Highest Paying Trades in Australia (2026)
The highest paying trades in Australia include automotive electrician, metal fitter and machinist, and electrician, based on median full-time weekly earnings published by Jobs and…
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How to Become an Electrician in Australia
To become an electrician in Australia, you complete a four-year electrical apprenticeship, earn the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820), then apply for an electrical…
Electrical Apprentice Wages: Pay Rates by Year (2026-2027)
An apprentice electrician earns from $16.39 to $17.97 an hour in their first year, depending on whether they completed Year 12, rising to $26.50 an…
Plumbing Apprentice Wages: Pay Rates by Year (2026-2027)
Wondering how much you will earn as a plumbing apprentice? Once your apprenticeship employment begins, you are paid while you work and complete your training.…
Mechanic Apprentice Wages: Pay Rates by Year (2026-2027)
Wondering how much you will earn as a mechanic apprentice? Once your apprenticeship employment begins, you are paid while you work and complete your training.…
Carpentry Apprentice Wages: Pay Rates by Year (2026-2027)
Wondering how much you will earn as a carpentry apprentice? You are paid from day one with your host employer, and your wage rises as…
Apprentice Rights and Responsibilities in Australia
As an apprentice, you are an employee and receive workplace rights and entitlements under the Fair Work system, together with the training obligations and protections…
Apprentice Wages in VIC: Weekly Pay Rates by Year (2026–2027)
Wondering how much you will earn as an apprentice in Victoria? You get paid from day one, and your wage rises every year of your…
Apprentice Wages in QLD: Weekly Pay Rates by Year (2026–2027)
Wondering how much you will earn as an apprentice in Queensland? The good news is you get paid from day one, and your wage rises…
How to Become a Carpenter in Australia
Carpentry is a rewarding career that offers plenty of opportunities for growth in the building and construction industry, with even higher-paying supervisory or specialist positions.…
Apprentice Wages in NSW: Weekly Pay Rates by Trade and Year (2026–2027)
Starting an apprenticeship is always a smart move. You’re earning while learning, gaining hands-on experience and setting yourself up for a long-term career. But now…
A Guide to Understanding Apprentice Wages in the ACT
“How much will I earn?” is the biggest question asked when you’re starting out as an apprentice. It’s a fair enquiry, because after all, wages…