Technicians and Trades Workers (ANZSCO 3)
Technicians and Trades Workers (ANZSCO 3)
Technicians and Trades Workers perform a variety of skilled tasks, applying broad or in-depth technical, trade, or industry-specific knowledge, often in support of scientific, engineering, building, and manufacturing activities.
Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this major group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
- AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2); or
- AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
- AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In New Zealand:
- NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2); or
- NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- Carrying out tests and experiments, and providing technical support to Health Professionals, Natural and Physical Science Professionals, and Engineering Professionals
- Providing technical support to users of computer hardware and software
- Fabricating, repairing, and maintaining metal, wood, glass, and textile products
- Repairing and maintaining motor vehicles, aircraft, marine craft, and electrical and electronic machines and equipment
- Constructing, repairing, fitting-out, and finishing buildings and other structures
- Operating printing and binding equipment
- Preparing and cooking food
- Shearing, caring for, training, and grooming animals, and assisting Veterinarians
- Propagating and cultivating plants, and establishing and maintaining turf surfaces for sporting events
- Cutting and styling hair
- Operating chemical, gas, petroleum, and power generation equipment
- Providing technical assistance for the production, recording, and broadcasting of artistic performances