Locksmiths install, sell, test and maintain locks and related security devices
and systems.
Locksmiths may be required to work weekends, on call and after hours. Some
locksmiths work in mobile units, travelling between jobs. They may also be
required to work in confined spaces and outdoors.
How much can I expect to earn?
Full-time employed Locksmith earn an average of $1026 per week. The [average
annual salary for this job is $53352 excluding super.]
Personal requirements
enjoy technical work
able to cope with the physical demands of the job
able to lift heavy items
good hand-eye coordination
able to work independently or as part of a team
attention to detail
patient and tactful when dealing with customers
good vision and hearing
good verbal and written communication skills.
This job also involves:
Full use of hands/fingers
Use of precision or semi-precision tools or instruments or deft hand movements
are required for these occupations. Included are jobs where poor co-ordination
or incomplete use of hands or fingers may make tasks dangerous or difficult to
undertake.
Good vision for detail
These jobs require you to be able to see clearly to examine items close-up. It
covers jobs where poor vision e.g. tunnel vision, could make the work place
unsafe or the job difficult to undertake, e.g. draftsperson working with
detailed drawings; checkout operator reading dockets; work requiring good
hand-eye co-ordination for working with precision or semi-precision tools.
This occupation offers jobs at the following skill levels:
Skilled Trade Jobs
These jobs do not usually require completion of secondary education, however
further part-time study usually at Certificate III level, and on-the-job
training offered as an apprenticeship, is required.
Study requirements
At school, you can study these subject(s) to get a good foundation for this
occupation:
Industrial Arts
School subjects that include some aspect of INDUSTRIAL ARTS provide a useful
background to these jobs. In some cases an industrial arts-related subject is
a pre-requisite for entry to courses that provide the training for the job.
Duties and tasks of a Locksmith
Locksmiths may perform the following tasks:
sell and install high-security lock systems, key control systems, all types of mechanical locks and keyless-entry locks
repair, replace or adjust damaged or defective components of doors, including door closers, hinges and electronic release mechanisms
change mechanical and electronic key codes
design, manufacture, install and manage restricted master key systems
determine customer security requirements and assess risks through discussion and on-site inspection
assist clients to gain entry to premises, automotive vehicles, safes or high-security storage containers such as filing cabinets
recommend appropriate security and locking systems such as safes, strong rooms, alarms, closed-circuit television (CCTV), and door and window locks
install, replace and maintain locking systems, alarms and access control systems
test the performance of locks and security systems
repair jammed, worn or damaged locks by manipulating, dismantling, repairing or replacing defective parts
sell locks, safes and associated hardware
cut new or duplicate keys for locks and other security systems and devices
keep records of specifications of installed locking systems.
Specialisations
Safe and Vault Technician
A safe and vault technician opens, rebuilds, moves and installs safes.