Precision Metal Trades Workers fabricate, assemble, maintain, and repair metal precision instruments. This occupation falls under the ANZSCO code 3233.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may also be required.

Tasks Include:

• Assembling parts and subassemblies of precision instruments, locks, timepieces, and firearms
• Dismantling precision instruments, locks, timepieces, and firearms; repairing and replacing defective parts; and reassembling articles using hand and power tools and specially designed machines
• Inscribing letters, figures, and designs on surfaces of jewelry, trophies, and other ornamental items
• Installing security systems, changing tumblers in locks, changing locks, cutting keys, and opening locks by manipulation
• Calibrating precision instruments using standard weights and measures, jigs and fixtures, and hand tools to adjust and align parts and small balancing weights
• Making blades for circular, band, and other power saws; and repairing, setting, and sharpening blades for hand and power saws
• Testing circuits in electronic timepieces
• Estimating costs and preparing quotes for repairs

Occupations:

• 323311 Engraver
• 323312 Gunsmith
• 323313 Locksmith
• 323314 Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer
• 323315 Saw Doctor
• 323316 Watch and Clock Maker and Repairer

323311 Engraver

An engraver inscribes letters, figures, and designs on metal, glass, wood, rubber, plastic, and other surfaces.

Skill Level: 3

323312 Gunsmith

A gunsmith modifies, services, and repairs rifles, revolvers, and other firearms. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level: 3

323313 Locksmith

A locksmith installs and maintains locks and related security devices and systems. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level: 3

323314 Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer

A precision instrument maker and repairer assembles, calibrates, installs, and overhauls mechanical precision instruments and equipment. This occupation also has specializations such as camera repairer, scalemaker, and scientific instrument maker and repairer.

Skill Level: 3

323315 Saw Doctor

A saw doctor repairs, sets, and sharpens blades for circular, band, and other saws. This occupation also has a specialization called saw sharpener.

Skill Level: 3

323316 Watch and Clock Maker and Repairer

A watch and clock maker and repairer makes, repairs, cleans, and adjusts watches and clocks.

Skill Level: 3