PLUMBING PATHWAYS PLUMBING PATHWAYS WHERE CAN YOUR CAREER TAKE YOU?
HOW DO I BECOME A PLUMBER?
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Gain a nationally recognised plumbing qualification
Learn directly from qualified plumbers
Master real skills required by industry
If a host employer runs out of work, we will work to find you another suitable placement
Our plumbing apprentices are paid above award rates
8292 4000
We provide apprentices with ongoing support and mentoring
Our apprentices are covered by Return To Work SA, should you sustain an injury at work
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WHY CHOOSE MASTER PLUMBERS SA?
“As a Master Plumbers apprentice, I’ve really enjoyed the support I’ve received. The field officers are easy to talk to, relatable and have field experience.”
Zac Goodwin, Master Plumbers Apprentice
“I can't even begin to explain all the different things I've learnt since becoming a plumber, and there's so much more I can learn.”
Ben Lindsay, Master Plumbers Apprentice
“You never run out of opportunities, and you won’t get bored of what you’re doing.”
Domenic Pirrotta, Master Plumbers Apprentice
CONSTRUCTION
Construction plumbing is all plumbing carried out on medium sized to larger sized commercial buildings and infrastructure. This includes:
Groundworks
Fire services
First fix plumbing (water, gas, and underfloor plumbing)
Second fix plumbing (installing appliances such as toilets, sinks and tapware)
Storm Water
Equipment installation
THIS WOULD SUIT YOU IF:
You seek stable work (the Women’s and Children’s Hospital is expected to take up to 7 years to build)
You get along with a wide range of people
You like working in large teams
You don’t mind repetitive tasks
RENOVATIONS
Some plumbers chose to specialise in bathroom renovations and kitchen renovations.
This includes:
Demolition of existing areas
Replacing old settings with new services, drainage and fixtures
Installing underfloor heating (specialisation with some companies)
THIS WOULD SUIT YOU IF:
You watch The Block, House Rules or other renovation shows
You like replacing old with new
You like working in smaller teams
You enjoy demolishing, digging and hands-on work
You like working on shorter-term projects
Image credit: Spriggs and Co
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance plumbers are responsible for the upkeep of current plumbing services and fixtures.
This includes:
Blocked Drains
Hot water system installations and repairs
Faulty tapware
Cistern repairs
Leaks and burst pipes
THIS WOULD SUIT YOU IF:
You enjoy problem solving
You learn best in 1-1 environments with teachers or tutors
You work best on your own or in a smaller group
You enjoy the satisfaction of applying your skills and doing the job well
NEW HOMES
New homes plumbers main work is the construction of new homes and apartments.
This includes:
Under floors
First fix (water, gas, and underfloor plumbing)
Gas services
Second fix (installing appliances such as toilets, sinks and tapware)
Suspended drainage and stackwork (multi-storey)
THIS WOULD SUIT YOU IF:
You enjoy hard work, and like getting things done fast
You like seeing results straight away You enjoy working in smaller teams
Image: Newell Plumbing & Gas, New Heights Plumbing and Topline Plumbing and Gas
SPECIALIST
Plumbers can choose to specialise in a certain area of plumbing.
This can include:
Water treatment
Gas works
Mechanical
Warranty work
Pipe relining
Hydro-jetting
THIS WOULD SUIT YOU IF:
You like repetitive work
You enjoy learning everything you can on one topic or product
You like standing out from the crowd
You like to be seen as a leader in your community
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