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Journeyman Plumber

Average Journeyman Plumber with Heavy Equipment Operation Skills Hourly Pay in Australia

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AU$24.57
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (AUD)
25%
A$22.61
MEDIAN
A$24.57
75%
A$27.11

The average hourly pay for a Journeyman Plumber is AU$24.57 in 2025

Hourly Rate
AU$23 - AU$27
Total Pay
AU$47k - AU$56k
Based on 7 salary profiles (last updated Nov 06 2021)
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What Do Journeyman Plumbers Do?

Journeyman Plumber Tasks
  • Install and maintain water systems under the guidance of a master plumber.
  • Evaluate site and customer requests to create estimates for time and materials.
  • Assemble, weld, bend, thread, and adjust pipes, tubes, valves, and fittings.
  • Interpret blueprints and architectural diagrams to correctly position and access systems and assess fit to code.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose problems, including interactions between waste, gas, and water systems.
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Common Health Benefits for a Journeyman Plumber

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100%

Gender Breakdown for Journeyman Plumbers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Journeyman Plumbers

What is the highest pay for Journeyman Plumbers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Journeyman Plumber is A$NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Journeyman Plumbers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Journeyman Plumber is A$NaN / hour

How can Journeyman Plumbers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Journeyman Plumber is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Journeyman Plumber that oversees more junior Journeyman Plumbers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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