the billing meter, and appliances and ancillary equipment associated with the use of fuel gases
fabricating and installing metal roofing, rainwater goods and flashings
The headline workforce, pay, shortage and demographic indicators for this occupation, sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia.
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