Technicians and Trades Workers

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