Plumbers

Plumbers install, maintain and repair pipes, drains, guttering and metal roofing, mechanical services and related equipment for water supply, gas, drainage, sewerage, heating, cooling and ventilation systems.

**Indicative skill level:**

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

#### In Australia:

- AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

#### In New Zealand:

- NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing is required.

**Tasks include:**

- studying blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems and materials required - setting out and installing hot and cold water systems and associated equipment - installing water-based fire protections systems, including fire hydrants, hose reels and sprinkler systems - designing and installing sanitary plumbing and water supply systems, discharge pipes and sanitary fixtures - fabricating and installing soil and waste stacks - assembling and installing mechanical services plant, air handling and conditioning equipment and small bore heating systems - installing sewerage and effluent pumping equipment and disposal systems - installing below-ground drainage systems and associated ground support systems - installing, maintaining and repairing gas mains, piping systems downstream of the billing meter, and appliances and ancillary equipment associated with the use of fuel gases - fabricating and installing metal roofing, rainwater goods and flashings