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A Demolition Worker demolishes and clears buildings, houses and other structures. You’ll operate specialised demolition machinery and also dismantle structures by hand. Demolition Workers prepare work sites before demolition begins and also remove debris after work is complete. You may sort material for salvage and recycling.
Demolition Workers must be physically fit and able to keep up with the manual labour involved in this role. It’s important you can work as part of a team and communicate effectively with colleagues. Demolition Workers should have a strong focus on safety and be able to follow correct procedures during their work.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Demolition Worker.
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Get the skills you need to become a demolition worker on a range of public, residential, and commercial structures. This nationally recognised qualification has capacity to obtain a number of WHS permits and licences. The course covers: working at heights, using hand tools for demolition tasks, demolition hot work, reading site demolition plans, on-the-job safety, handling dangerous goods and hazardous substances, demolition risk management, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, demolition career outcomes, and course enrolment opportunities in your area..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Demolition Worker generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 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 sector is likely to grow strongly in coming years. There are currently 38,200 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Demolition Worker. Demolition Workers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate III in Demolition is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Demolition Worker. You’ll develop the skills to dismantle and demolish public, residential, commercial and industrial structures and learn to process demolished materials for salvage, recycling and waste disposal.
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Here are some potential career pathways within demolition. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Demolition
Asbestos Removalist
$1,250 weekly pay
Asbestos Removalist A Class
Asbestos Removalist B Class
Demolition Labourer
$1,400 weekly pay
Demolition Worker
Asbestos Supervisor
Demolition Supervisor
$1,600 weekly pay
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