Scaffolder Courses
A Scaffolder erects and dismantles safe temporary platforms on construction sites, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and teamwork.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Scaffolder
Get qualified to work as a Scaffolder with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
CPC30920
Duration
6 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
The CPC30920 Certificate III in Scaffolding is a trade qualification delivered under the supervision of a qualified scaffolder. It’s a nationally recognised course and you’ll graduate with a construction industry White Card, working at heights permit, and a scaffolding licence. The course covers: measurements and calculations, reading plans and specifications, erecting and dismantling scaffolding. You can also choose electives in welding, business administration, dogging, and loading crane operations.
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Duration
6 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
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CPCWHS1001
Duration
Half day - 4 days
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Get your Construction Industry White Card with the CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. This nationally recognised short course is mandatory for anyone who routinely enters a construction site in Australia, including site managers, tradies, apprentices, surveyors, and labourers. During your studies, you will learn your WHS responsibilities and develop skills in hazard identification and risk control. The course covers: using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), understanding saf...
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Duration
Half day - 4 days
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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RIIWHS204E
Duration
Half day - 12 months
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights training accreditation is suitable for those required to work at heights. It provides essential skills and knowledge for safely working at heights across various industries, including resources, quarrying, drilling, agriculture, government, defence, manufacturing, heavy industry, and construction. This unit describes the competencies needed to work safely at heights in resources and infrastructure sectors, applying to operational roles under supervision, involving kno...
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Duration
Half day - 12 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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RIIRTM203E
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
The RIIRTM203E Work as a Safety Observer/Spotter provides individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to work safely as a safety observer/spotter in civil construction. It includes identifying and managing worksite hazards, establishing exclusion zones, and monitoring work activities to ensure the safety of the work environment. This is essential for operational roles, where individuals work under supervision, following established procedures to maintain workplace safety and contribute to achievin...
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How much does a Scaffolder earn?
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.
What are the job opportunities for a Scaffolder?
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
How do I become a Scaffolder?
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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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.
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