Structural steel distributors act as the link between the producer and the fabricator. Distributors obtain steel from steel mills from around Australia and supply it to fabricators for major construction projects like high-rise buildings, stadiums, warehouses, bridges and shopping centres.
Steel distributors understand the industry from a holistic perspective. This has vast benefits whether it leads to running your business or working in different areas across the steel supply chain, from marketing and finance, through to management or HR.
Obtains steel from mills around Australia
Transports steel products from the manufacturer to the end-user or construction site
Holds stock that fabricators need supplied on a just-in-time basis
Provides in-depth customer service and sales support
Undertakes activities related to warehousing, logistics and materials handling
Ensures accurate stock control and inventory management
There are no specific education entry requirements although Year 10 or equivalent is preferred. Training can be started while still at school. After school, an apprenticeship may be completed.
A typical entry level position starts from $70,000 per year and with more experience and expertise can increase to $80,000 + per year*.
*Salary or wage variations may depend on region and state, industry sector or the amount of overtime worked.