Construction Steel Work
Can you see yourself being flown out to an oil rig to conduct repairs or to work on a tanker that has just sailed half way around the world? Then it’s possible that a career in Construction Steelwork is something you’d find interesting.
What sort of things do Construction Steel Work workers do?
- Study and interpret drawings and specifications
- Cut, shape and assemble metal sections and pipes
- Assemble parts and structures and join them by welding, bolting or riveting
- Make templates to produce large numbers of identical shapes
- Program and operate numerically-controlled machines
- Perform quality-control checks on items produced
Where do Construction Steel Work workers work?
- For engineering construction firms
- Building sites
- In shipyards
- Oil refineries
- Heavy industry
You may enjoy being a Construction Steel Work if you...
- For engineering construction firms
- Building sites
- In shipyards
- Oil refineries
- Heavy industry
What sort of training do you need?
To work in Construction Steelwork usually requires completion of an Apprenticeship in Engineering – Fabrication Trade. Entry requirements may vary, but employers generally require Year 10 with good results in English and maths. The length of training can vary and may involve both on-the-job and off-the-job components. The off-the-job training is provided through Registered Training Organisations to Certificate III level. You may be able to start training for this occupation while still at school.
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