Steel shed and frame erector

Farmers, rural landowners, homeowners and small businesses, often through shed suppliers or builders who need an erector.

Fixed price per structure based on size, or a day rate. Regular work from shed suppliers can fill gaps between private jobs.

• Reading kit plans
• Practical, hands-on building skills
• Working safely at heights
• Dealing directly with customers

• White card and any high risk work licences needed for lifting or elevated work platforms, check with your state regulator
• Council or building approval is often needed for sheds, check who is responsible for it on each job
• Public liability insurance and workers compensation once you hire
• Physical work in hot weather and at heights, plan for safety and rest
• Check whether your state requires a builder licence or registration for this type of work

Startup costs are typically around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on your ute, hand tools, lifting equipment and insurance. These are estimates only, so get quotes for your own setup before you commit.

Monthly revenue is typically around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on how many jobs you take, your pricing and whether suppliers or builders send you work. This is an estimate of revenue before your costs are taken out.

Check whether you need a white card and any high risk work licences for lifting or elevated work platforms, and whether your state requires a builder licence or registration. Also check who is responsible for council or building approval on each job.