Locksmith North Shore = Salary will be in around $55 - 70 k depending on your ability and skills + The wage is negotiable and commission

Apprentice Locksmith Sydney = Salary will be $7 - 9k For the first year, + Bonus + Extras

This information has been provided by some of our locksmith over the past years from our Hornsby Locksmith branch , Parramatta Locksmith Branch, Homebush locksmith branch, Ryde Locksmith Branch, and apprentices from Sydney over the years. and is designed to give you an incite and guidance in the locksmith employment. This page was also designed to answer questions about becoming a locksmith in Sydney. We ask you not call or email our staff with any questions you may have, we are much too busy and have provided this page to help, Should you need more information you can find links throughout the page to help you.

If you are interested in becoming an apprentice  it is always helpful to do your research to find out if you have the necessary skills and are properly suited to the industry before you embark on years of training and minimum wage. It is recommended t talk with a locksmith apprentice to get the inside scoop on what its really like in practice, and find ways to help you finish your apprenteship.Some of the areas of advice that are commonly investigated as a potential locksmith apprentice are workplace issues from Award rates, safety, training, and possible other career pathways & information on financial assistance and government initiatives. A lot of people  looking to enter the locksmith industry don't know most of the fine details such as an apprentices can receive government funding to purchase necessary tools and equipment & that as an apprentice, you are entitled to the same rights of on the job safety and security as every employee in the business, regardless of position. It is recommended you read up about apprenticeships and understand the commitment both you and the employer have to make it a successful locksmith apprenticeship. Their are lost of government web sites and additional help along the way !

To become a qualified locksmith, you must complete a locksmith apprenticeship. The off the job training a is also required which is a course which is completed in conjunction with full time work, This is normally one day a week for 3 to 4 years. The course for locksmiths consist of a large number of modules, ranging from lock picking to welding and machining. Acceptance into this course is normally reserved for apprentices only. For more information you can speak with your TAFE training offices.  The length of an apprenticeship is 4 years.

The Locksmith trade falls under Mechanical engineering trade. tradespersons carry out a range of mechanical work on machines and manufactured parts using a range of processes, tools and machines. As a locksmith you will need to become familiar with aspects of mechanical engineering, Not just locks!!

As a locksmith you will need the following abilities. Patience and good communication skills, good mechanical ability , good vision , good health including coordination, ability and patience to undergo further training and continuing training, desire to work and be able to work for long periods, good presentation , and be able to maintain a good quality work ethic witch is honest and trustworthy. It absolutely essential to have a clean criminal record,

One of the main points our locksmith wish to share with new up coming locksmith is to be alert , be aware of being taken advantage of, alot of bosses work their employees for many hours and the pay is the absolute minimum possible by law! This is a common practice and you should be aware of your rights, Maybe working over the weekend is not necessary ? Do your research there are still unions and people who can give you good advice how to keep your apprenticeship and not be exploited. Even if the locksmith company is the biggest it doesn't guarantee its the best for you as an employee. Also be aware that most trades have some kind of way to initiate you into their team, be aware of practical jokes and nasty tricks as an apprentice!!  Have a look around the locksmith workshop and ask your self "would I want to be around these people for the next for years for 30-50 hours a week" Some locksmith shops are small and confined, Being stuck next to some over weight locksmith on a hot day with a ungrateful boss who is always looking for things to complain about , may not be everyone's choice of employment, There are always good and bad, so look before you leap , it could save your time and your potential employers time too.

When choosing to join a locksmith, make sure they have the necessary infrastructure to train you for all the aspects of locksmith, There is little point going through the process and finding out you don't have enough skills to be employable to any other company.

If you are currently a locksmith from a different country and would like to work in Australia as a locksmith you will need to have your trade skills recognized. You can do this by visiting  www.immi.gov.au or click this link . To be a locksmith in Australia you will need to be recognized and possible undertake some local industry training and also apply to the security industry licensing board. See here for SIR

We think it is important to provide you this knowledge to help you, into the Locksmith industry this information was provided by our locksmiths to you to help you make the right choice for your career.