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Australia's highest-paid tradie jobs revealed

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There is good money to be made in the trades - but some jobs bring bigger rewards than others.

Seek says there's a growing demand for skilled tradespeople, and as a career path it offers "a relatively high salary and good job security" - without the need for a university degree.

The job-finding website crunched the numbers to find what roles paid the most.

Continue through our gallery to find out what's number one.

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10. Carpenter - $65,000 to $85,000
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10. Carpenter - $65,000 to $85,000

Carpenters are in demand as construction grows and a shortage of skills and experience has emerged in the industry.

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9. Welder - $75,000 to $85,000
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9. Welder - $75,000 to $85,000

"To do this job you'll need attention to detail, physical strength, good hand-eye coordination, and the relevant technical knowledge," Seek said.

Demand for welders is also on the rise.

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8. Plumber - $75,000 - $95,000
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8. Plumber - $75,000 - $95,000

Commercial plumbers and sewer and drain technicians tend to earn higher salaries, Seek says.

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7. Jeweller - $75,000 to $100,000
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7. Jeweller - $75,000 to $100,000

There are a number of ways to become a certified jeweller, some of which don't involve apprenticeships.

Seek said the highest-paid jewellers worked for themselves.

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6. Electrician - $90,000 to $110,000
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6. Electrician - $90,000 to $110,000

Increasing investment in renewables, and the growth of the construction industry, are key factors driving rising demand for electricians.

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5. Rigger - $95,000 to $115,000
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5. Rigger - $95,000 to $115,000

Riggers are in charge of moving heavy equipment and machinery, often involved in tasks like assembling construction scaffolding and moving prefabricated pieces.

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4. Boilermaker - $115,000 to $135,000
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4. Boilermaker - $115,000 to $135,000

Boilermakers build metal structures for anything from boilers, blast furnaces, ships, trains, and bridges.

"Unlike a welder, which is a similar position, a boilermaker is often responsible for ongoing repairs and maintenance of these structures," Seek said.

Their unique skill set means boilermakers are generally in high demand.

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3. Miner - $120,000 to $140,000
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3. Miner - $120,000 to $140,000

Australia's mining industry is one of the national economy's largest sectors.

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2. Site manager - $130,000 to $150,000
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2. Site manager - $130,000 to $150,000

The booming construction industry is again the main driving force behind a need for site managers.

These workers are employed by construction companies to supervise worksites.

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