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Chemical and Materials Engineers

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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
5%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
62%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:moderate

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

Course and Training for this occupation

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Where are people currently employed?

Region

South Australia - South East

Employed

10

1 Year Change

0%

5 Year Change

0%

Region

South Australia - Outback

Employed

23

1 Year Change

5%

5 Year Change

64%

Region

Barossa - Yorke - Mid North

Employed

10

1 Year Change

0%

5 Year Change

0%

Region

Adelaide - West

Employed

88

1 Year Change

5%

5 Year Change

83%

Region

Adelaide - South

Employed

80

1 Year Change

7%

5 Year Change

116%

Region

Adelaide - North

Employed

100

1 Year Change

5%

5 Year Change

69%

Region

Adelaide - Central and Hills

Employed

154

1 Year Change

5%

5 Year Change

41%

Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia