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An Electrical Estimator plans budgets for large electrical projects. You’ll prepare costings for things such as materials, labour and equipment and take into account factors including industry regulations, potential delays and site-specific costs. Electrical Estimators work with other industry professionals to prepare their costings.
Electrical Estimators should be organised and able to plan for a range of circumstances. It’s important you can communicate well and work as part of a larger team. Electrical Estimators must be good problem solvers and have excellent attention to detail. You might work on job sites as well as in the office in this role.
There is one course available for people who want to become an Electrical Estimator.
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The UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician is the course you need to obtain an ERAC ‘Electrician’s licence’, specialising in electronics. This nationally recognised qualification is a holistic course, beginning with the basics of electrical safety, working with AC and DC currents, diagnostics and testing, then gradually building your technical skills and working knowledge of electrotechnologies. By the end of the course you will be confidently carrying out installations, wirings, and repairs on a range of electronic systems and devices. Enquire now for the full list of study units, graduation competencies, and upcoming opportunities for enrolment..
Average duration: 48 months.
In Australia, a full time Electrical Estimator generally earns $1,440 per week ($74,880 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.
This industry is likely to experience strong employment growth in coming years. There are currently 175,700 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as an Electrical Estimator. Electrical Estimators may find work in all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as an Electrical Estimator. This course covers basic electrical safety, working with AC and DC currents, diagnostics and testing. You’ll develop the skills to carry out installations, wirings and repairs on a range of electrical systems and devices.
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Here are some potential career pathways within electrician. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Electrician
Apprentice Electrician
$960 weekly pay
Electrical Trades Assistant
Cable Jointer
$1,250 weekly pay
Electrical Estimator
$1,440 weekly pay
Electrical Fitter
$1,150 weekly pay
Electrical Linesman
$1,400 weekly pay
Instrumentation Technician
Rail Traction Linesman
Substation Technician
Systems Electrician
$1,600 weekly pay
Electrical Project Manager
$1,920 weekly pay
Electrical Supervisor
$1,875 weekly pay
Power Systems Engineer
$1,800 weekly pay
Signal Technician
$2,800 weekly pay
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