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Working in the construction industry may look different to what you imagine. Explore construction careers for different interests, skills, and aspirations.
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Interior designer
Interior designers plan, design and supervise the construction of the inside of residen...
Interior designers plan, design and supervise the construction of the inside of residential and commercial buildings to make rooms and spaces functional, safe and visually appealing.
Labourer
Labourers are vital team members on construction sites, aiding tradespeople with tasks...
Labourers are vital team members on construction sites, aiding tradespeople with tasks like tool handling and site clean-up, promoting efficient project execution.
Lagger
Laggers, also known as insulators, install and repair insulation in buildings and mecha...
Laggers, also known as insulators, install and repair insulation in buildings and mechanical systems.
Landscape architect
Landscape architects plan and design land areas for projects such as parks, schools, ho...
Landscape architects plan and design land areas for projects such as parks, schools, hospitals, housing subdivisions, national parks, playgrounds and commercial, industrial and residential sites.
Landscaper
Landscapers plan, design, construct and maintain landscape areas for private homes, sch...
Landscapers plan, design, construct and maintain landscape areas for private homes, schools, commercial buildings and precincts, roadsides and streetscapes, parklands, irrigation systems and water features.
Lift mechanic
Lift mechanics ensure safe and efficient vertical transportation by installing, maintai...
Lift mechanics ensure safe and efficient vertical transportation by installing, maintaining, and repairing elevators, escalators, and similar systems in buildings.
Linemarker
Line markers apply paint and other materials to create lines, ensuring clarity and safe...
Line markers apply paint and other materials to create lines, ensuring clarity and safety in public spaces.
Mechanical engineer
Mechanical engineers are involved in designing, producing, and operating machinery.
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Painter
Painters apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to protect, maintain and de...
Painters apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to protect, maintain and decorate interior and exterior surfaces of domestic, commercial and industrial buildings.
Paver
Pavers install blocks, bricks, and stones in patterns, creating durable and attractive surfaces.
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Pipelayer
Pipelayers lay pipes for plumbing, drainage, or similar systems, ensuring pipes are cor...
Pipelayers lay pipes for plumbing, drainage, or similar systems, ensuring pipes are correctly installed for the required systems.
Planner
Planners develop land use plans and programs that help create communities, accommodate...
Planners develop land use plans and programs that help create communities, accommodate population growth, and revitalise physical facilities.
Plant operator
Civil construction plant operators sit in and control all the mobile heavy machines you...
Civil construction plant operators sit in and control all the mobile heavy machines you see moving earth on constructions sites.
Plasterer
Plasterers, or wall and ceiling liners, apply and fix the internal linings of commercia...
Plasterers, or wall and ceiling liners, apply and fix the internal linings of commercial and domestic buildings.
Plumber
Plumbers assemble, install, and maintain water services, sanitary plumbing and drainage...
Plumbers assemble, install, and maintain water services, sanitary plumbing and drainage, gas, roofing, and mechanical services in both existing and new constructions in residential, industrial and commercial workplaces
Project manager
Project managers oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely, budge...
Project managers oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely, budget-conscious, and satisfying results with their strong leadership and management skills.
Quality assurance specialist
Quality assurance specialists are the guardians of construction standards. They oversee...
Quality assurance specialists are the guardians of construction standards. They oversee every aspect of the building process to ensure compliance with legal regulations, and performance standards, delivering quality and safety in every project.
Quantity surveyor
Quantity surveyors are the financial experts of the construction industry. They estimat...
Quantity surveyors are the financial experts of the construction industry. They estimate and control costs for large construction projects, from initial calculations to final figures, striving to ensure value for money while meeting the required standards and quality.
Railway track worker/Plant operator
Railway track workers / Plant operators operate specialised machinery and equipment for...
Railway track workers / Plant operators operate specialised machinery and equipment for building and maintaining railway tracks, ensuring safe and efficient train operations
Renderer
Renderers, or solid plasterers, apply decorative and protective coverings of cement or...
Renderers, or solid plasterers, apply decorative and protective coverings of cement or similar materials to the exterior and interior of buildings.
Rigger
Riggers assemble and install equipment, machinery, and structural components using rope...
Riggers assemble and install equipment, machinery, and structural components using ropes, cables, and lifting gear, ensuring safe and efficient lifting operations.
Roller operator
Roller operators operate rollers to compact and flatten surfaces like roads and foundat...
Roller operators operate rollers to compact and flatten surfaces like roads and foundations, ensuring stable and durable construction surfaces, withstanding heavy loads and weather conditions.
Roof plumber
Roof plumbers design, install and repair roofs and parts of a building which are involv...
Roof plumbers design, install and repair roofs and parts of a building which are involved with the disposal of water.
Roof tiler
Roof tilers install, repair, and replace roofs using various materials, ensuring homes...
Roof tilers install, repair, and replace roofs using various materials, ensuring homes and buildings are weatherproof and protected from the elements.
Scaffolder
Scaffolders erect and dismantle scaffolding, providing secure platforms for constructio...
Scaffolders erect and dismantle scaffolding, providing secure platforms for construction workers and creating safe and efficient work environments.
Scheduler
Schedulers are the master planners of the construction industry. They develop and overs...
Schedulers are the master planners of the construction industry. They develop and oversee timelines for projects, optimising resources and ensuring that every stage of construction is executed on time and within budget.
Shopfitter
Shopfitters specialise in fitting out commercial and retail spaces, installing fixtures...
Shopfitters specialise in fitting out commercial and retail spaces, installing fixtures, fittings, and furnishings with precision to create functional and visually appealing interiors.
Shotcreter
Shotcreters are skilled professionals who spray concrete or shotcrete through a hose on...
Shotcreters are skilled professionals who spray concrete or shotcrete through a hose onto structures, primarily to reinforce them.
Signwriter
Signwriters design and create signage for businesses, using their artistic skills and t...
Signwriters design and create signage for businesses, using their artistic skills and technical knowledge to produce attention-grabbing signs that convey information.
Site engineer
Site engineers ensure plans and designs are followed correctly and solve any technical...
Site engineers ensure plans and designs are followed correctly and solve any technical issues that may arise.