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Powerful women, powering trades
Considering a career that requires strength, skill, and smarts? Join the growing number of women building a successful career as a carpenter, electrician, engineer, plumber, painter, mechanic and more!
At MEGT, we've helped a community of over 85,000 women start their trades careers. From the moment you decide to do an apprenticeship, our team are by your side every step of the way, and we work closely with businesses to help create a future where women are represented and thriving in the trades sector.
Hear from Sally, Apprentice Carpenter about working as a woman in trade
Thinking of becoming an apprentice?
Apprenticeships combine formal study with paid, hands-on training. Typically lasting 2 to 4 years, they provide you with a nationally-recognised qualification that can lead to rewarding job opportunities and career growth.
As an apprentice, you will:
- Earn money while you learn new skills
- Get real-world, hands-on experience
- Learn from industry experts
- Accelerate your career
- Get a nationally-recognised qualification without any student debt
As an apprentice in a male-dominated field, you can get one-on-one support from an 91¹ÙÍømentor. Our mentors work with you as a sounding board and ally; offering advice, feedback and encouragement throughout your apprenticeship.
We can help you navigate which government financial assistance you may be eligible to receive as you complete your apprenticeship.
Trying to decide which trade is right for you?
According to the 2024 Occupation Shortage List, approximately half of the occupations in persistent shortage fall within the Technicians and Trades category. That means there are plenty of job opportunities and demand into the future!
Check out a few of the top trades:
Carpenters and joiners
You love working with tools, machines and mechanical drawings and are goal-oriented and practical.
Median weekly earnings of $1,787*
Air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic
You are practical and have a good eye for detail, love working with your hands and have good concentration skills.
Median weekly earnings of $2,019*
Plumber
You’ll install, repair and maintain critical piping and water systems in residential, commercial and/or industrial settings.
Median weekly earnings of $2,000*
Fitter and Turner
You’ll fit and assemble fabricated metal and create precision machine parts for production machinery and equipment, according to plans.
Median weekly earnings of $2,243*
Electrician
You love applying yourself to hands-on projects and using your curiosity to investigate and fix things.
Median weekly earnings of $2,204*
Landscaper
You love being outdoors getting your hands dirty, making sure everything in an outdoor space looks neat and comes together beautifully.
Median weekly earnings of $1,688*
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*Jobs and Skills Australia Occupation and Industry Profiles, as at February 2025
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