Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation
Chemical and Materials Engineers design and prepare specifications for chemical process systems and the construction and operation of commercial-scale chemical plants, supervise industrial processing and fabrication of products undergoing physical and chemical change, and investigate the properties of metals, ceramics, polymers and other materials and assess and develop their engineering and commercial applications.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
-8%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
-43%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong
The skills that Chemical and Materials Engineers need
Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
- Planning and organising
- Numeracy
- Digital engagement
- Initiative and innovation
- Writing
- Reading
- Learning
- Problem solving
- Oral communication
Where are people currently employed?
| Region | Employed | 1 Year Change | 5 Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|
RegionSouth Australia - South East | Employed10 | 1 Year Change0% | 5 Year Change-23% |
RegionSouth Australia - Outback | Employed12 | 1 Year Change-20% | 5 Year Change-54% |
RegionBarossa - Yorke - Mid North | Employed10 | 1 Year Change0% | 5 Year Change0% |
RegionAdelaide - West | Employed52 | 1 Year Change-9% | 5 Year Change-43% |
RegionAdelaide - South | Employed43 | 1 Year Change2% | 5 Year Change-35% |
RegionAdelaide - North | Employed63 | 1 Year Change-7% | 5 Year Change-43% |
RegionAdelaide - Central and Hills | Employed99 | 1 Year Change-12% | 5 Year Change-47% |
Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia | Skills SA |