Registered Migration Australia

PLUMBER (GENERAL)

ANZSCO 334111 - Registered Migration Australia




Description

A plumber installs and repairs water, drainage, gas and sewerage pipes and systems. Registration or licensing is required. A general plumber in Australia is a Skill Level 3 occupation.

 

 

Specialisations

 

  • Fire Services Plumber
  • Sanitary Plumber
  • Water Plumber

 

Occupation Lists
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Group: 3341 Plumbers

 

 

 

Plumber job description - Registered Migration Australia

 

The job of a plumber is to 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.

 

Tasks

  • 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 gas appliances, flues and pressure regulating devices
  • fabricating and installing metal roofing, rainwater goods and flashings

 

Skill Level

Most occupations in the plumber unit group (Group 3341) 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: 
NZ Register 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 as a plumber is required in Australia.

 

Occupations within the Plumber Group

 

 

Note: Whilst a similar occupation may appear in the same plumber (general) group, if not specifically listed in the STSOL or MLTSSL, the ANZSCO description should be used for reference purposes only.

 

English Requirement

 

  • IELTS result with a minimum score of 6 (L, R, W), 7 in speaking and 7 overall;
  • OET result with a minimum grade B in all sections;
  • TOEFL iBT with a minimum score (L:12 R:13 W:21 S:23 overall L93);
  • PTE Academic with a minimum score of 50 (L, R, W), 65 in speaking and 65 overall

Exceptions

  • Australian Graduate exceptions apply in some states/territories
  • Priority Skilled Lists may apply a specific requirement in some states/territories
  • Countries exempt from submitting IELTS or OET include the UK; Canada; New Zealand; US; and Ireland

 

Where mandatory licensing or registration is required you must demonstrate a level of English either sufficient to meet licensing / registration or a minimum IELTS, or equivalent, whichever is higher.

 

 

Assessment Authority

 

  • Plumber is currently assessed with TRA (Trades Recognition Australia); more info regarding assessment bodies.

 

Please contact us if you would like assistance with your Plumber (General) skilled visa application. Registered Migration Australia is a licensed migration company, we are proudly 100% Australian owned and operated.