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An Asset Engineer oversees the installation and maintenance of an organisation’s equipment. You might carry out regular testing and inspections and perform maintenance as required. Asset Engineers might be based at a workshop or carry out work in the field. You might perform repairs on equipment or organise new equipment and parts as needed.
Asset Engineers should have excellent problem solving skills and strong technical abilities. You may have to adapt your skills to suit a range of circumstances and be able to work in a team environment. Asset Engineers require strong attention to detail and must be able to follow correct procedures.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become an Asset Engineer.
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The Bachelor of Science is a great starting point for aspiring scientists, lab technicians, researchers, and academics. You can choose from a huge range of study majors or even complete your BS as a double-degree alongside complementary discipline like the arts, laws, business, design, or medical research. Depending on your selected university, you can choose to specialise in chemistry, earth science, marine biology, mathematics, physics, molecular bioscience, zoology, sustainability, botany and plant sciences, ecology, and loads more. The Bachelor of Science is also pathway to post-graduate studies and academic research. Enquire now for admissions information, available study majors, and universities near you that offer the Bachelor of Science..
Average duration: 3 years.
Enrol in the Diploma of Engineering - Technical (MEM50212) if you are looking for an advanced technical qualification recognised all over Australia. Completed over 2-5 years (classroom or online) this course will teach you how to use computer-aided design (CAD) systems, select common engineering materials, apply mathematical techniques, choose sustainable work practices, and produce a range of engineering drawings and models. Enquire now for a list of study units, elective choices, and career outcomes..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Asset Engineer generally earns $1,920 per week ($99,840 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.
The number of people working in this industry is likely to grow moderately in coming years. There are currently 39,300 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as an Asset Engineer. Asset Engineers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as an Asset Engineer, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Engineering - Technical. This course covers a range of topics including computer aided design (CAD) systems, selecting common engineering materials, applying mathematical techniques, choosing sustainable work practices and producing engineering drawings and models.
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Here are some potential career pathways within civil engineering and construction, electrical engineering and manufacturing engineering. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Civil Engineering and Construction
Apprentice Engineer
$960 weekly pay
Assistant Site Manager
$1,150 weekly pay
Engineering Tradesperson
Advanced Engineering Tradesperson
$1,800 weekly pay
Asset Engineer
$1,920 weekly pay
CAD Operator
Civil Designer
$1,830 weekly pay
Draftsperson
Hydraulic Designer
$1,600 weekly pay
Structural Engineer
Civil Engineer
$2,020 weekly pay
Development Engineer
$1,730 weekly pay
Engineering Consultant
Forensic Engineer
$2,115 weekly pay
Geotechnical Engineer
$2,100 weekly pay
Naval Architect
Planning Engineer
$2,850 weekly pay
Research Engineer
$2,300 weekly pay
Site Engineer
Electrical Engineering
Assistant Project Manager
Automation Technician
$1,440 weekly pay
Control Technician
Field Engineer
$1,540 weekly pay
Industrial Electrician
Robotics Technician
Telecommunications Technician
$1,250 weekly pay
Automation Engineer
$2,350 weekly pay
Circuit Board Designer
$1,550 weekly pay
Communications Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Supervisor
$1,875 weekly pay
Project Engineer
Telecommunications Engineer
Workshop Supervisor
Manufacturing Engineering
Apprentice Industrial Designer
CNC Programmer
Engineering Patternmaker
Hydraulic Fitter
$1,350 weekly pay
Hydraulic Mechanic
Industrial Designer
Machinist
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Fitter
Manufacturing Engineer
Materials Engineer
Mechanical Fitter
Plant Mechanic
Design Engineer
Industrial Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Plant Engineer
Process Engineer
Production Engineer
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