2024 is the year of change and if you've been feeling the urge to switch up your career, you are certainly not alone.
Research conducted for SEEK shows that the main reason people look for a new job or change career paths is because they simply aren't getting paid enough — and doing a switch pays off, with people who changed roles scoring themselves a 1.6x greater salary increase than those who stayed in the same job.
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There are also roles out there that show a pretty impressive salary increase for those who do stay in the same job.
Considering this, we took a look at the industries in high demand this year, and focussed on the jobs that have experienced the biggest salary increases recently.
Trades — Fitter Technician.
According to data provided by SEEK, the average salary for a fitter technician in Australia is reported to be $93,400, with a notable salary growth increase of 28 percent year on year*.
Fitters examine drawings, plans, specifications and blueprints in order to fit, assemble and shape machinery parts and equipment. There are quite a few types of fitters, including general fitters, mechanical fitters, maintenance fitters, and fitters and turners.
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