Technicians and Trades Workers (2024)

• Agriculture Laboratory Technician
• Precision Agricultural Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Examines topographical, physical, and soil characteristics of farmland to determine its most effective use and identify nutrient deficiencies
• Assists Agricultural Research Scientists in developing new methods of planting, fertilising, harvesting, and processing crops to achieve optimum land usage
• Identifies pathogenic microorganisms and insects, parasites, fungi, and weeds harmful to crops and livestock, and assists in devising methods of control
• Provides advice, training, and technical support and services on technology solutions, such as sensors, farm management software, data, and robotics
• Installs, programs, tests, repairs, and maintains advanced agriculture technology and equipment
• Develops, operates, and maintains complex technological systems and equipment in farm production, including analysing data and preparing reports
• Applies geospatial and other technology systems to support primary production, such as automatic tractor guidance systems, variable rate chemical input applications, and survey equipment

• Artificial Insemination Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assists with breeding and raising livestock
• Monitors livestock to evaluate the effectiveness of feed formulae, and assists with the management of livestock nutrition and feeding programs
• Assists in controlled breeding experiments to develop improved livestock strains
• Artificially inseminates livestock for breeding purposes, conducts pregnancy tests, manages lactation, and cares for young animals
• Provides advice on breeding selection and techniques
• Monitors and maintains the health and welfare of livestock
• Collects and collates data for research and animal husbandry purposes

• Fisheries Technical Officer
• Hatchery Technician (Aquaculture)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Monitors and maintains water quality in aquaculture facilities, including the collection and analysis of water samples
• Identifies pathogenic microorganisms, fungi, and other pests harmful to aquatic stock, and assists in devising methods of control
• Examines environmental and other factors that influence the growth, health, and production of aquatic stock
• Monitors aquatic stock to gauge the effectiveness of feed formulae
• Assists in controlled breeding experiments to develop improved aquatic stock strains
• Conducts experiments and tests to improve aquaculture practices
• Provides technical support to Aquaculture Farmers and Fisheries Scientists
• Maintains and repairs equipment and infrastructure in aquaculture facilities

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects goods, ships, aircraft, passengers, plants, and animals, and assesses documentation to confirm compliance with biosecurity requirements
• Undertakes field work, such as insect trapping, plant surveillance, or livestock surveillance, to identify pests and diseases that pose a biosecurity risk
• Issues legal directions to control identified biosecurity risks
• Provides advice about biosecurity matters to customers, clients, staff, and managers
• Identifies trends in biosecurity risks, and reports to superiors to assist in targeting intelligence and risk-based activities
• Participates in biosecurity response activities to control and manage biosecurity incidents
• Maintains records of biosecurity inspections, assessments, and enforcement actions

• Fisheries Inspector

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Patrols and investigates waterways for unlawful fishing activities and the removal of protected marine life
• Conducts inspections of fishing vessels, gear, and equipment to ensure compliance with laws and regulations
• Checks fishing licences and permits to ensure validity
• Monitors and records fishing catches to ensure compliance with catch limits and quotas
• Investigates and responds to reports of illegal fishing activities
• Provides advice and guidance to fishers on sustainable fishing practices
• Educates, advises, and provides information on a wide range of topics relating to fish and their protection
• May initiate or assist in legal action to enforce regulations

• Irrigation Planner

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Conducts site assessments to identify suitable irrigation systems
• Advises on most effective irrigation methods and equipment for efficient water use that meet the needs of the client and comply with regulations and standards
• Designs efficient and cost-effective irrigation systems based on factors, such as water availability, crop type, and soil characteristics
• Calculates water requirements and develops irrigation schedules
• Prepares detailed irrigation plans and specifications, including layout, equipment, and materials
• Collaborates with engineers and other professionals to ensure compliance of irrigation systems with regulations and standards
• Provides technical support and guidance to clients on the use, scheduling, and maintenance of irrigation systems
• Inspects, audits, and evaluates irrigation systems to identify and address any issues or inefficiencies

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects animals prior to slaughter, animal carcases, and meat products to identify product quality issues
• Collects pathological and residue samples to assist with identifying disease, parasites, chemical residues, and contamination in meat processing facilities and products
• Audits and monitors quality procedures at meat processing facilities to ensure compliance with required quality and health standards
• Provides advice and guidance to meat processing facility staff on best practices for disease prevention

• Dairy Quality Assurance Officer
• Meat Quality Assurance Officer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Develops, implements, audits, and monitors quality assurance procedures at farms and primary product processing facilities to ensure compliance with standards
• Advises producers and processors on regulations related to grading, packing, processing, and loading of products
• Ensures that hygiene standards are observed in storage, processing, and packing facilities, and transport vehicles
• Informs producers and the general public of the health implications of diseases and impurities impacting primary products
• May monitor production requirements as they relate to food safety, biosecurity, and quality assurance

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Animal Health Officer
• Food Standards Officer
• Fruit Fly Inspector
• Grain Inspector

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares and sets up anaesthetic equipment and supplies for surgical procedures
• Checks and tests anaesthetic equipment to ensure proper functioning, and assists with the insertion of invasive monitoring devices
• Assists with the positioning and preparation of patients for surgery
• Assists Anaesthetists in administering anaesthesia to patients, and monitors vital signs during procedures
• Cleans and sterilises anaesthetic equipment after use, and participates in the maintenance and inventory of anaesthetic supplies and medications

• Dental Laboratory Assistant

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

• Creates models of the mouth and teeth from impressions taken by a Dentist, Specialist or Dental Prosthetist
• Makes replacement braces, retainers, or dentures for patients using plastic, metal, or ceramic materials
• Crafts braces, mouthguards, and plates for correcting irregular or damaged teeth
• Designs, constructs, and repairs ceramic restorations, such as crowns, bridges, or dentures
• Polishes and finishes braces or retainers before they are placed in a patient's mouth

• Medical Laboratory Assistant
• Medical Laboratory Technical Officer

• Pathology Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares and stains slides and tissue sections to study the cells of blood for histological examination
• Performs diagnostic tests on tissues and fluids, and analyses the chemical constituents of blood, urine, faeces, and tissues
• Tests for diseases by looking for the presence of antibodies and the products of immune response in samples
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability of test results
• Records and analyses test results, and reports findings to medical professionals
• Assists in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases by providing accurate and timely laboratory test results

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares operating theatre for surgical procedures, and cleans and sterilises operating theatre equipment and instruments
• Assists surgical team during operations by passing instruments and supplies
• Monitors and maintains sterile field during surgical procedures
• Handles specimens and prepares them for laboratory analysis
• Assists with positioning and transferring patients before and after surgery
• Provides support to patients in the recovery room, monitoring vital signs and assisting with post-operative care

• Sleep Technician

• Neurophysiological Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Performs routine lung function tests and assists with conducting sleep studies on patients
• Uses and maintains diagnostic equipment for respiratory tests
• Monitors patients on ventilation to ensure proper functioning
• Assists Respiratory and Sleep Scientists in analysing test results and making recommendations

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Dialysis Technician
• Electroencephalographic Technician
• Hyperbaric Technician
• Mortuary Technician (Forensic)
• Ophthalmic Technician
• Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician
• Perfusionist
• Renal Technician

• Dispensary Assistant
• Dispensary Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assists Community Pharmacists in dispensing and labelling prescription medication for patients
• Assists Community Pharmacists in conducting medical history for all patients taking scheduled medications
• Assists with labelling Pharmacist Only Medicines under the direction and supervision of a Community Pharmacist
• Provides advice on appropriate health information, medication, and other conditions to patients
• Maintains stock of non-prescription and prescription medication
• Prepares medication in dosage administration aids

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Conducts medication history with patients, carers, or community health professionals for Hospital Pharmacists
• Prepares a current medicines list for patients
• Documents and refers patients with medicine allergies and adverse drug reactions to Hospital Pharmacists
• Assists Hospital Pharmacists with clinical prioritisation by identifying patients at high risk of medicine-related problems
• Records patients' laboratory data for pharmacist review
• Provides advice on appropriate health information, medication, and other conditions to patients

• Pathology Collector
• Specimen Collector

• Blood Collector

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Gathers necessary equipment and supplies for specimen collection
• Explains the procedure to patients and addresses any concerns or questions
• Prepares the collection site and cleans the area with antiseptic
• Selects the appropriate collection method and collects blood or other specimens from patients
• Labels and properly documents collected specimens for accurate identification and tracking
• Ensures proper handling and storage of collected specimens to maintain integrity and prevent contamination
• Adheres to infection control and safety protocols during specimen collection
• Maintains accurate records of collected specimens and related information
• Collaborates with laboratory staff to ensure timely and accurate processing of specimens

• Chemistry Laboratory Technician
• Dairy Laboratory Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assists in setting up and conducting chemical experiments, tests, and analysis on organic and inorganic chemicals according to existing procedures
• Assists in the fabrication, installation, and modification of chemistry equipment to ensure it meets standards
• Collects samples from production batches, and tests them for impurities and defects
• Sets up and maintains chemistry laboratory equipment, instruments, and inventory
• Assists in monitoring the quality of products and processes at chemical manufacturing facilities to ensure they meet standards and specifications
• Undertakes a limited range of technical activities to support chemical research

• Earth Science Laboratory Technician
• Geology Technician
• Geoscience Laboratory Technician
• Geotechnician
• Meteorological Observer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assists in the collection, preparation, testing, and analysis of rock, soil, and water samples
• Calibrates and maintains testing equipment used by earth scientists
• Assists Geologists, Geophysicists, and other earth scientists in the analysis of data
• Supports earth scientists in practical field operations by planning field work, arranging access to sites, and ensuring supplies and equipment are available for field surveys
• Conducts surveys on field sites and other areas of interest
• Collects, records, and analyses weather conditions information

• Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Officer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assists with the development and maintenance of geographical information system (GIS)
• Creates, maintains, displays, and updates GIS databases
• Works with geospatial technology to assist with data gathering, compilation, mapping, and data analysis
• Produces accurate maps and other representations of data for use in activities, such as fieldwork
• Conducts fieldwork to resolve conflicting information and ensure the accuracy of data
• Records and documents details of map updates, additions, and/or deletions

• Hydrographic Technician
• Water Monitoring Officer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Performs routine mathematical calculations, and assists in undertaking measurements for surveying and charting bodies of water
• Installs, calibrates, and maintains hydrography equipment to monitor water levels and flow, meteorology, sediments, and water quality
• Assists in the collection of water surveying data, such as coastline identification, bed relief or depth, and heights of water in oceans, rivers, or lakes, using navigation systems
• Measures the depth of water bodies, and monitors turbidity and the accumulation of silt
• Uses underwater acoustic equipment to establish and monitor tidal data and outline coastlines

Registration or licensing may be required.

Fisheries technical officers are excluded from this occupation. Fisheries technical officers are included in Occupation 311133 Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician.

• Biological Technical Officer
• Environmental Technical Officer
• Forestry Technician
• Microbiology Analyst
• Veterinary Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assists in the collection and identification of living organisms
• Assists in maintaining records of collected specimens
• Assists with experiments conducted on living organisms and analysis of data collected about them
• Provides technical services and support for scientists in several fields, including biology, agriculture, and environmental science
• Examines and collects body fluids or tissue from animals for scientific analysis or veterinary inspection
• Observes and records the health and behaviour of animals in laboratories, veterinary clinics, and agricultural settings

• School Laboratory Manager

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares, distributes, and sets up samples and/or demonstrations, equipment, and associated scientific materials for practical teaching laboratory use
• Assists science teaching staff with demonstrations, instruction of students on the use of equipment during science experiments, and the application of safety measures
• Maintains scientific teaching resources, classrooms, storerooms, preparation rooms, and laboratories in a clean, safe, orderly, and secure manner
• Operates laboratory equipment, and performs routine operator maintenance and instrument calibrations as required, in compliance with manufacturer specifications
• Maintains a safe laboratory waste storage and disposal system in accordance with departmental guidelines
• Works within a budget to ensure that laboratories have the correct equipment to carry out practicals
• Performs record keeping and stocktaking of equipment and materials within the science department
• Ensures personal protective equipment (PPE) is in working order, communicates safety concerns to teachers, and writes standard operating procedures for equipment and processes to ensure student and staff safety

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Calibration Technician
• Drug and Alcohol Tester
• Environmental Field Technician
• Fibre Technologist
• Fingerprint Expert
• Textile Technical Officer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Collates and organises technical building information, interprets designs, and uses models to display architectural plans and specifications using computer-aided design (CAD) software and drawings
• Assists Architects and building designers by converting designs into blueprints and models
• Interprets designs for Construction Managers, and assists in resolving design construction issues by modifying blueprints and relaying any changes under the instruction of Architects and building designers
• Monitors the technical progress of projects to ensure compliance with design specifications, building codes, and health and safety standards
• May coordinate and manage building information modelling (BIM) architecture software, or develop and implement BIM standards for workplaces

• Architectural Associate
• Architectural Draftsperson

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Consults with Architects, builders, and clients to understand design requirements and gather feedback on building designs, and prepares early design models for engineering and estimation purposes using building information modelling (BIM)
• Takes measurements and dimensions, and performs other routine calculations for building or renovation design layouts
• Provides design recommendations to clients based on factors, such as budget and building site consideration
• Produces architectural documentation for sketch design and to support applications to councils
• Prepares building designs, models, concepts, and estimations using computer-aided design software (CAD), 3D modelling and BIM software
• Ensures building, renovation, and extension designs comply with regulations and standards, and client, certifier, and consultant requirements

• Steel Detailer
• Structural Steel Detailer
• Truss Detailer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Uses BIM technology to prepare plans, drawings and other documents, including specifications for materials required, detailed measurements, and installation instructions for building contractors
• Determines the appropriate material for each task based on design plans, and ensures that all designs meet relevant standards and regulations
• Performs calculations to estimate the quantity of materials required to complete a project
• Develops detailed 3D models to detect model clashes to mitigate construction delays and site rectification costs
• Collaborates with Architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure the accurate translation of designs into construction plans

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Consults with clients to prepare outdoor design briefs suitable for the site and the client's lifestyle, budget and preferred aesthetic
• Assesses local site conditions to determine factors that may impact landscape designs
• Explores applications of materials, techniques and trends in landscape design
• Prepares design concepts and drawings for residential gardens including all elements of the hard landscaping design, lighting, soils, drainage and irrigation
• Specifies materials and products used in the construction of landscapes to achieve the desired result for clients
• Collaborates with other professionals, builders and associated trades to prepare landscape construction cost estimates for clients
• Provides advice on ornamental and amenity horticulture, soil improvement, and functional outdoor design in keeping with the surrounding architecture
• Provides recommendations for the ongoing maintenance of newly constructed landscapes or gardens

• Survey Draftsperson

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares sketches used to place physical markers on land to define the accurate position of features such as existing property boundaries, proposed building layouts, utilities and road margins on building, construction and mine sites
• Processes data and makes calculations recorded from fieldwork and surveys to prepare detail and feature plans, maps, and technical reports
• Maintains and calibrates surveying equipment to ensure accuracy
• Analyses, interprets, and manipulates survey data to create computer-aided design (CAD) and other information models

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Landscaping Draftsperson
• Town Planning Assistant

• Electrical Installation Inspector
• Swimming Pool Inspector

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Undertakes pre-purchase building inspections on behalf of clients and prepares pre-purchase reports
• Identifies non-structural defects, structural issues, and conditions that may contribute to structural issues in buildings, and provides reports on their severity along with recommendations for a course of actions to be undertaken within a suggested timeframe
• Advises builders, contractors, and property owners on building regulations and requirements
• May carry out inspection of buildings to verify if building work complies with approved permits, and legislative and building regulations, and produces reports on their non-compliance at the request of a Building Surveyor

• Energy Efficiency Assessor
• Thermal Performance Assessor

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Uses approved software and information from building plans to model potential consumption of energy for heating and cooling purposes to verify compliance with national building codes
• Assesses and certifies the thermal performance of buildings
• Advises on building orientation, materials, and construction to improve thermal performance
• Measures and prepares reports on the energy use of buildings, including appliances, heating and cooling, and solar batteries
• Collaborates with Architects, building designers, building surveyors, and energy and sustainability engineers to optimise the thermal performance of buildings

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Conducts site inspections of plumbing installations to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations
• Reviews plans and specifications for plumbing installations to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations
• Issues permits and certificates of compliance for plumbing installations
• Investigates complaints and reports of non-compliance with plumbing regulations
• Provides advice and guidance to Plumbers and property owners on compliance requirements
• Prepares reports and documentation detailing findings and recommendations for corrective action
• Collaborates with other regulatory agencies and stakeholders to ensure consistent enforcement of plumbing regulations

• Boilers and Pressure Vessels Inspector
• Gas Inspector
• Lifts and Cranes Inspector
• Mines Inspector
• Work Health and Safety Inspector

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Examines equipment specifications, and inspects and tests machines, equipment, and clothing to monitor and enforce compliance with safety standards and serviceability
• Inspects factories and other work sites to ensure compliance with government and industry standards and regulations
• Investigates workplace accidents, incidents, and complaints related to workplace health and safety
• Assists in conducting safety meetings and campaigns, and organising training in general safety principles, in keeping with regulations
• Advises organisations on ways to comply with work health and safety legislative and regulatory requirements
• May issue notices to enforce immediate compliance under work health and safety legislation and if necessary, impose penalties or recommend prosecutions for breaches

• Building Estimator

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Reviews project plans and specifications to understand project requirements, then projects the overall costs of materials, labour, and planning of construction
• Tracks construction progress to ensure the project is completed within budget
• Conducts site visits to gather information and assess project conditions
• Researches and obtains quotes, then negotiates deals with suppliers and subcontractors
• Collaborates with architects, engineers, and contractors to clarify project details
• Prepares and presents cost plans to clients and stakeholders, and recommends ways to reduce costs
• Assists in the negotiation and settlement of project tenders

• Asphalt Supervisor
• Earthmoving Supervisor

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Supervises, coordinates, and participates in civil construction work
• Assists Construction Site Supervisors to monitor construction programs, organise resources, and resolve issues
• Directs and monitors subcontractors, suppliers, and plant hirers, and conducts briefings with work crews to deliver project information and assign tasks
• Provides technical support to work teams on issues, such as plant or machine operation, and ensures plant and machinery is maintained and operated in accordance with safety standards
• Maintains a daily record of site activities for reporting to Construction Site Supervisors

• Building Site Manager
• Building Site Supervisor
• Construction Foreperson

• Demolition Supervisor

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Coordinates and schedules construction activities, including the delivery of materials and equipment to site
• Oversees and directs construction workers and subcontractors
• Implements and enforces safety protocols and procedures on construction sites
• Reviews and interprets construction plans and specifications, and inspects construction sites to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations
• Collaborates with Architects, engineers, and other professionals involved in the construction process
• Conducts regular site meetings to communicate project progress and address any concerns, and resolves any issues or conflicts that arise

• Civil Designer

• Hydraulic Designer (Civil)
• Road Designer
• Structural Draftsperson
• Transport Designer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering projects
• Uses computer design software to convert civil engineering sketches into digital documents
• Creates topographical and relief maps of locations hosting new civil development projects
• Incorporates design changes and updates into existing drawings and plans based on feedback from engineers and architects

• Civil Laboratory Technician
• Hydraulic Engineering Technician (Civil)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares sketches, drawings, and tabulations to assist in the design and planning of civil engineering projects
• Performs laboratory testing and analyses data from construction sites to support Civil Engineering Professionals
• Assists with the inspection, organisation, and supervision of civil engineering works to ensure adherence to project timelines and compliance with engineering specifications and safety standards
• Assists with estimating quantities and costs of materials and labour required for civil engineering projects

• Electrical Engineering Design Draftsperson
• Electrical Engineering Detail Draftsperson
• Electrical Engineering Drafting Officer
• Relays Draftsperson
• Substation Design Draftsperson

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares detailed drawings, plans, and diagrams of electrical installations and circuitry
• Collaborates with Electrical Engineers and Engineering Technologists to ensure the accuracy of electrical drawings and plans
• Uses computer-aided design (CAD) software to create and modify electrical drawings and plans
• Conducts site visits to gather information and measurements for electrical installations
• Calculates and determines dimensions, materials, and specifications for electrical installations and circuitry
• Inspects electrical designs for compliance with design specifications and government regulations

• Electrical Engineering Technical Officer

• Electrical Estimator
• Electrical Instrument Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Supports and assists Electrical Engineers and Engineering Technologists in designing and developing electrical systems
• Installs, commissions, tests, monitors, repairs, and maintains electrical systems, ensuring systems are in line with relevant safety regulations
• Assists in estimating material costs and quantities for electrical work in industrial or commercial sectors to support engineering teams
• Ensures relevant documentation is up to date, including the writing of service reports for electrical systems
• Collects data, conducts tests, and reports on test results utilising various formats, including the use of computer-aided design (CAD), graphs, charts, tabulations, and calculations for clarity

• Maintenance Scheduler
• Maintenance Superintendent
• Shutdown Coordinator
• Shutdown Planner

• Aircraft Maintenance Planner
• Electrical Maintenance Planner
• Mechanical Maintenance Planner
• Rail Maintenance Planner

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares preventative maintenance plans and schedules, following the organisation's maintenance goals
• Coordinates planned downtimes to minimise interference with production or service schedules
• Adjusts schedules to include emergency work
• Collaborates with procurement staff to ensure availability of necessary maintenance materials and supplies
• Ensures compliance with existing maintenance procedures and regulations

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Manages the operation and maintenance of a ship's mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam-generating, and fire control systems
• Conducts regular inspections of machinery and equipment, and diagnoses issues on board the ship
• Plans and coordinates repair and maintenance activities
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and procedures in the operation of equipment
• Keeps records of equipment performance, fuel consumption, and maintenance activities
• Orders and maintains inventory of spare parts and supplies for the ship's machinery

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Navigates vessels through harbours, sounds, straits, bays, rivers, lakes, or ports
• Advises the best route for safe passage of a vessel
• Provides expert knowledge of a port or waterway, including tides, water depths, local winds, currents, and marine traffic
• Communicates with other vessels to prevent collision or advise of adverse conditions
• Monitors weather conditions and water currents using various instruments, such as anemometers, barometers, and thermometers
• Ensures compliance with maritime laws, regulations, and safety procedures

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects and examines vessels and equipment to ensure compliance with international and national regulations, and identifies any damage or defects
• Reviews and interprets technical drawings, plans, and specifications related to ship construction
• Conducts surveys and inspections during construction, repair, or maintenance
• Assesses damage to vessels on behalf of insurance companies for insurance claims
• Tests and evaluates ship systems, such as navigation and communication
• Documents survey findings and recommendations, evaluating the vessel's overall condition
• Advises ship owners, operators, and builders on compliance issues

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Plans and coordinates fishing operations, including determining fishing locations and methods
• Operates fishing equipment and machinery
• Directs and supervises crew members in fishing activities
• Monitors weather conditions and adjusts fishing operations accordingly
• Inspects and maintains fishing gear and equipment
• Ensures compliance with fishing regulations and quota
• Records and reports catch data, including species, quantity, and location
• Processes and preserves catch, including cleaning, gutting, and freezing
• Manages and maintains the safety and security of a fishing vessel
• Communicates with other fishing vessels and authorities for safety and assistance

Registration or licensing is required.

Marine Pilots are excluded from this occupation. Marine Pilots are included in Occupation 313432 Marine Pilot.

• Ship's Captain

• Tug Master

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Manages and controls the movement of a vessel
• Oversees the interpretation of navigational instruments to ensure a vessel's course is maintained
• Adjusts a vessel's course according to weather conditions
• Communicates with port authorities
• Plans and schedules a vessel's route, considering factors, such as weather, tides, and cargo requirements
• Oversees the loading and unloading of cargo and/or passengers
• Implements emergency procedures in case of accidents, storms, or unforeseen events
• Ensures compliance with maritime laws, regulations, and safety procedures

• Deck Officer

• Navigating Officer (Ship's)
• Seaman Officer (Navy)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Navigates and controls the safe operation of a ship
• Supervises and coordinates the activities of deck crew
• Assists in the planning of a ship's course and monitors its progress
• Ensures compliance with maritime regulations and safety procedures
• Manages cargo operations and equipment inspections
• Maintains accurate records of a ship's activities, including logbooks and reports
• Communicates with other ships, ports, and authorities

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Boating Safety Officer
• Marine Safety Officer
• Vessel Traffic Officer

• Mine Deputy
• Mining Leading Hand

• Explosive Risk Zone (ERZ) Controller
• Mining Production Supervisor
• Open Cut Examiner
• Quarry Supervisor (Open Pit Mining)
• Underground Mining Supervisor

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Supervises and coordinates the work of miners
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and procedures in mining operations
• Inspects mining areas to identify potential hazards and risks
• Trains and educates miners on safety protocols and procedures
• Monitors and evaluates the performance of miners in relation to safety practices

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Conducts scheduled maintenance, quality control checks, and electrical safety inspections of biomedical equipment to ensure safe and effective operation
• Installs and calibrates biomedical equipment or components
• Demonstrates and assists with the operation of specialised biomedical equipment
• Cleans, repairs, and replaces biomedical equipment when necessary

• Broadcast Engineer
• Hearing Aid Technician
• Simulator Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Collects data, performs analysis, and maintains and repairs electronic systems
• Conducts tests on components and equipment to ensure functionality and performance in line with industry standards
• Assembles circuitry and electronic components according to engineering specifications
• Assists electronics engineers and engineering technologists in designing and developing electronic systems
• Installs, configures, calibrates, and adjusts electronic instruments and equipment
• Documents test results, data analysis, and circuitry assembly procedures

• Mechanical Designer

• Hydraulic Designer (Mechanical)
• Piping Designer
• Tool Designer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares detailed drawings and plans of mechanical engineering work
• Ensures plans and drawings of mechanical engineering work comply with industry standards and regulations
• Creates detailed blueprints that manufacturers can use for mass production of mechanical parts
• Uses computer-aided design (CAD) software and 3D printing to create models of mechanical parts, and specify product dimensions and quantity of materials needed

• Hydraulic Technician (Mechanical)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Conducts tests of mechanical systems, machines, or parts to evaluate performance and identify issues
• Assists mechanical engineers and engineering technologists in the design and development of mechanical systems
• Collects and analyses data from tests and experiments of machines, components, and materials
• Assists in quality control checks and inspections of mechanical installations, components, and systems
• Installs parts or machinery to ensure they meet performance targets and work as intended

• Fire Assayer
• Welding Engineering Technician
• Welding Inspector (Non-NDT)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Obtains, measures, and prepares ore samples for testing
• Reviews and approves welding procedures
• Conducts metallurgical laboratory test work to troubleshoot performance and advise on how to improve manufacturing techniques
• Inspects, measures, and assesses the quality and strength of welds to ensure they comply with standards and specifications
• Assists metallurgists and other professionals in the use of complex equipment for metal production

• NDT Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Uses NDT techniques to study the properties of materials and structures
• Uses NDT techniques to test materials at all stages of a manufacturing or construction process
• Tests and identifies product flaws and structural weaknesses using NDT techniques
• Conducts NDT to determine where corrosion may occur and how it will spread
• Calibrates and maintains NDT equipment

• Electronic Engineering Draftsperson
• Mining Detail Draftsperson
• Shipbuilding Draftsperson

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares detailed drawings, plans, and illustrations according to client specifications, and industry standards and regulations
• Uses computer-aided design (CAD) software and other drafting tools to create accurate and precise technical drawings and plans
• Consults with clients and collaborates with engineers and other professionals to ensure that drawings and plans meet project requirements

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Automation Technician
• Condition Monitoring Technician
• Hotel Engineer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Installs and configures ICT hardware, including desktop, laptop, and smart devices
• Tests, troubleshoots, and repairs desktop laptop and smart devices
• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs peripheral ICT equipment, such as terminals, printers, and network hardware
• Installs and maintains networks, servers, and network equipment

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Installs and configures radio and communication systems
• Operates, upgrades, and maintains radio communications technical instruments, infrastructure, devices, network systems, and field equipment
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots malfunctions in radio and communication systems
• Repairs or replaces faulty components in radio and communication systems
• Tests, analyses performance data, validates, and calibrates radio and communication equipment to ensure proper functioning
• Monitors and analyses radio frequency signals to identify and resolve interference issues

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Plans and designs telecommunications networks and associated equipment
• Commissions and monitors the installation of telecommunications networks and equipment
• Provides technical advice and information to clients and colleagues
• Identifies complex problems in telecommunications networks and equipment
• Initiates action to resolve complex problems in telecommunications networks and equipment
• Tests and evaluates the performance of telecommunications networks and equipment

• Telecommunications Network Planner

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Conducts surveys and studies to assess the current state of the telecommunications network infrastructure
• Monitors the overall reliability, capacity, and performance of the network
• Analyses data and identifies areas for improvement and expansion in the network
• Formulates strategies and plans for the enhancement of customer access telecommunications network infrastructure
• Creates detailed plans, cost estimates, and budget proposals for network infrastructure projects
• Collaborates with engineers and technicians to plan, design, and implement network infrastructure projects
• Coordinates with local authorities and utility companies to obtain necessary permits and approvals
• Monitors the progress of network infrastructure projects against the specified time and budget
• May troubleshoot equipment or systems issues as appropriate

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Monitors and optimises the performance of telecommunications networks
• Diagnoses and repairs faults in telecommunications networks
• Selects and installs telecommunications equipment
• Conducts tests and measurements on telecommunications equipment and networks

• Webmaster

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Installs, configures, and maintains web servers and related software
• Implements website security measures, such as firewalls, antivirus software, and secure sockets layer (SSL) certificates
• Monitors website traffic and performance, and identifies and troubleshoots issues that affect performance
• Ensures backup and disaster recovery plans are in place to protect websites and web applications from data loss and downtime
• Installs and configures website software, such as content management systems and web analytics tools

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Applications Packager
• Data Centre Technician
• Information Systems Technician (Defence)
• Provisioning Officer

• ICT Help Desk Officer
• ICT Service Desk Analyst

• Network Support Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Supports customers in resolving technical incidents with computer hardware and software
• Installs and deploys software to meet customer needs
• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and resolves connectivity issues
• Provides basic user training on computer hardware and software

• Aged Care Chef
• Chef de Partie
• Commis Chef
• Demi Chef
• Hospital Chef

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assists in the planning of menus and determining food quantities and costs
• Prepares and cooks food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
• Monitors food quality and presentation
• Manages and trains Cooks and Kitchenhands in food preparation, cooking techniques, and food safety
• Orders and maintains inventory of food and kitchen supplies, ensuring it meets daily production needs
• Collaborates with management to develop new dishes and improve existing recipes
• Coordinates with front-of-house staff to ensure efficient food service
• Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen

• Biscuit Maker
• Dough Maker

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Weighs and measures ingredients according to recipes
• Mixes ingredients to form dough or batter using electric mixers or by hand
• Operates machines which roll, knead, shape and mould dough, slice bread, and cut biscuits
• Coordinates the forming, loading, baking, unloading, depanning and cooling of batches of bread, rolls, and other products
• Decorates and garnishes baked goods as required
• Orders and maintains inventory of baking supplies and ingredients
• Maintains the cleanliness of equipment and operation of a bakery before production runs to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
• May take orders from customers and handle payments

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Selects and inspects meat to ensure quality and freshness
• Cuts, trims, and prepares meat according to customer requirements
• Operates meat processing machines, such as slicers, grinders, and tenderisers
• Weighs, labels, and packages meat products for sale or supply
• Maintains cleanliness and hygiene standards in meat preparation and display areas
• Manages inventory and orders meat supplies as needed
• Creates and maintains attractive displays of meat products
• Assists customers to select and purchase meat products
• Prepares and produces smallgoods, such as sausages, bacon, and ham
• Monitors the smallgoods production process to ensure quality, hygiene, and efficiency

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience

• Plans and prepares menus for dining or catering enterprises
• Inspects and selects ingredients for cooking
• Measures, cleans, chops, blends, seasons, heats, and cools food
• Monitors food cooking processes to ensure proper cooking and presentation
• Coordinates, supervises, and collaborates with kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking
• Cleans and maintains kitchen equipment and utensils
• Monitors and maintains inventory of food supplies and equipment
• Assists in the development of new recipes and menu items

• Cake Decorator

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Weighs and measures ingredients according to recipes
• Makes, mixes, kneads, shapes, and moulds dough for various pastries and desserts
• Prepares pastry fillings
• Bakes buns, cakes, pastries, and desserts, monitoring oven temperatures and product appearance
• Decorates and finishes pastries, cakes, and desserts with icing, glaze, or other toppings
• Orders and maintains inventory of pastry supplies and ingredients
• Maintains the cleanliness of equipment and operation of a kitchen to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
• Collaborates with other kitchen staff to coordinate pastry production

• Boilermaker

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Studies blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine fabrication job requirements
• Measures and marks out the size, shape, and location of cutouts and joints on metal stock
• Uses specialised tools to cut, bend, or shape metal into the desired structure or product
• Joins metal sections together by welding, bolting, and riveting
• Examines welds for width of bead, penetration, and precision, and performs necessary repairs or reworks
• Cleans and smooths welds by filing, chiselling, and grinding
• May program machinery or computer-aided fabrication tools to optimise the metal fabrication process

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Reads and interprets blueprints and technical specifications to determine appropriate welding techniques for pressurised systems
• Examines welds for width of bead, penetration, and precision, and performs necessary repairs or reworks
• Shapes, bends, cleans, and smooths metal sections and pipes using hand and machine tools, and by heating, hammering, filing, and chiselling
• Welds pressurised pipelines used for transporting oil, gas, and other high-pressure substances
• Conducts tests on welds to ensure there are no leaks in the pressurised systems
• Applies post-weld treatments to relieve stress and enhance the strength of the welded joints on pressure-containing equipment

• Special Class Welder

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Interprets engineering drawings and specifications to determine welding requirements
• Applies appropriate welding techniques to join metal sections
• Monitors and adjusts welding parameters to ensure quality and integrity of welds
• Cleans welds by filing, chiselling, and grinding
• Inspects and tests welded joints for defects and compliance with specifications

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Collaborates with clients to understand their specific metalworking needs
• Heats metal blocks, bars, and rods in a forge, then shapes the metal using hammers, anvils, and other tools
• Welds or joins metal pieces together
• Trims, cuts, and files metal to remove excess material
• Repairs damaged metal articles by heating and reshaping them
• Inspects finished products for quality and accuracy

• Galvaniser

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Sets up and operates electroplating equipment
• Prepares electrolytic and silver solutions for electroforming, and applies solution to the objects to be coated
• Cleans, prepares, descales, and removes all oxides from the surface of metal materials with cleaning solutions, such as acids, alkalis, and preflux solutions
• Masks areas not to be electroplated with silicon or oil-based paints
• Places articles in zinc solution for surface coating to reach government or manufacturing specifications
• Tests and adjusts plating solutions to maintain desired specifications
• Inspects plated articles and parts for defects and quality

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects horses' hooves and assesses their condition
• Trims and shapes horses' hooves
• Measures horses' hooves for appropriate shoe size
• Fits and nails horseshoes securely onto hooves
• Provides advice to horse owners on hoof care and shoeing
• Prevents disease and cultivates overall hoof health

• Moulder

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Sets up and operates equipment and machinery for sand moulding and core making
• Produces and prepares moulds and cores using boxed and boxless moulding
• Packs and compacts sand to ensure proper mould formation
• Pours molten metal into prepared casts to create metal castings
• Inspects moulds and cores for defects and repairs, or replaces as necessary
• May setup, use, and program robotic machinery with appropriate metal working tools to finish metal products

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Selects appropriate polishing materials and equipment
• Applies polishing compounds or abrasive materials to metal surfaces
• Uses hand tools or power tools to polish metal surfaces
• Removes scratches, blemishes, or other marks from metal surfaces
• Grinds and smooths welded seams and joints
• Inspects polished surfaces for defects or imperfections
• Applies protective coatings or finishes to polished metal surfaces

• Sheetmetal Fabricator

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Studies blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine job, material, and equipment requirements
• Selects metal stock, such as stainless steel, galvanised iron, mild steel, aluminium, and copper, and checks sizes, gauges, and other dimensions of metal stock against specifications
• Marks out metal stock with reference points and lines, using templates, gauges, and other measuring instruments
• Cuts metal stock along guidelines using hand and power shears, computerised laser, and plasma cutters, guillotines, and drills
• Shapes and forms cut metal stock into products using folding and bending machines, rollers, presses, and hammers
• Fits and assembles components into final products by welding, riveting, soldering, brazing, and otherwise joining
• Finishes products by polishing, filing, sanding, and cleaning assembled products
• May specialise in fabrication, or on-site assembly and installation, of sheetmetal products
• May produce aircraft sheetmetal components

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)

• Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Electrical)
• Armament Technician (Defence)
• Avionics Technician (Defence)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects and tests aircraft electrical and avionic systems to identify any faults or damage, and ensure aircraft are functioning within safety regulations and standards
• Repairs or replaces faulty or damaged aircraft electrical and avionic systems
• Installs new aircraft electrical and avionic system components, including instruments, radio and communication equipment, and navigation systems
• Performs and documents regular maintenance and servicing of aircraft electrical and avionic systems
• May manufacture aircraft electrical and avionic hardware components

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

• Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Engines)
• Aircraft Mechanic
• Aviation Technician Aircraft (Navy)
• Aircraft Technician (Army, Air Force)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects and tests aircraft hydromechanical and flight systems and components to identify any faults, wear, defects, or damage, and ensures aircraft are functioning within safety regulations and standards
• Repairs or replaces faulty or damaged aircraft hydromechanical and flight systems or components
• Installs new aircraft hydromechanical and flight systems, including engines, ancillary motors, brakes, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, airframes, and subassemblies
• Performs and documents regular maintenance and servicing of aircraft hydromechanical and flight systems
• May manufacture aircraft hydromechanical, flight system, and subassembly components

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures)

• Aircraft Structural Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects, dismantles, modifies, and reassembles aircraft and/or space vehicle structures to identify damage, defects, or wear, and ensures structures are functioning within safety regulations and standards
• Repairs or replaces damaged or worn components of aircraft and/or space vehicle structures
• Works with both metal and carbon fibre composite materials to repair or replace aircraft and/or space vehicle structures
• Performs and documents regular maintenance and servicing of aircraft and/or space vehicle structures
• May manufacture aircraft and/or space vehicle structural components

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Supervises and coordinates aircraft and/or space vehicle maintenance activities and personnel
• Inspects and tests aircraft and/or space vehicle maintenance is compliant with regulatory standards
• Assesses, determines the cause of, and rectifies, aircraft and/or space vehicle defects, and provides technical guidance and support to maintenance staff
• Confirms aircraft and/or space vehicle maintenance has been completed and documented, and certifies aircraft and/or space vehicle parts as airworthy
• May assist with aircraft defect analysis and investigations

• Diesel Fitter-Mechanic
• Drill Fitter
• Fitter-Machinist
• Fitter-Mechanic
• Locomotive Maintainer
• Maintenance Fitter
• Mechanic (Diesel and Heavy Earthmoving Equipment)
• Stationary Plant Mechanic

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Reads and interprets engineering drawings and specifications
• Measures and fits metal components using hand tools, power tools, and machines
• Fits fabricated metal parts into products and assembles metal parts and subassemblies to produce machines and equipment
• Repairs and maintains machines and equipment by replacing or repairing faulty parts
• Operates machines and equipment to fabricate metal components
• Tests and adjusts machines and equipment to ensure proper functioning

• Fitter Armament (Army)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Reads blueprints and technical specifications to understand the requirements for the metal component to be machined
• Prepares and configures machine tools for specific jobs, and ensures correct fixtures, settings, and tools are applied
• Forms metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore, and drill metal to specific dimensions
• Fits and assembles metal parts and subassemblies according to engineering specifications
• Checks fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance, and fit using precision measuring instruments
• Tests and adjusts completed machines and equipment to ensure proper functioning
• Performs operational maintenance of machinery

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Interprets engineering drawings and specifications
• Measures metal components for cutting, shaping, and welding
• Fits and assembles metal parts according to engineering specifications
• Cuts and shapes metal components using hand and power tools
• Welds metal components using various welding techniques
• Cleans welds by filing, chiselling, and grinding
• Inspects and tests welded components for quality and compliance with specifications

• Automotive Machinist
• Computer Numerical Control Machinist (Metal)
• Engine Reconditioner

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Reads blueprints and technical specifications to understand the requirements for the metal component to be machined
• Prepares and configures machine tools for specific jobs and ensures correct fixtures, settings and tools are applied
• Forms metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal
• Checks fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments
• Polishes, deburs and finishes the machined parts to ensure they meet the specified finish quality
• May program and operate computer numerical control (CNC) machines to guide machine tools in producing parts

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Printing Engineer
• Sewing Machine Technician
• Textile Mechanic
• Valve Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Interprets engineering drawings to determine pattern requirements
• Prepares materials for pattern construction
• Tests and modifies patterns for desired results
• Creates moulds and core boxes for casting processes
• Constructs engineering models using woodworking tools
• Maintains and repairs patterns

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares engraving equipment and materials
• Selects tools and techniques for engraving on various surfaces
• Inscribes letters, figures, and designs on different materials
• Ensures accuracy and precision in engraving
• Inspects engraved surfaces for quality and adherence to specifications
• Collaborates with clients or designers on engraving requirements

• Armourer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects, tests, maintains, and repairs firearms, ammunition, and protective gear to ensure proper functioning and compliance with licensing and safety regulations
• Modifies, alters, and calibrates rifles, revolvers, and other firearms for optimisation
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks, including cleaning and lubricating weapons to ensure proper functioning of weapons and armour
• Carries out destruction of obsolete firearms and other controlled items
• Maintains detailed records of equipment maintenance, repairs, and inspections
• May oversee the storage, distribution, and inventory of ammunition

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects and assesses security requirements of premises
• Installs locks, deadbolts, and other security devices on doors, windows, and other entry points
• Repairs and maintains locks and security systems
• Cuts and duplicates keys
• Changes lock combinations and codes
• Installs and maintains electronic security systems, such as alarms and access control systems
• Provides advice and recommendations to clients on security measures
• Responds to emergency lockouts and provides lockout services

• Camera Repairer
• Scalemaker
• Scientific Instrument Maker and Repairer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assembles mechanical precision instruments and equipment according to specifications
• Installs precision instruments and equipment in designated locations
• Tests, calibrates, and adjusts the performance of precision instruments for accuracy
• Diagnoses and repairs faults in precision instruments
• Cleans and maintains precision instruments and equipment
• Interprets technical drawings, diagrams, and manuals for precision instruments and equipment

• Saw Doctor

• Saw Sharpener

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects saw blades to identify any damage or wear
• Dismantles and reassembles precision sawing instruments using hand and power tools, or specially designed machines
• Repairs and replaces defective parts by replacing or adjusting teeth on saw blades, welding, or brazing
• Sharpens saw blades using grinding or filing techniques
• Tests the sharpness and performance of saw blades
• Cleans and maintains saw maintenance equipment

• Die Caster
• Die Cutter
• Jigmaker (Metal)
• Plastic Mould Maker
• Press-tool Maker

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Interprets engineering drawings and specifications to determine tool requirements
• Sets up and operates machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to fabricate intricate tooling components
• Measures and marks out metal or plastic stock and castings using precision measuring instruments
• Fits and assembles parts to make machine tools and maintain industrial machines
• Inspects and maintains dies and moulds to ensure they meet quality standards
• Troubleshoots and maintains damaged or malfunctioning tooling equipment
• Collaborates with engineers and other professionals to develop new tool designs and improve existing tools

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Diagnoses and repairs watch and clock malfunctions
• Adjusts timing mechanisms and calibrates timepieces
• Cleans, lubricates, and assembles watch and clock components
• Repairs or replaces watch and clock parts
• Inspects and tests completed timepieces for accuracy
• Provides repair estimates and advice to customers

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Evaluates dogs to assess temperament and suitability for training
• Designs and implements training programs to teach dogs basic obedience commands
• Trains dogs to perform specific tasks, such as search and rescue, detection or assistance work
• Uses positive reinforcement techniques to reward desired behaviours and discourage unwanted behaviours
• Conducts training sessions with individual dogs or groups of dogs
• Monitors and evaluates the progress of dogs during training, and adjusts training methods as required
• Provides guidance and support to dog owners on how to continue training at home
• Assists in the selection and placement of trained dogs with appropriate handlers or owners
• Keeps up-to-date with advancements in dog training techniques and professional development opportunities

• Horse Educator
• Racehorse Trainer
• Thoroughbred Horse Trainer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Evaluates horses' physical condition and temperament to determine training needs
• Develops and implements training programs to improve horses' performance and behaviour, and reports on horses' progress
• Educates horses to obey verbal and non-verbal commands
• Trains horses to accept riders and pull vehicles
• Trains and conditions horses to perform in competitions, races, and other horse related activities
• Provides care and maintenance for horses, including feeding, grooming, and medical attention
• May evaluate and select horses for purchase or sale based on their potential and suitability
• May assist with breeding and foaling processes, including selecting suitable mates and overseeing mating procedures

• Exercise Rider
• Trackwork Rider

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Rides thoroughbred horses at varying speeds to condition them for racing
• Exercises horses according to the instructions of a horse trainer
• Observes and assesses the horse's performance and behaviour during exercise, and reports on progress to the horse's trainers and owners
• Monitors the horse's physical condition and reports any signs of injury or illness
• Assists with the grooming and care of the horse, including feeding and stable maintenance

• Aquarist

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Feeds and waters animals according to schedules and dietary requirements
• Monitors animal health and behaviour, reporting concerns
• Cleans and maintains animal enclosures
• Assists with the capture, restraint, and transportation of animals
• Administers medications and treatments to animals under veterinary direction
• Conducts inspections of animal enclosures to identify and address safety hazards and maintenance issues
• Interacts with visitors and participates in education programs, providing information about animals and conservation efforts

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Cameleer
• Marine Mammal Trainer
• Snake Catcher

• Animal Nurse
• Veterinary Assistant

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Provides care and support to animals under treatment or in temporary residence at veterinary facilities
• Assists Veterinarians in performing procedures and operations on animals
• Prepares animals for surgery, including administering anaesthesia and monitoring vital signs
• Administers medications and treatments to animals as directed by Veterinarians
• Assists with diagnostic procedures, such as taking X-rays or collecting samples for laboratory testing
• Provides post-operative care to animals, including monitoring their recovery and administering medications
• Ensures hygiene processes are maintained, including cleaning and sterilising equipment and facilities
• Provides basic grooming and hygiene care to animals, such as bathing and grooming
• Educates pet owners on proper animal care, and provides advice on nutrition, exercise, and preventive healthcare
• Assists with euthanasia procedures and provides emotional support to pet owners

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares and maintains seedbeds and growing sites
• Plants and transplants flowers, shrubs, hedges, trees, and other plants
• Maintains planted and grassed areas by weeding, trimming, fertilising, watering, mowing, and removing trash, fallen branches, and leaves
• Prunes and trims trees, shrubs, and hedges to maintain their shape and improve plant health
• Installs plant support and protection devices
• Applies pesticides and herbicides to control pests and weeds

• Arboriculturist
• Urban Forester

• Arboricultural Consultant

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assesses and documents tree health and risk in urban areas
• Advises on tree species selection for urban environments
• Develops, implements, and monitors tree management plans
• Collaborates with planners and architects on tree integration in urban design
• Ensures tree management aligns with environmental regulations
• Conducts tree surveys and inventories
• Makes recommendations for tree planting, pruning, and removal

• Tree Surgeon

• Utility Tree Worker

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prunes and shapes branches of trees and shrubs to maintain their health and appearance
• Treats trees and shrubs for pests and diseases
• Removes dead or decaying trees to ensure safety and prevent potential hazards
• Provides advice on general tree care to clients
• Utilises skills, such as aerial access using ropes or elevated work platforms, to prune, shape, or remove trees
• Performs tree risk assessments
• Maintains and operates equipment and tools used in tree care, such as chainsaws and pruning shears

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Receives and prepares orders for floral arrangements according to customer preferences, seasonal demands, and design principles
• Selects and purchases flowers and other materials needed for arrangements
• Provides advice and recommendations to customers on suitable floral arrangements for different occasions and seasons
• Trims, treats, and stores flowers to ensure freshness and quality
• Creates and maintains displays of floral arrangements
• Keeps up-to-date with seasonal demands, current trends, and techniques in floral design

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Installs and sets up irrigation systems according to design specifications
• Maintains, services, and repairs irrigation systems by cleaning, flushing, troubleshooting, and replacing faulty components to ensure proper functioning
• Monitors and adjusts irrigation schedules based on site conditions to maximise efficiency and water conservation
• Provides advice and guidance to clients on use and maintenance of the irrigation systems

• Landscape Construction Worker

• Structural Landscaper

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Interprets plans and drawings to construct garden landscapes
• Constructs hardscape structures, such as gravel and paved walking areas, walls, fences, pergolas, ponds, barbecues, and garden furniture
• Prepares seedbeds and growing sites for planting of softscapes, such as tree plants, bushes, hedges, flowers, and bulbs
• Plants trees, bushes, hedges, flowers, and bulbs
• Prepares lawn areas by spreading topsoil and planting grass or by laying instant turf

• Sportsground Manager

• Golf Course Superintendent
• Head Curator (Sportsground)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Plans and schedules the maintenance and upkeep of fine turf sporting facilities
• Supervises and coordinates the activities of sports turf tradespersons and maintenance staff
• Develops and implements turf management programs to maintain and improve the condition of sporting facilities
• Manages sports facility irrigation systems and ensures proper watering
• Manages the treatment and prevention of pests and disease to enhance the presentation and playability of sport and recreation facilities
• Maintains records, and prepares reports on the condition and maintenance of sports turf facilities
• Coordinates with other departments or organisations for the use of sporting facilities

• Greenkeeper
• Groundsperson (Sportsground)
• Turf Tradesperson

• Grounds Curator
• Sportsground Foreperson

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Maintains turf surfaces to ensure they are in optimal condition
• Operates and maintains irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of turf surfaces
• Applies treatments to maintain the health and appearance of turf surfaces
• Repairs and renovates turf surfaces as needed, including reseeding and sodding
• Monitors and controls pests and diseases affecting turf surfaces, and implements appropriate treatment measures
• Inspects turf surfaces to identify and address any issues or hazards
• Keeps records of maintenance activities, including fertilisation, pest control, and irrigation schedules
• Provides maintenance advice to management

• Forest Nursery Production Operator
• Plant Propagator

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares soil, fertiliser mixes, and containers for planting
• Selects and plants seeds, bulbs, and cuttings in beds, containers, or trays
• Buds and grafts vegetative material onto rootstock
• Monitors, waters, and fertilises plants to ensure their water and nutritional requirements are met
• Applies pesticides and appropriate treatments to control pests, diseases, weeds, and nutritional and environmental plant disorders
• Keeps records of soil mixtures, plantings, treatments, losses, and yields
• Advises customers on plant selection and care

• Processing Supervisor (Aquaculture)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Supervises the breeding, raising, and harvesting of fish, prawns, oysters, and other aquatic stock
• Supervises the inspection, operation, and maintenance of specialised aquaculture equipment and machinery, including ponds, cages, recirculating aquaculture systems, longlines, and flow-through systems
• Oversees the harvesting, sorting, grading, and packing of aquatic stock
• Trains aquaculture workers, and supervises aquaculture farm work routines and day-to-day aquacultural production operations

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Ensures fishing gear is rigged to correct specifications, including legislated requirements
• Supervises the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of vessel deck machinery and lifting appliances
• Oversees offboarding of catches
• Conducts fishing operations-specific safety drills
• Organises and trains fishing hands, and supervises fishing work routines and day-to-day fishing operations

• Timber Harvest Crew Leader

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Supervises the cultivation and maintenance of natural and plantation forests
• Supervises the operation and maintenance of specialised equipment and machinery used in forestry settings
• Oversees logging and haulage crews, and directs activities for harvesting and reafforestation
• Provides training and guidance to forestry and logging workers on correct techniques and procedures, and conducts forestry-specific safety drills

• Horticultural Chemical Spray Operator
• Horticultural Fertigation Manager
• Horticultural Harvest Supervisor
• Horticultural Irrigation Manager
• Horticultural Machine Supervisor
• Horticultural Packing Facility Supervisor
• Horticultural Production Supervisor
• Horticulture Section Manager

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Oversees the planting, cultivation, and harvest of horticultural crops, and the packing and storage of horticultural produce
• Supervises horticultural farming routines, such pruning, trimming, picking, and tree training
• Oversees and undertakes the maintenance, repair, and operation of horticultural farming machinery
• Monitors horticultural crops for signs of pests or disease, and to identify watering or nutrition problems
• Prepares and applies chemicals to control pests, weeds, and diseases
• Oversees the maintenance and use of horticultural farm equipment and infrastructure, including irrigation and fertigation systems
• Organises and trains horticultural farm workers, and supervises work routines and day-to-day horticultural production activities

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Oversees the planting, cultivation, and harvesting of broadacre crops, as well as livestock breeding programs and the rearing of young livestock
• Identifies health and nutrition problems in livestock, and manages and supervises stock feeding and watering programs
• Supervises and undertakes the operation and maintenance of broadacre crop and livestock farming equipment and machinery
• Implements biosecurity measures
• Oversees the inspection and maintenance of broadacre crop and livestock farm infrastructure, including fencing, and water supply and irrigation systems
• Supervises, maintains, and operates data collection, and analysis and production technology systems, such as GPS, geographic information systems, variable-rate technology, soil sensors, and yield monitors
• Supervises work routines, and trains broadacre crop and livestock farm workers

• Broadacre Crop Chemical Spray Operator

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Oversees the planting, cultivation, and harvesting of broadacre crops
• Supervises and undertakes the operation and maintenance of broadacre crop farming equipment and machinery
• Oversees the inspection and maintenance of broadacre crop farm infrastructure, including fencing and water supply systems
• Organises and trains broadacre crop farm workers, and supervises work routines and day-to-day broadacre farm production operations
• Supervises, maintains, and operates data collection and analysis, and production technology systems such as GPS, geographic information systems, variable-rate technology, soil sensors, and yield monitors
• May undertake or supervise the application of pesticides and other chemicals to broadacre crops

• Leading Hand (Vineyard)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Oversees the planting, cultivation, and harvesting of wine grapes
• Supervises and undertakes the operation and maintenance of specialised vineyard equipment and machinery
• Oversees the inspection and maintenance of vineyard infrastructure, including fencing, trellising, and water supply systems
• Organises and trains vineyard workers, and supervises work routines and day-to-day vineyard production operations

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Mushroom Farm Supervisor

• Leading Hand (Beef Cattle)
• Overseer (Beef Cattle)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Oversees beef cattle breeding programs and the rearing of calves
• Develops and implements beef cattle feeding plans, and identifies beef cattle health and nutrition problems
• Establishes and maintains pastures and fodder crops for beef cattle production, and identifies plant health and nutrition problems
• Supervises beef cattle health and welfare programs
• Implements biosecurity management measures
• Supervises farming operations, such as herding, catching, and drenching beef cattle
• Supervises general farming activities, such as maintenance and cleaning of beef cattle housing, water supply and irrigation systems, and other farm infrastructure
• Supervises work routines and trains beef cattle farm workers

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Oversees cattle and sheep breeding programs and the rearing of calves and lambs
• Develops and implements cattle and sheep feeding plans, and identifies health and nutrition problems in cattle and sheep
• Establishes and maintains pastures and fodder crops for cattle and sheep production, and identifies plant health and nutrition problems
• Supervises health and welfare programs for cattle and sheep
• Implements biosecurity management measures
• Supervises farming operations, such as herding, catching, drenching, and milking cattle and sheep
• Supervises general farming activities, such as maintenance and cleaning of cattle and sheep housing, water supply and irrigation systems, and other farm infrastructure
• Supervises work routines, and trains cattle and sheep farm workers

• Dairy Herd Manager

• Production Manager (Dairy Cattle) (Skill Level 2)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Oversees dairy cattle breeding programs and the rearing of calves
• Develops and implements dairy cattle feeding plans, and identifies health and nutrition programs in dairy cattle
• Establishes and maintains pastures and fodder crops for dairy cattle production, and identifies plant health and nutrition problems
• Supervises health and welfare programs for dairy cattle
• Implements biosecurity management measures
• Supervises dairy cattle farming operations, such as herding, droving, drenching, and milking
• Supervises general farming activities, such as the maintenance and cleaning of dairy cattle housing, milking systems, water supply and irrigation systems and other dairy cattle farm infrastructure
• Supervises work routines and trains dairy cattle farm workers

• Stable Foreperson

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Supervises horse farm or stable activities, including feeding, exercising, grooming, and readying of horses for work, sport, or recreational activities
• Oversees the rearing of young horses, including the wellbeing of broodmares, foals, weanlings, and yearlings
• Supervises stablehands, overseeing the cleaning and maintenance of stables and horse equipment
• Supervises the assembly, preparation, and storing of feed, bedding, and horse equipment
• Prepares and attends to horses for transportation to race days and other sports and recreational activities
• May train new stablehands

• Senior Piggery Attendant

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Oversees pig breeding programs, including caring for farrowing sows and rearing piglets
• Develops and implements pig feeding programs, and identifies health and nutrition problems in pigs
• Supervises health and welfare programs for pigs
• Implements biosecurity management measures
• Manages water supply and irrigation systems
• Supervises general farming activities, such as the movement of pigs, and maintenance and cleaning of pens and stalls, water supply systems, and other piggery infrastructure
• Supervises work routines and trains pig farm workers

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Oversees sheep breeding programs and the rearing of lambs
• Develops and implements sheep feeding plans, and identifies health and nutrition programs in sheep
• Establishes and maintains pastures and fodder crops for sheep production, and identifies plant health and nutrition problems
• Supervises health and welfare programs for sheep
• Implements biosecurity management measures
• Supervises sheep farming operations, such as herding, catching, and drenching sheep
• Supervises general farming activities, such as the maintenance and cleaning of sheep housing, water supply and irrigation systems, and other farm infrastructure
• Supervises work routines and trains sheep farm workers

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Senior Poultry Farm Worker

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Selects and prepares shearing equipment
• Catches and positions animals for shearing
• Shears and removes wool and hair from animals
• Identifies contaminated fibre and injured, infected, and diseased animals
• Treats skin cuts on shorn animals
• Returns shorn animals to let-out pens for counting and checking
• May service, maintain, and repair shearing equipment
• May shear stud animals with hand shears or special combs

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects fleece to determine its type according to physical characteristics, such as staple length and strength, fibre diameter, and colour
• Classes wool into lines to meet processors' requirements and to optimise growers' returns
• Manages wool handling teams
• Instructs wool handlers and supervises the picking up, skirting, rolling, and pressing of fleeces
• Records wool characteristics and the details of pressed wool bales, and prepares wool clip documentation

• Motor Mechanic (General)
• Light Vehicle Mechanic

• Automatic Transmission Mechanic
• Forklift Technician
• Roadside Mechanic
• Vehicle Mechanic (Army)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects lightweight vehicles to identify mechanical issues and determine the necessary repairs
• Uses computerised diagnostic tools to identify problems with petrol engines and mechanical parts of motor vehicles
• Repairs or replaces faulty parts and components of motor vehicles
• Performs routine maintenance tasks on motor vehicles, such as oil changes and filter replacements
• Inspects and road tests motor vehicles to ensure they are roadworthy

• Electric Vehicle Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects vehicles to identify electrical and electronic faults
• Tests electrical systems and components to determine the cause of malfunctions in vehicles
• Maintains, repairs, or replaces faulty wiring, switches, and other electrical components in vehicles to ensure optimal performance
• Installs new electrical systems and components in vehicles
• Uses diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot complex electrical issues with vehicles
• Reads and interprets electrical diagrams and technical manuals relating to vehicles

• Collision Repairer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assesses vehicle damage and determines the best method of repair
• Removes damaged panels and parts, and straightens bent frames and panels using hydraulic jacks and pulling devices
• Fills depressions with body filler, smooths surfaces using sandpaper, and fits and welds replacement panels into place
• Repaints repaired surfaces using spray guns and other painting equipment
• Reassembles vehicle parts, and checks for proper alignment and functioning
• Tests repaired vehicles to ensure safety and quality standards are met

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Diagnoses, repairs and maintains agricultural machinery and equipment such as tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems and seeding equipment
• Repairs and services systems such as engines, transmission, electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning
• Calibrates precision agricultural system and machinery settings for specialised agricultural practices
• Tests and adjusts vehicle and machinery systems to ensure proper functioning by using diagnostic and digital equipment to identify and troubleshoot issues
• Provides advice and guidance to farmers and agricultural workers on equipment maintenance and operation

• Bicycle Mechanic
• Bicycle Repairer

• Electric Bike (e-bike) Technician

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Performs advanced diagnostics by identifying and troubleshooting mechanical and electronic issues in bicycles using specialised equipment
• Assembles bicycles from parts or kits, and modifies bicycles according to customer specifications, including fitting specialised parts
• Builds bicycle wheels, and fits and maintains tyres
• Repairs and overhauls bicycle hydraulic braking and drivetrain systems
• Services and tunes electronic gear shifting systems for high-end bicycles
• Maintains and repairs electric bicycle and scooter components, such as motors, batteries, controllers, and wiring

• Diesel Motor Mechanic

• Automotive Heavy Mechanic

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects diesel motors in heavy and lightweight vehicles, and mechanical parts to identify faults and determine repair requirements
• Tests and diagnoses faults in diesel motors and mechanical systems using electronic diagnostic equipment, and interprets findings
• Dismantles and removes engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms, and other components, and checks parts
• Repairs or replaces worn and faulty parts by welding, bolting, riveting, or soldering
• Reassembles engine components and installs repaired engines in vehicles
• Adjusts and repairs electrical and mechanical systems, such as ignition, fuel injection, and cooling and lubrication systems
• Tests and adjusts mechanical systems after repairs and servicing
• Performs routine maintenance, such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery

• Marine Mechanic

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Conducts diagnostic assessments on marine engines and equipment to identify issues and determine the necessary repairs
• Carries out repair, replacement, and maintenance on marine engines, outboard motors, propulsion systems, and other related equipment
• Installs and configures marine electronics, navigation systems, and related equipment, ensuring proper integration
• Conducts performance tests on marine systems and components to ensure compliance with maritime standards and regulations

• Motorcycle Mechanic

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects motorcycles to identify mechanical issues
• Tests motorcycles to diagnose problems and determine necessary repairs
• Uses specialised diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot complex issues with engines, transmissions, and electrical components
• Repairs or replaces faulty and worn-out mechanical parts of motorcycles
• Adjusts and tunes engines, brakes, and other mechanical systems
• Performs routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, battery checks, and fitting tyres
• Conducts tests post-service or repair to assess motorcycle safety and roadworthiness

Registration or licensing may be required.

Outboard Motor Mechanics are excluded from this occupation. Outboard Motor Mechanics are included in Occupation 351434 Marine Technician.

• Small Engine Mechanic

• Lawnmower Mechanic

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects small engines to identify faults and determine necessary repairs
• Performs routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes and filter replacements, and cleans and lubricates engine parts
• Repairs or replaces defective mechanical parts, such as pistons, rings, bearings, valves, and carburettors
• Uses diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot small engine problems
• Adjusts engine components, such as ignition timing and fuel mixture
• Disassembles small engines and examines parts for defects and wear
• Reassembles small engines and tests them to ensure proper functioning

• Vehicle Body Maker

• Coach Builder

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Reads and interprets engineering drawings and specifications
• Fabricates and welds metal components to build vehicle bodies
• Constructs, assembles, and installs vehicle body components, such as doors, windows, and panels
• Operates machinery and equipment, such as cutting and bending machines
• Repairs and replaces damaged vehicle body parts
• Conducts quality checks and inspections on finished vehicle bodies

• Vehicle Upholsterer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects vehicles for interior trim repairs or replacements needed
• Repairs or replaces damaged or worn interior trim components
• Installs new interior trim components such as seats, linings, floor coverings and door trims
• Cuts and sews fabric or upholstery materials, and applies adhesives or fasteners to fit and secure interior trim components
• Tests installed interior trim components for proper functionality and appearance
• Collaborates with other automotive professionals to ensure proper coordination of interior trim installations

• Vehicle Refinisher

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares surfaces of vehicles for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking
• Matches and mixes paint colours to vehicle specifications
• Applies paint to vehicles using spray guns, brushes, or rollers, ensuring paint coverage is even and smooth
• Applies clear coat and other protective finishes to vehicles
• Inspects painted vehicles for quality and makes any necessary touch-ups or repairs

• Carpet Layer
• Concrete Polisher
• Floor Sander
• Timber Floor Installer
• Vinyl Layer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Measures, cuts and trims flooring materials to fit the dimensions of the area to be covered
• Prepares the subfloor by cleaning, leveling, and repairing any imperfections
• Uses appropriate tools and equipment to lay carpet, timber or vinyl flooring, spread resin, or polish concrete flooring
• Applies adhesives, nails or other fasteners to ensure secure flooring installation
• Repairs or replaces damaged or worn flooring materials

• Painter and Decorator

• House Painter
• Spray Painter (Non-industrial)

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Prepares surfaces by removing old paint and filling holes and cracks, and covers surfaces with drop cloths or masking tape to protect surrounding areas
• Selects and mixes paints and stains to achieve desired colour and texture
• Applies paint, varnish, wallpaper, and other finishes using brushes, rollers, sprayers, or other tools
• Smooths and sands surfaces between coats of paint or varnish, and inspects finished work to ensure quality and adherence to client specifications
• Collaborates with clients to determine colour schemes and finishes, and estimates materials and labour costs for painting projects

• Window Installer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Measures and assesses the type and dimensions of glass and mirrors required in the installation of windows, skylights, display cases, interior walls, and ceilings
• Removes and replaces damaged or broken glass and mirrors
• Cuts and shapes glass and mirrors to specified dimensions, smooths rough edges, applies decorative finishes, and marks any defective areas in the final product
• Prepares surfaces for glass and mirror installation, including cleaning and applying adhesives
• Ensures proper alignment and positioning of glass and mirrors before installation
• Fits glass and mirrors into frames, windows, skylights, doors, and other structures

• Drywall Plasterer
• Wall and Ceiling Fixer

• Ceiling Fixer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Determines plasterboard layout, and installs insulation and vapour barriers
• Measures, marks, and cuts plasterboard, lifts and positions panels, and secures them to walls ceilings and battens
• Prepares corner beads and secures them into position
• Covers joins and nail holes with wet plaster, joint tape, and sealing compound, then smooths them using wet brush and sandpaper
• Plumbs and straightens corners, angles, and wall ceiling surfaces
• Applies and finishes acoustic, insulating, and fireproofing materials bonded with plaster, plastic cement, and similar materials

• Solid Plasterer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Fixes pre-cast cornices, panel mouldings, ceiling centres, and other plaster fittings
• Mixes and applies coats of plaster, cement, and render to structures using trowels and levels, and smooths coats to uniform thickness
• Prepares surfaces for rendering by cleaning, removing old plaster, and applying bonding agents
• Plumbs and straightens corners, angles, and wall and ceiling surfaces
• Creates decorative textures in finishing coats
• Repairs and patches damaged or deteriorated plaster and cement surfaces

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Studies drawings, specifications, and work sites to determine roofing materials required
• Prepares the roof face by setting out the roof surface and applying sarking
• Measures, cuts, and fixes battens using fasteners
• Cuts and shapes roofing materials to fit around vents, chimney edges, corners, and ridges
• Installs and secures roof tiles, sheets, or shingles, including fixing edge and ridge tiles in cement mortar
• Checks existing roof coverings, battens, sarking, boarding, and flashing installations for damage, and repairs or replaces them as required

• Ceramic Tiler
• Pool Tiler

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Examines plans to identify project requirements, measures and marks surfaces, and lays out work
• Prepares wall and floor surfaces by removing old tiles, grout, and adhesive, filling holes and cracks, and cleaning surfaces
• Applies waterproofing systems
• Uses tile-cutting tools to cut and shape tiles to fit around edges, corners, fittings, and pipes
• Spreads adhesive onto prepared surfaces and tiles, sets tiles into position, and ensures they are correctly aligned and spaced
• Installs and secures tiles, and applies grout and polish to tiled surfaces
• Checks existing tiles for damage and repairs or replaces them as required
• May lay floors of granolithic, terrazzo, cement, or similar composition
• May lay coloured tiles in patterns to create mosaics

Registration or licensing is required.

Fire Protection Plumbers are excluded from this occupation. Fire Protection Plumbers are included in Occupation 363933 Fire Protection Plumber.

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Interprets blueprints to plan plumbing system layout
• Joins pipes and fittings using various techniques
• Installs and repairs water supply, drainage systems, and fixtures
• Installs and repairs solar hot water and heat pump systems
• Installs and repairs gas lines and appliances in compliance with safety regulations
• Tests plumbing systems for leaks and issues
• Clears blockages in pipes and drains
• Maintains and repairs plumbing systems in various types of buildings

• Plumber and Gasfitter

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Installs and tests LPG, hydrogen, biogas and other natural gasfitting lines
• Installs and commissions gas appliances, such as hot water services, space heaters, ducted heating units, gas stoves, and cooktops
• Installs flues through ceilings and roofs with appropriate clearances and flue termination
• Identifies and repairs gas leaks in piping systems and appliances
• Performs routine maintenance on gas appliances to ensure their proper functioning

• Fascia and Guttering Installer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects roofs for damage and performs necessary repairs
• Removes damaged or old roofing materials and disposes of them properly
• Measures, cuts, and installs roofing materials, such as metal sheets, tiles, or shingles
• Applies waterproofing materials to roofs and walls
• Installs and repairs flashings to prevent water leakage
• Fabricates and installs gutters and downpipes

Registration or licensing is required.

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics are excluded from this occupation. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics are included in Occupation 382131 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician.

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Assembles and installs mechanical services plant, air handling and conditioning equipment, and small bore heating systems
• Maintains and repairs piping (excluding refrigerant pipework, flow controls and components), ducting, and equipment for heating, cooling, and ventilation systems
• Installs, maintains, and tests medical gas systems
• Fabricates and installs sheet metal ductwork around installed systems
• Insulates piping used for hot water or steam pipes
• Installs and commissions single head split systems, ceiling cassette systems, and add-on condenser units for ducted systems

• Plumber and Drainer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Studies drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing systems and materials required
• Installs sewerage and effluent pumping equipment and disposal systems
• Installs below-ground drainage systems, including pipes, fittings, and fixtures
• Tests, maintains, and repairs drainage systems to ensure proper functioning, and clears blockages if required
• Conducts inspections and maintenance of sewerage or effluent disposal systems

Registration or licensing is required.

Fire Alarm Technicians and Fire Protection Equipment Technicians are excluded from this occupation. Fire Alarm Technicians are included in Occupation 382332 Electronic Equipment Trades Worker. Fire Protection Equipment Technicians are included in Occupation 399933 Fire Protection Equipment Technician.

• Sprinkler Fitter

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Installs, tests, and maintains safety sprinkler systems
• Installs control valve assemblies, special hazard systems, fixed fire pump sets, and portable fire equipment in accordance with Australian standards
• Connects static storage tanks for fixed fire protection systems
• Tests and maintains fire hydrant and hose reel installations
• Tests the integrity and function of water-based fire-suppression systems
• Inspects, tests, and maintains gaseous fire-suppression systems

• Cabinet Installer
• Kitchen Installer
• Wardrobe Installer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Interprets drawings and specifications to create cabinets
• Selects and works with various materials for construction
• Cuts, shapes and assembles materials to build cabinetry and fittings
• Utilizes computer-aided design and numerical control machines for precision
• Applies finishes to cabinetry and fittings for aesthetics
• Collaborates with clients and tradespeople for accurate installation
• Installs cabinetry and fittings in various areas
• Repairs or replaces damaged cabinetry and fittings

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Specifies, orders, and prepares materials for fitouts, including business-specific equipment, fixtures, and fittings
• Prepares detailed, accurate design plans for fitouts using drawings, sketches, or computer software
• Sets out, fabricates, and assembles shopfronts, commercial entries, bulkheads, component fittings, cabinets, showcases, wall units, and workstations
• Constructs and erects wall and ceiling framing, including installing internal linings, assembling partition frames, and installing curtain walling
• Schedules and coordinates other tradespeople, such as Electricians, Plumbers and Painters, required to complete the fitout

Registration or licensing may be required.

Pool Tilers are excluded from this occupation. Pool Tilers are included in Occupation 362431 Wall and Floor Tiler.

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Excavates soil and debris to prepare the site for pool and spa construction
• Constructs pool and spa shells using materials, such as concrete, fibreglass, or vinyl
• Installs plumbing systems for pool and spa circulation and filtration, and electrical systems for pool lighting and equipment
• May undertake the installation of pool hardscape areas, such as decking or paving, and incorporate water features and other decorative elements into pool design

• Caulker

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Applies caulking and sealants to joints and gaps in structures using specialised equipment
• Lays membranes and sprays or brushes on protective coatings to surfaces to prevent penetration of moisture
• Inspects and repairs existing waterproofing systems
• Measures and cuts waterproofing materials to fit specific areas

• Blocklayer

• Brick Paver
• Refractory Bricklayer

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Studies plans and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions, and installation procedures
• Erects and dismantles restricted height scaffolding
• Seals foundations with damp-resistant materials and spreads layers of mortar to serve as base and binder for building blocks
• Cuts building blocks using machines and hand tools, and shapes blocks to fit irregular spaces
• Sets out blockwork and lays building blocks in rows, designs, and shapes
• Embeds building blocks in mortar ensuring construction is level, plumb, and aligned, and removes excess mortar
• Installs lintels and flashings to openings
• Repairs and maintains bricks, cement blocks, and related structures
• May prepare base and bedding courses, and lay segmental paving

• Monumental Stonemason

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Studies plans and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions, and installation procedures
• Measures, marks dimensions, outlines, splits, cuts, shapes, and finishes stone blocks and masonry slabs using hand tools and machinery
• Sets out, and cuts letters and designs into stone
• Lays stone blocks and large masonry slabs to construct structures, such as walls, arches, and pillars, ensuring they are level and plumb
• Constructs and installs stone construction elements, such as benchtops and splashbacks
• Assesses damage to and repairs stonework, including on old or heritage buildings and monuments
• May design, cut, and install monumental masonry

• Concrete Worker

• Concrete Cutter
• Concrete Finisher
• Concrete Patcher

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Reads and interprets construction plans and specifications
• Determines the quantity and type of concrete required for a project
• Supervises and directs the work of Concreter's Labourers
• Prepares the site for concrete pouring, including clearing and leveling the area
• Installs reinforcement materials, such as rebar, to strengthen concrete
• Mixes and pours concrete into the designated areas
• Spreads and levels concrete using tools, such as screeds and trowels
• Finishes concrete surfaces to achieve the desired texture and appearance
• Cures and protects concrete to ensure proper hardening and durability
• May construct formwork to hold wet concrete in place