Locksmith
Install, adjust, repair and replace locks and security devices.
Job opportunities
59
Jobs on SEEK right now
Job growth
6.4%*
Projected job growth in 5 years
Salary
$60k
Most common salary
Job satisfaction
4.0
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What can I earn as a Locksmith?
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The most common annual salary in AUS for a Locksmith is between $55k and $65k
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How to become a Locksmith
To work as a trade qualified Locksmith in Australia, you must undertake and complete an Australian Apprenticeship or Traineeship, which are available under Australian Government schemes. The programs consist of a combination of theoretical and practical experiences.
- Locate an employer willing to take you on as an apprentice or trainee.
- Once you have secured an apprenticeship or traineeship, your employer will contact an Australian Apprenticeship Centre (AAC) to organise the required agreements and training components.
- Undertake your theoretical qualification – this is typically a Certificate III in Locksmithing (MEM30805).
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Certificate III in Locksmithing
This qualification will provide you with the technical skills and knowledge needed to work in the locksmithing industry.
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How do Locksmiths rate their role?
Latest reviews from 8 Locksmiths surveyed on SEEK
Work-life balance
3.9
Job satisfaction
4.0
Career progression opportunities
3.3
Job security
4.0
Pay / Salary
2.9
Variety of work
4.6
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Locksmithing has its perks
Reviewer's Qualification
Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
Experience
10+ years
Organisation size
Small (1-19 employees)
Specialisation
Locksmithing
The good things
You get to meet all different people from all walks of life, while helping them you can hear snippets of their lives. I love talking to the customers about their day, whether it is good or bad, they s...
The challenges
You will generally have a roster for being "on call" which is mostly a week at a time where you can get a job/jobs at any time from finishing work at the end of the day to leaving to go to work the fo...
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Locksmithing is hard work and you're comstantly on the go but i love it!
Reviewer's Qualification
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Locksmithing)
Experience
10+ years
Organisation size
Small (1-19 employees)
Specialisation
General Locksmithing
The good things
As a Locksmith i see a different work site every day. I get to meet new people every day and when you really help someone in need it feels amazing.
The challenges
The challenges to being a Locksmith are working on call during the nights and weekends.
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