▲11%
AU$21.68
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (AUD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (AUD)
10%
A$16.32
MEDIAN
A$21.68
90%
A$27.98
The average hourly pay for a Metal Fabricator is AU$21.68 in 2025
Hourly Rate
AU$16 - AU$28
Bonus
AU$0 - AU$102
Total Pay
AU$34k - AU$58k
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Common Health Benefits for a Metal Fabricator
Medical
13%
None
88%
Gender Breakdown for Metal Fabricators
Male
85.7%
Female
14.3%
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FAQs About Metal Fabricators
What is the highest pay for Metal Fabricators?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Metal Fabricator is A$27.98 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Metal Fabricators?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Metal Fabricator is A$16.32 / hour
How can Metal Fabricators increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Metal Fabricator 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 Metal Fabricator that oversees more junior Metal Fabricators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.