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In Australia, a full time Scaffolder generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 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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The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 8,600 people employed as a Scaffolder in Australia, compared to 6,900 five years ago. Scaffolders may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re interested in a career as a Scaffolder, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Scaffolding. You’ll learn to erect and dismantle scaffolding, read plans and specifications and take measurements and calculations. You may also choose from electives including welding, dogging, loading crane operations and business administration.
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Further reading
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- CPCWHS1001 Prepare To Work Safely In The Construction Industry
- CPCCCM2012 Work Safely at Heights
- MSMPER200 Work in Accordance with an Issued Permit
- RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction
- CPC30920 Certificate III in Scaffolding
- CPCCCM3001 Operate Elevated Work Platforms up to 11 Metres
- CPCCCM2008 Erect and Dismantle Restricted Height Scaffolding
- CPCCLSF4001 Licence to Erect, Alter and Dismantle Scaffolding Advanced Level
- RIIWHS204E & CPCCCM2012 Work Safely at Heights (Dual Course)
- RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights
- RIIRTM203E Work as a Safety Observer/Spotter
- RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Civil Construction General)
- RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Bridge Construction and Maintenance)
- CPCCLSF2001 Licence to Erect, Alter and Dismantle Scaffolding Basic Level
- RIIHAN209E Perform Basic Rigging
- BSBWHS211 Contribute to the Health and Safety of Self and Others
- RIIWHS202E & MSMWHS217 Combined Confined Space Entry and Gas Testing
- CPCCLSF3001 Licence to Erect, Alter and Dismantle Scaffolding Intermediate Level
- CPCCCM2010 Work Safely on Scaffolding Higher Than Two Metres
- CPCCSC2002 Erect and Dismantle Basic Scaffolding
Scaffolder careers
A Scaffolder sets up temporary work platforms in the construction industry. You’ll erect scaffolding according to requirements and ensure structures are safe for working at heights. Scaffolders may work on building sites or specialise in industrial settings. You’ll also dismantle scaffolding when no longer required.
Scaffolders should be safety focused and able to follow correct procedures at all times. You’ll need to be able to follow instructions and work with plans and specifications. Scaffolders must be able to work as part of a team and communicate clearly with colleagues. It’s important you are flexible and can work with other industries on a building site.
