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Sprinkler Fitter

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A Sprinkler Fitter installs, maintains, tests, and repairs fire sprinkler systems, ensuring safety, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • NSW
      • ACT
      • QLD
      • TAS
      • WA
      • NT
      • SA
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a sprinkler fitter

Get qualified to work as a sprinkler fitter with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Sprinkler Fitter generally earns $1,920 per week ($99,840 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry is expected to experience strong growth in employment numbers in coming years. There are currently 91,400 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Sprinkler Fitter. Sprinkler Fitters may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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A Certificate III in Plumbing is an ideal qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Sprinkler Fitter. This course will give you the skills to install and maintain water services, domestic treatment plants, sanitary fixtures, irrigation systems and LPG and gas systems.

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Sprinkler Fitter careers

A Sprinkler Fitter installs and maintains sprinkler systems used as part of fire safety programs. You might install new systems and carry out testing on existing sprinklers. Sprinkler Fitters might repair faulty systems or replace defective parts. You might perform regular inspections and servicing of fire sprinkler systems.

Sprinkler Fitters should have strong technical skills and excellent attention to detail. You’ll need to be able to follow correct procedures and work as part of a team. Sprinkler Fitters require good customer service skills and strong problem solving abilities. You’ll need to be organised and able to manage your time well.