Hairdressers
Snapshot
Hairdressers cut, style, colour, straighten and permanently wave hair, and treat hair and scalp conditions.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 58700 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $560 |
| How does unemployment compare with other occupations? | average |
| What is the vacancy level for this occupation? | high |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | good |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- providing advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles
- shampooing hair and conditioning scalps
- colouring, straightening and permanently waving hair with chemical solutions
- cutting hair with scissors, clippers and razors
- styling hair into dreadlocks and braids and adding hair extensions
- shaving and trimming beards and moustaches
- cleaning work areas and sanitising instruments
- arranging appointments and collecting payments
- may clean, colour, cut and style wigs and hairpieces.
Job Titles
- Hairdresser