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Become a Roof Plumber
Roof plumbers install and maintain the roofing, gutters and stormwater systems that keep buildings weathertight. It’s a hands-on, outdoor trade that combines metalwork, working at heights and an eye for detail.
What does a Roof Plumber do?
Roof plumbers work on homes, commercial buildings and industrial sites - from brand-new builds to re-roofs and repairs.
Install metal roof sheeting and wall cladding
Measure, cut and fit flashings, gutters, downpipes and rainwater goods
Install rainwater tanks, skylights and roof ventilation
Repair and replace damaged roofing and stormwater systems
Work safely at heights using harnesses, scaffolding and edge protection
Read plans and specifications to plan each job
On the tools
Where you could be working
Roof plumbing covers a few different kinds of site, and your host employer shapes which one you spend your days on.
New Homes
Residential roofs from the frame up: battens, trusses and sheeting on houses that are still being built. Most of the work is above ground, on ladders and scaffold.
Typical Sites
Residential roofs, frames, battens, trusses, ladders, scaffolds
Commercial
Large-span commercial and industrial roofs.
Penetrations, gutters, skylights and plant decks on buildings big enough to take a while just to walk.
Typical Sites
Commercial roofs, large spans, roof penetrations, gutters, skylights, plant decks
Maintenance
Repairs and problem-solving on existing roofs. Leaks, storm damage and tired gutters, often on older buildings where finding the cause is half the job.
Typical Sites
Existing roofs, repairs, leaks, gutters, storm damage, domestic and commercial
Not sure which suits you? Tell us in your application and we’ll talk it through at your interview.
Your qualification
Qualification
Certificate III in Roof Plumbing (CPC32620)
DURATION
Usually around four years full-time
TRAINING
On the job, plus trade school blocks
TRADE SCHOOL FEES
Paid for by TAPS
PPE
Provided by TAPS
Depending on your host employer, you may also be eligible for up to $10K through the Key Apprenticeship Program. Qualification details: CPC32420 on training.gov.au
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Drag through your apprenticeship.
Year 1 - indicative weekly wage
$500
Where you start on day one
Finding your feet
What you'll be learning
Working at heights, fall protection and basic sheet metal.
Level of responsibility
Assisting a qualified roof plumber on every task.
Indicative figures only. Wages vary by award, age and prior qualifications.
Your apprenticeship, year by year
Year 1
Learn the basics
Tools, materials and working safely at heights. You’ll assist on roofing and guttering jobs and start trade school.Year 2
Build your skills
Fabricate and install flashings, gutters and downpipes, and take on more of the roofing work.Year 3
Step up
Work more independently on full roof and cladding installations and more complex details.Year 4
Finish strong
Complete your final training and assessments and earn your Certificate III in Roof Plumbing.Safety and registration
Working safely at heights is a big part of the job, and it’s covered in your training from day one. Your TAPS Field Officer can talk you through any registration requirements for roof plumbing work in South Australia.
Is Roof Plumbing right for you?
You love working outdoors
You’re comfortable working at heights
You enjoy working with your hands and tools
You’re precise with measuring and cutting
You like standing back and seeing a finished job