Shortage
Critical Shortage
100% of occupations
Australia · Construction & Skilled Trades
Plumbing
Water, drainage, gas and regulated plumbing systems.
Salary range
A$91K–91K
Median A$90,800
2035 outlook
+10.0%
stable
PR signal
Excellent PR
Plumber in critical national shortage. Strong trade PR pathway across all states.
Credentials & pathway
Pathway type
Trade Pathway
Duration
4 years
Qualifications
Certificate III · Certificate IV
Education fields
Engineering and Related Technologies
Certificate III in Plumbing (4 years, apprenticeship). Critical shortage.
Where this leads
Providers & tuition
Cost benchmark — verify before applying
| Provider | Annual fee | Duration | QS |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAFE NSW | A$12,000 | 4 yr | — |
| TAFE QLD | A$11,000 | 4 yr | — |
| Holmesglen TAFE (VIC) | A$12,000 | 4 yr | — |
| South Metropolitan TAFE (WA) | A$11,000 | 4 yr | — |
| TAFE SA | A$11,000 | 4 yr | — |
Data notice
Labour-market signals are derived from mapped occupations, not a guarantee. Verify fees, CRICOS registration, licensing and visa eligibility with the relevant provider and regulator.
JSA Occupation Shortage List 2025JSA Employment ProjectionsABS 6306.0 Employee EarningsCRICOS Course DataCost snapshot · CRICOS feesVerified 2026-07-18