Electrician - Pay and progression
Kaimahi Hiko
Pay
Pay for electricians varies, but they usually earn between $35,000 and $60,000 a year.
- Apprentices may start out on the minimum training rate or the adult minimum wage, increasing to $15-16 an hour as they pick up skills or complete unit standards.
- Experienced electricians working in specialist fields can earn $80,000 or more.
According to the 2006 Census, electricians earned an average of $44,000 a year.
According to the 2006 Census, electricians earned an average of $44,000 a year and worked an average of 41 hours per week. This includes full and part-time workers.
This information is provided as a guide only
Career Progression
Electricians may progress to become supervisors, or consultants to building construction companies or engineering firms. They may also set up their own businesses.
Updated
September 2009
