Building Associate
Victoria's building associate sector
There are approximately 51,500 architectural, building and surveying technicians nationwide with Victoria's share at approximately 12,300.
Victoria is currently offering visa sponsorship for building associates.
Earning potential
According to the Australian Government's Job Search website, building associates earn approximately $1250 gross per week.
Wages will vary according to your level of skill and qualification. For more information about your wage earning potential, visit some of the specialty jobseeker sites listed below under finding a job.
Licensing and registration
Registration is only required for building surveyors and inspectors, but not building associates.
Employers
Building associates are employed on construction sites. They may work for building and construction firms and government departments or be self-employed. They are also employed in the manufacturing and engineering sectors.
Industry contacts
Professional bodies and industry associations are a good source of information about building associates in Victoria.
The following bodies may be relevant:
- The Housing Industry Association provides resources to a range of building professionals;
- The Master Builders Association of Victoria also provides information for building associates.
Tip
We strongly advise you not to apply for jobs until your visa to live and work in Australia has been issued. The visa application process can take many months, and employers are unlikely to choose you for a job if you do not know when you will arrive in Australia.
Finding a job
To search for Victorian recruiters who specialise in building associates, visit the Recruitment and Consulting Services Association's Member Index.
For more general information on Victoria’s job market, including where and how to find jobs, and workplace culture, visit our Working & Employment section.
Migrating to Victoria
To find out about how to migrate to Australia, including information about visa nomination from the Victorian Government, visit our Visas & Immigrating section.
Skill Assessment Information
In order to migrate to Victoria, you will also need to have your skills assessed as part of the application process. For more information, see the Building Associate Assessment Information Sheet.
Victoria
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Last updated: 27 July 2009
State Government of Victoria