Gasfitter

A Gasfitter installs and maintains gas services including mains and pipe systems. You might connect new services or perform repairs on existing systems. Gasfitters may also repair and service gas appliances when required. Gasfitters may work in a commercial or industrial environment or provide services to residential homes.

Gasfitters should be safety-focused and able to provide good customer service. You’ll need to have good technical skills and be able to call on your problem solving abilities when needed. Gasfitters should have excellent attention to detail and you may need to adapt your skills to suit a range of situations. You should be a good communicator and be able to work well in a team.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $85,800
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a gasfitter?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CPC32720

Certificate III in Gas Fitting

On Campus
12 months
$0 - $7,650
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Gasfitter
CPC40920

Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (Operations)

Blended
11 months
Unavailable
  • Completed Certificate III in Plumbing or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Certificate III in Plumbing or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
Plumber Gasfitter Drainer
UEG40222

Certificate IV in Gas Supply Industry Operations

On Campus
8 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Gas Industry Operator Welder Gasfitter
CPC32420

Certificate III in Plumbing

Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $32,285
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CPC40920

Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $15,420
  • Completed Certificate III in Plumbing or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Certificate III in Plumbing or equivalent qualifications
Additional requirements may apply.
11054NAT

Certificate II in Plumbing Services

On Campus
3 - 18 months
$0 - $6,745
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Plumber Drainer Gasfitter Pool Technician + 1 more
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