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3493-11 |
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | NT |
Liaises with patients, clients and visitors to hospitals and health clinics and works as a team member to arrange, coordinate and provide health care delivery in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community health clinics.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- maintains health records and statistics
- acts as an advocate in the community they serve
- acts as a communicator and interpreter on behalf of clients and other health personnel
- provides clinical functions, including case management and follow-up, independently or in consultation with other health care providers
- provides health education to individual clients and health staff
- provides cultural education to persons outside the cultural community and life skills education to the community they serve
- provides counselling and referral for crisis problem cases
- provides input to the planning, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all health programs in the community
- may perform a management role, providing staff counselling, facilitation, orientation, induction and development
- may carry out administrative duties including budgeting and correspondence
- may liaise with government and non-government agencies
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2211-11 |
Accountant |
60 |
CPAA ICAA NIA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
NSW, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Plans and provides systems and services relating to the financial dealings of enterprises and individuals, and advises on associated record-keeping and compliance requirements.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- assists in the formulation of budgetary and accounting policies
- prepares financial statements for presentation to boards of directors, management, shareholders, and statutory bodies
- conducts financial investigations, undertakes audits, prepares reports, and advises on such matters as the purchase and sale of businesses, mergers, capital financing, suspected fraud, insolvency and taxation
- examines operating costs and the income and expenditure of institutions
- provides assurance about the accuracy of information contained in financial reports and their compliance with statutory requirements
- provides financial and taxation advice on business structures, plans and operations
- liaises with bankers and brokers to establish funds management arrangements
- may advise on the selection and application of computer-based accounting systems
- may appraise cash flow and financial risk of capital investment projects
Specialisations:
- Financial Analyst
- Insolvency Practitioner
- Taxation Agent
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2293-15 |
Actuary |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW | |
Applies mathematical, statistical and economic analyses to a wide range of practical problems in areas of finance such as insurance, superannuation and investment.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- defines, analyses and solves complex financial and business problems relating to areas such as insurance premiums, annuities, pensions and dividends
- designs new types of policies, assesses risks and analyses investments in life insurance, superannuation funds, health insurance, friendly societies, stock exchanges and other areas
- assists with corporate investment policy and gives advice to management
- calculates company surpluses and advises on the distribution to policy holders
- examines financial projections for general insurance companies, finance companies and other institutions
- may advise governments on the design and implementation of financial policies in such areas as superannuation funds and pensions, sickness, retirement and unemployment schemes
- may work as a consultant, offering statistical and financial advice to general insurance companies, finance companies and other institutions
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2114-21 |
Agricultural Adviser |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC | NT |
Agricultural Consultant
Advises farmers, agricultural businesses, rural industries and government on the production, processing and distribution of farm products.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- visits farms to inspect livestock and crops
- collects, analyses and evaluates data and samples of produce, feed, soil or other factors affecting production
- advises farmers on improving the production of crops and livestock, and alternative agricultural enterprises
- advises farmers on issues such as livestock and crop disease, control of pests and weeds, soil improvement, animal husbandry and feeding programs
- may demonstrate practical procedures used in solving agricultural problems or improving the efficiency of production
- may advise on production planning, financing and risk management
Specialisations:
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2114-19 |
Agricultural Scientist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC | WA, NT |
Studies commercial plants, animals and cultivation techniques to enhance the productivity of farms and agricultural industries.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- studies the environmental factors affecting commercial crops, pasture and animal breeding
- studies the effects of cultivation techniques, soils, insects and plant diseases on animal and crop production
- prepares technical papers and reports describing the outcome of research
- develops procedures and techniques for solving agricultural problems or improving the efficiency of production
- may advise farmers on improving the production of crops and livestock
- may supervise and coordinate the work of technical officers and other workers
Specialisations:
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4114-15 |
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | QLD, WA, SA, NT |
Aircraft Electrical Engineer
Inspects, tests, aligns, repairs and installs aircraft electrical and avionic system components.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- studies drawings and specifications to determine layout and location of aircraft electrical and avionic systems and components
- installs and tests aircraft avionic hardware and components
- replaces and tests aircraft panel and rack mounted avionic system components
- replaces and tests aircraft oxygen system components
- inspects and tests aircraft electrical, avionics, instrument, display, radio- frequency, navigation and communications systems, flight director, automatic flight control and pulse systems and components
- may manufacture aircraft electrical, instrument and radio hardware components
Specialisations:
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Instruments)
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Radio)
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4114-11 |
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | QLD, WA, SA, NT |
Aircraft Engine Fitter
Airframe Fitter
Aircraft Mechanic (Engines)
Inspects, tests, repairs and installs aircraft hydromechanical and flight system components and aircraft engines, sub-assemblies and components.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- inspects, tests, repairs and installs aircraft hydromechanical, piston and gas turbine engine systems and components
- inspects, tests, repairs and installs flight control system components, rotary and fixed wing
- submits engines to final tests in specially designed testing facilities, and makes adjustments
- treats engines with anti-corrosion agents
- services auxiliary motors and engine accessories such as generators, starters and thermocouples
- conducts routine pre-flight engine inspections
- maintains records of action taken
- maintains and overhauls aircraft systems and sub-assemblies, in accordance with established maintenance schedules, and rectifies defects or malfunctions recorded by test or flight crews
- dismantles sub-assemblies and checks parts for wear using test apparatus to simulate flying conditions
- checks fuel and oil lines, control cables and other aircraft systems
- reassembles components and checks them for operating efficiency
- conducts routine pre-flight aircraft inspections
Specialisations:
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Airframes)
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Engines)
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4114-13 |
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures) |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA | QLD, WA |
Inspects, disassembles and reassembles aircraft structures, and repairs and replaces components of aircraft frames.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- positions parts and sub-assemblies such as fuselage, wing or tail components, fuel tanks, landing gear, safety systems and internal fittings on working surfaces, part-assembled airframes or assembly jigs, using hoists
- lays out and marks reference points or guidelines, and aligns parts
- assembles parts and sub-assemblies
- supervises welding of components
- verifies alignments, clearances and quality of finish after final assembly, by visual inspection and measurement, and rectifies faults
- replaces and repairs worn and damaged structural parts
- maintains records of action taken
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2312-11 |
Anaesthetist |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Administers anaesthetics to prevent pain and maintain major body function throughout surgical and related procedures.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines patients to determine appropriate anaesthetic and sedation in concurrence with physicians and surgeons
- administers inhalation, intravenous, spinal and other anaesthetics
- monitors patients throughout surgical procedures and in immediate post-operative procedures
- records details of anaesthetic and sedation administered, and the condition of the patient before, during and after anaesthesia
- liaises with other health care workers to provide diagnosis and treatment for patients with chronic pain and to diagnose or treat patients requiring intensive care or resuscitation
- may instruct medical or associated staff and students on the symptoms of anaesthetic reaction and appropriate emergency measures
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2231-17 |
Applications and Analyst Programmer |
60 |
ACS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Writes, tests and maintains computer programs to meet the application needs of end-users of computer systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- assists systems designers in researching and documenting computer users' requirements
- participates in writing specifications for computer systems and producing the components of computer programs.
- analyses objectives and problems specified by systems designers
- translates the formalised solutions provided by systems designers into detailed program specifications
- prepares detailed logical designs to establish the order in which data is processed, points at which decisions must be made and the sequence of operations
- writes programs as lists of instructions in computer languages or machine code, working from formalised representations of solutions
- tests the validity and logic of programs and makes amendments
- prepares reports, manuals and documentation on the status, operation and maintenance of system software for use by computer equipment suppliers, systems designers, programmers and computer operators
- may analyse, review and rewrite programs and component modules of programs
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2121-11 |
Architect |
60 |
AACA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT | WA, SA, NT |
Designs buildings or advises on the procurement of buildings, provides concepts, plans, specifications and detailed drawings, and negotiates with builders.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and relevant experience in addition to the formal qualification. Registration is required.
Tasks Include:
- obtains advice from clients or management to determine type, style and size of buildings or alterations
- provides information regarding designs, materials and estimated building times
- prepares project documentation, including sketches and scale drawings, and integrates structural, mechanical and aesthetic elements in final designs
- writes specifications and contract documents for use by builders and calls tenders on behalf of clients
- consults with a range of engineers and experts in the fields of environmental design
- develops feasibility studies jointly with quantity surveyors and other workers
- inspects and oversees construction work to ensure compliance with specifications
- may specialise in the design of commercial, industrial, institutional, residential or recreational buildings or in conservation architecture
- may supervise and coordinate the work of architectural associates
- may use computer-assisted design software and equipment to prepare project designs and documentation
Specialisations:
- Conservation Architect
- Heritage Architect
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3121-13 |
Architectural Associate |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA, ACT, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Implements architects' concepts by preparing drawings and plans and liaising with builders and contractors.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- analyses architects' designs and prepares preliminary sketches, working drawings and detailed instructions
- prepares detailed drawings of plans showing internal, external and other features of buildings
- prepares working drawings of plans showing elevations, sections, materials, finishes and other aspects of building projects such as layouts, plumbing, drainage, carparking and landscaping as directed by architects
- represents architects on building sites to clarify plans and specifications
- may assist in the preparation of building specifications
- may make inquiries of local governments and other authorities, and investigate pertinent codes and by-laws
Specialisations:
- Architectural Draftsperson
- Building Drafting Officer
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2399-11 |
Audiologist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC | WA, NT |
Provides diagnostic assessment and rehabilitative services related to human hearing defects.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- administers and interprets a wide range of audiometric tests to determine hearing efficiency and site of detected hearing problems
- interprets audiometric test results alongside other medical, social and behavioural diagnostic data
- evaluates total response pattern and acoustic tests to distinguish between organic and non-organic hearing loss
- plans, directs and participates in counselling, speech-reading and other rehabilitative programs
- prescribes appropriate hearing aides and instructs patients in use
- records patients' condition, treatment and progress
- may conduct research into the physiology, pathology, physics, and psychophysics of the auditory system
- may design and develop clinical and research procedures and apparatus
- may design and implement industrial hearing conservation and education programs
- may design and implement school-based audiology programs within special schools for hearing-impaired children
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4212-11 |
Automotive Electrician |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Automotive Electrical Fitter
Installs, maintains and repairs electrical wiring and electronic components in motor vehicles.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- installs electrical equipment and electronic components in motor vehicles
- connects power-operated vehicle equipment and accessories to power supply
- uses test equipment to locate electrical and electronic malfunctions
- adjusts engine control systems and timing
- tests and replaces defective alternators, generators, voltage regulators and starter motors
- repairs or replaces faulty ignition and electrical wiring
- replaces defective parts, such as fuses, lamps and switches
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4512-11 |
Baker |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Prepares and bakes bread loaves and rolls, including specialty breads.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- checks the cleanliness and operation of equipment and premises before production runs to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
- checks the quality of raw materials and weighs ingredients for making dough
- mixes and kneads dough
- loads tins or trays into proofers and then into ovens
- monitors oven temperatures and bread appearance to determine baking times
- unloads ovens and arranges de-panning and cooling of bread
- coordinates the forming, loading and baking of batches of bread and rolls
- may maintain and clean equipment and premises
Specialisations:
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4913-11 |
Binder and Finisher |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Binds books and other publications, or finishes printed products by hand or machine.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- sets up and supervises the operation of automatic binding and finishing equipment
- binds full, half-bound, quarter-bound and limp-bound books, and repairs bindings
- folds, collates and sews signatures by machine or hand
- operates paper guillotines for pre-press and post-press paper cutting and trimming, and programs electronically-operated units
- may edge-gild, bevel and marble bindings using hand tools
Specialisations:
- Paper Guillotine Operator (Bookbinding)
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2113-17 |
Biochemist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW, ACT | |
Studies the biochemistry of living organisms.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- investigates the chemical structure and function of living cells, organs and tissues in humans, animals, plants or micro-organisms
- studies the chemical events involved in physiological processes
- isolates, identifies and assays enzymes, hormones, metabolites and other substances produced by living cells or tissue
- investigates the roles of vitamins, hormones and minerals and the effects of toxic substances on physiological processes
- develops new and improved methods for the preparation of enzymes, serum and vaccines, hormones and other products derived from biological sources
- ascertains and describes the biochemical reactions involved in fermentation, genetic technology, water purification, sewage treatment and other such processes
- prepares or supervises the preparation of laboratory reports and scientific papers
- may develop industrial processes for the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, foods, beverages and other products
- may supervise the work of technical officers and technicians
Specialisations:
- Enzyme Chemist
- Molecular Biologist
- Protein Chemist
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2129-15 |
Biomedical Engineer |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC | SA |
Applies knowledge and methodology of physics, engineering, mathematics, computing, physical chemistry and materials science to problems in biology and the treatment and prevention of human disease.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- develops new medical devices or instruments such as sensors and diagnostic or therapeutic devices
- uses the principles of mechanics to analyse the musculoskeletal system and to design supportive devices to assist in the rehabilitation of patients
- advises on and develops equipment for the measurement of physical parameters affecting patients in intensive care or undergoing surgery
- explores and develops the medical uses of ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation
- performs bio-electrical investigations of the heart and brain
- develops new materials and artificial organs for implantation
- researches the function and structure of living systems
- works with patients and other health care professionals to deliver services
Specialisations:
- Bioengineer
- Clinical Engineer
- Medical Engineer
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3129-11 |
Biomedical Engineering Associate |
40 |
IEAUST |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW | |
Biomedical Engineering Technician
Designs and evaluates biomedical devices and monitors their performance and cost.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- designs, constructs or modifies biomedical devices to meet special requirements
- evaluates new biomedical technologies
- monitors, controls, tracks and reports on performance and costs of biomedical devices
- participates in the installation and commissioning of biomedical equipment
- performs preventative and breakdown maintenance of biomedical devices
- investigates and reports on incidences and injuries involving biomedical devices
- performs or assists in clinical procedures and measurements
- trains users in the correct and safe use of equipment
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4981-13 |
Boat Builder and Repairer |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, SA, NT | WA, SA, TAS |
Builds, repairs or modifies boats.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- examines drawings and constructs templates from full-scale outlines
- scribes lines from templates and cuts and forms parts such as keels, stern posts, ribs and sidings
- assembles boat shells, fastens sidings or ribs to keels and covers with planking
- builds and installs structures such as cabins, machinery mountings, propeller supports and rudders
- installs decking, masts, booms and ladders
- determines repair requirements and procedures
- may make hull moulds and fabricate or repair vessels using materials such as aluminium, wood, glass reinforced plastics, carbon fibre, kevlar, fibreglass or concrete
- may order materials, prepare cost estimates and quotations
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4414-11 |
Bricklayer |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Blocklayer
Lays bricks, pre-cut stone and other types of building blocks in mortar to construct and repair walls, partitions, arches and other structures.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- studies plans and specifications
- erects scaffolding
- seals foundations with damp-resistant materials
- spreads layers of mortar to serve as base and binder for blocks, using trowels
- lays bricks in rows, designs or shapes, spreading mortar between joints
- embeds blocks in mortar and removes excess mortar
- checks vertical and horizontal alignment
- shapes bricks to fit irregular spaces and constructs arches and ornamental brickwork
- repairs and maintains brick, cement block and related structures
- may operate brick cutting machines
- may lay paving bricks, tiles or other materials in sand
Specialisations:
- Arch Builder
- Chimney Builder
- Refractory Bricklayer
- Retort Setter (Bricklaying)
- Tuckpointer
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2129-79 |
Building and Engineering Professionals nec |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA | WA |
This occupation group covers Building and Engineering Professionals not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Occupations in this group include:
- Armament Engineer (Defence Force)
- Instrument Engineer (Defence Force)
- Product Design Engineer
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3121-11 |
Building Associate |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC, WA, ACT NT | WA, SA, NT |
Assists in the planning and organisation of material and human resources used in the construction and maintenance of buildings.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- assists professional builders in the planning and organising of building projects, arranges supplies of building materials and equipment, and directs the progress of building work
- interprets building plans, building regulations and codes of practice
- calculates building costs and estimates completion times to prepare tenders and to support contract bids and contract variations
- draws up detailed programs for site works and coordination of tradespersons
- inspects building work to ensure compliance with plans, specifications and regulations and that proper techniques and materials are used
- negotiates with subcontractors and others on commercial and technical matters
- keeps records of building progress and departures from design drawings or specifications
- makes reports to builders and architects
- may supervise or coordinate the work of sub-contractors, tradespersons and other workers
- may perform building work
Specialisations:
- Building Construction Supervisor
- Building Estimator
- Clerk of Works
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3121-17 |
Building Inspector |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, NT |
Inspects buildings to ensure compliance with laws and regulations and advises on building requirements.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- interprets building plans, building regulations and codes of practice
- inspects building works in progress to ensure compliance with plans, specifications and regulations, and that proper techniques and materials are used
- maintains records of building progress and departures from design drawings or specifications
- assesses building plans submitted for approval
- may inspect existing buildings to assess the condition
- may give advice on building matters
Specialisations:
- Electrical Installation Inspector
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2299-79 |
Business and Information Professionals nec |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
This occupation group covers Business and Information Professionals not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Occupations in this group include:
- Business Researcher
- Liaison Officer
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4511-11 |
Butcher |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT, SA | NSW, SA, NT, TAS |
Selects, cuts, trims, prepares and arranges meat for sale or supply.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- advises customers on the suitability and uses of cuts of meat
- operates machinery to grind, mix, mince or tenderise meat
- prepares meat for sale by removing bones, trimming fat and cutting meat to shape and size for display or as ordered
- prepares crumbed cuts of meat and marinates and seasons special cuts
- selects and prepares meat to produce smallgoods
- may assist in menu planning and scheduling, and in estimating food production costs
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4922-11 |
Cabinetmaker |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Fabricates or repairs wooden furniture and fits and assembles prepared wooden parts to make furniture.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- examines drawings, work orders or sample parts to determine specifications
- selects and works with materials such as timber, veneers, particle board and synthetic wood
- marks out, cuts and shapes wood
- works from drawings or specifications to make furniture
- makes fittings for boats, caravans or other items where fine detail is required
- assembles parts to form sections of furniture and completed articles
- fits hinges, locks, catches, drawers and shelves
- may repair and refurbish furniture and antiques
- may make frames for chairs and couches
Specialisations:
- Antique Furniture Reproducer
- Antique Furniture Restorer
- Coffin Maker
- Chair and Couch Maker
- Metal Furniture Maker
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4313-13 |
Cable Jointer |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | NT |
Joins insulated electric power cables installed in underground conduits and trenches and prepares cable terminations for connection to electrical equipment and overhead lines.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- repairs, maintains and joins cables
- splices conductors, insulates splices and connects cable sheathing
- checks insulation and performance of installed cables
- maintains location diagrams
- ensures that electrical conductors are correctly connected between sub-stations and customers' premises
- may dig trenches and service pits or tunnels for cables
- may test for the presence of gas
- may encase cables in armoured or other protective covers
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4411-13 |
Carpenter |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, TAS |
Constructs, erects, installs, renovates and repairs structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, wallboard and other materials.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- studies drawings and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions and installation procedures
- orders and selects timbers and materials, and prepares layouts
- cuts materials with hand and power tools, and assembles or nails cut and shaped parts
- erects framework, lays sub-flooring and verifies trueness of structures
- assembles ceiling joists and rafters to construct roof framing, or nails pre- fabricated roof trusses into place
- nails fascia panels, sheathes roofs and fits exterior wall cladding to enclose structures
- cuts and nails frames around windows and doors, hangs doors, installs prefabricated units and other structures, and nails floor-boards over sub-floor
- may install door handles, locks, hardware, flooring underlay, suspended ceilings, insulating materials and other fixtures
- may examine and remove parts of existing structures, do minor preparatory work and install building supports
- may erect scaffolding and steel studding
Specialisations:
- Fixing Carpenter
- Formwork Carpenter
- Prop and Scenery Maker
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4411-11 |
Carpenter and Joiner |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, TAS |
Constructs and installs structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, or wallboard and cuts, shapes and fits timber parts to form structures and fittings.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- studies drawings and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions and installation procedures
- orders and selects timbers and materials, and prepares layouts
- cuts materials, and assembles or nails cut and shaped parts
- erects framework and roof framing, lays sub-flooring and floorboards and verifies trueness of structures
- nails fascia panels, sheathes roofs and fits exterior wall cladding, door and window frames
- assembles prepared wood to form structures and fittings ready to install
- cuts wood joints
- may construct concrete formwork
- may repair existing fittings
- may work with plastic laminates, perspex or metals
Specialisations:
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3322-11 |
Chef |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, TAS |
Plans and organises the preparation and cooking of food in dining or catering establishments.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- plans menus and estimates food and labour costs in consultation with the Head Chef
- implements staff rosters and supervises the activities of cooks and assistants
- discusses food preparation issues with managers, dietitians and other staff members
- requisitions food, kitchen supplies and equipment
- demonstrates techniques to cooks and advises them on cooking procedures
- prepares and cooks food
- portions food, adds gravies, sauces and garnishes
- explains and enforces hygiene regulations
- may select and train staff
- may freeze and preserve foods
Specialisations:
- Chef de Partie
- Commis Chef
- Demi Chef
- Second Chef
- Sous Chef
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2129-17 |
Chemical Engineer |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
ACT, SA, NT | WA, SA |
Designs and prepares specifications for chemical process systems and the construction and operation of commercial-scale chemical plants, and supervises industrial processing and fabrication of products undergoing physical and chemical changes.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- prepares designs for chemical process systems, and plans control systems for processes such as those used to remove and separate components, effect chemical changes, test and evaluate fuels, transfer heat, and control the storing and handling of solids, liquids and gases
- monitors the operation and maintenance of equipment to achieve maximum efficiency under safe operating conditions
- designs pilot plants
- ensures that correct materials and equipment are used and that they conform to specifications
- interprets reports from other engineers, chemists and technical workers
- diagnoses malfunctions in chemical plants and institutes remedial actions
- prepares analytical reports, feasibility studies and detailed costings of processes
- studies product utilisation and pollution control problems
- may confer with environmental authorities
- may review tenders and supervise contracts
- may specialise in the conduct of experiments and correlation of data to investigate practical chemical engineering problems
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2111-11 |
Chemist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW, VIC | |
Studies the chemical and physical properties of substances and develops and monitors chemical processes and production.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- conducts experiments and tests to identify the chemical composition and reactive properties of natural substances or processed materials
- develops procedures, instruments, recording and testing systems to be used in experiments
- analyses or conducts research to develop theories, techniques and processes, and tests the reliability of these under various conditions
- develops practical applications of experimental and research findings
- develops and monitors quality control procedures for the manufacture of products in plants or factories
- prepares or supervises the preparation of laboratory reports, scientific papers and reports on specifications and standards
- may supervise and coordinate the work of technicians
- may test products or materials to ensure compliance with government health laws, and standards of quality and purity
- may use micro-organisms to convert substances into new compounds
Specialisations:
- Analytical Chemist
- Food Technologist
- Industrial Chemist
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1295-11 |
Child Care Co-ordinator |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Child Care Centre Director
Child Care Centre Manager
Directs the activities of a child care centre or service.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- directs and supervises child care workers in providing care and supervision for young children
- develops and implements programs to enhance the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children
- provides care for children in before-school, after-school, day and vacation care centres
- manages physical facilities and ensures all buildings and equipment are maintained
- ensures the centre is a safe area for all children, staff and visitors
- maintains records and accounts for the centre
- complies with government requirements and standards that may effect funding and continued service
- liaises with parents
- recruits staff and coordinates professional development
- develops and implements policies on a broad range of issues
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2124-11 |
Civil Engineer |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Plans, designs, organises and oversees the construction and operation of civil engineering projects such as structural, transportation or hydraulic engineering systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- designs civil engineering projects such as hydraulic systems, roads, aerodromes, water supply systems, bridges and buildings
- studies, evaluates and reports on the environmental implications of projects
- determines construction methods, materials and quality standards
- drafts and interprets specifications, drawings, plans, construction methods and procedures
- organises and directs site labour and the delivery of construction materials, plant and equipment
- administers contracts and verifies and certifies satisfactory completion
- establishes detailed programs for the coordination of site activities
- sets up work control systems to ensure that standards of performance, quality, cost and safety are met
- consults with other engineers, architects, landscape architects and environmental scientists
- researches, investigates and evaluates materials, processes or systems related to civil engineering works
- supervises the testing and commissioning of completed works
Specialisations:
- Traffic Engineer
- Hydrolics Engineer
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3122-11 |
Civil Engineering Associate |
40 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Civil Engineering Technical Officer
Prepares drawings and plans, estimates costs and checks engineering work in support of
Civil Engineers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- prepares diagrams, drawings, plans and designs for construction work under the direction of civil engineers and engineering technologists
- interprets work assignment instructions, applies appropriate procedures and selects equipment
- performs and directs fieldwork and laboratory testing
- analyses data and carries out computations
- estimates material costs and ensures finished works are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions
- inspects civil engineering works and organises and supervises maintenance and repair work
Specialisations:
- Civil Engineering Design Draftsperson
- Road Design Draftsperson
- Sewage Reticulation Drafting Officer
- Structural Engineering Drafting Officer
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3122-13 |
Civil Engineering Technician |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA, ACT, SA, NT | WA, SA, NT |
Conducts tests of construction materials and prepares sketches and tabulations in support of
Civil Engineers and Civil Engineering Associates.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate IV or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- interprets work assignment instructions, applies appropriate procedures and selects equipment under the direction of civil engineers, engineering technologists and engineering associates
- conducts field and laboratory tests of construction materials and soils, and collects data for traffic surveys
- prepares computations, sketches, charts and tabulations for civil engineering works such as drainage, water supply, sewage reticulation systems, roads, airports, dams, bridges and other structures
Specialisations:
- Civil Engineering Assistant
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2514-11 |
Clinical Psychologist |
60 |
APS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC, ACT, SA | NSW, QLD, SA, NT |
Consults with individuals and groups, assesses psychological disorders and administers programs of treatment.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree and a post-graduate qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- collects data about individuals and assesses their cognitive, behavioural and emotional disorders
- administers and interprets psychological tests and formulates plans for treatment
- develops, administers and evaluates individual and group treatment programs
- assesses the reliability and validity of procedures used in treatment programs
- treats complex mental disorders and other health problems using specialised psychological techniques
- organises groups and conducts programs for the development of self-confidence, communication and other inter-personal skills
- may consult with other professionals in developing treatment programs
Specialisations:
- Clinical Neuropsychologist
- Forensic Psychologist
- Health Psychologist
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4316-13 |
Communications Linesperson |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC, WA, ACT NT | WA, SA, NT |
Installs, maintains and repairs external telecommunication equipment, including aerial lines, conduits and underground cables, radio antennae and limited items of terminal equipment.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- examines drawings, specifications and work areas to determine positioning and connections for equipment to be installed
- attaches outgoing and incoming cables to appliances being installed
- locates faults and tests external plant equipment using instruments such as transmission measuring equipment, ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters
- adjusts, replaces and repairs faulty items at telephone installation centres or fault control centres
- replaces telephones, fax machines, answering machines and other telephone equipment in homes or small offices
- erects, tests and maintains aerial wires, cables and radio antennae
- installs underground cables for telephone and other communications transmissions
- joins cables and seals sheaths with lead or thermoplastic
- distributes cable pairs from exchanges or pillars
- runs telephone cables underground
- may install lead-ins, internal wiring and equipment at customers' premises
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2512-13 |
Community Worker |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, TAS |
Facilitates community development initiatives and collective solutions within a community to address issues, needs and problems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- researches and analyses community issues, needs and problems
- develops, evaluates and maintains community resources and programs
- evaluates resources devoted to health, welfare, recreation, housing, employment, training and other community facilities or programs
- interprets identified needs for community organisations, social agencies and groups, stimulates their interest and enlists cooperation
- provides leadership and coordinates programs
- prepares reports, budgets and policies
Specialisations:
- Community Development Officer
- Community Support Worker
- Housing Officer
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2231-21 |
Computer Systems Auditor |
60 |
ACS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Designs and monitors control systems which ensure the integrity and security of data and reviews the organisation's computing environment and usage of computer facilities.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- analyses information processing systems to assess their completeness, accuracy, validity, and efficiency
- assesses whether business systems process authorised transactions completely, accurately, and in a timely manner
- reviews application systems and associated business procedures to ensure that they meet desired business objectives in a timely and efficient manner
- participates in the design of new systems to ensure that the resulting system is efficient, effective and well controlled
- reviews the computing environment of organisations to assess the operations, systems software, systems development and security procedures
- reviews the acquisition of software and hardware in terms of economy, efficiency and ability to meet operating requirements
- investigates the usage of computing facilities
- liaises with data processing management and systems users, and prepares reports recommending improvements in the management of computing facilities
Specialisations:
- Information Technology Security Manager
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2231-79 |
Computing Professionals nec |
60 |
ACS |
SOL ENSOL MODL CSL |
NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, NT, TAS | WA |
This occupation group covers Computing Professionals not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Occupations in this group include:
- Computer Analyst
- Computer Scientist
- Computing Tester
- Database Analyst
- Local Area Network (LAN) Controller
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3294-11 |
Computing Support Technician |
40 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Provides technical advice and support to users of computer software and hardware.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- determines software and hardware requirements to provide solutions to problems
- adapts existing programs to meet users' requirements
- answers queries on software and hardware problems
- installs and downloads appropriate software
- ensures efficient use of applications and equipment
Specialisations:
- Help Desk Technician
- Network Support Technician
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2549-11 |
Conservator |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Plans and organises the conservation of materials and objects in libraries, archives, museums, art galleries and other institutions.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- examines items to confirm and assess their identity, condition and authenticity
- analyses the causes and extent of deterioration and recommends remedial action
- implements and records conservation and restoration treatment
- advises on storage conditions, handling methods and the acquisition of materials and equipment
- assesses collections and prepares reports of conservation plans and activities
- conducts lectures, demonstrations and training programs on preservation and conservation techniques
- undertakes research and develops techniques, procedures and standards for protection, treatment, restoration and preservation
- coordinates the activities of workers engaged in the repair, treatment, restoration and preservation of items
- may specialise in the conservation of paper, audio-visual and art objects and other natural and cultural materials
Specialisations:
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1191-11 |
Construction Project Manager |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | TAS |
Building and Construction Manager
Manages the construction of buildings and other structures and organises the physical and human resources involved in the construction process.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- interprets architectural drawings, specifications and bills of quantities
- consults with architects, engineers and other professional and technical workers
- negotiates with building owners, property developers and subcontractors
- controls preparation of tender estimates and contract bids
- assesses the size and scope of the building or site development and creates and implements coordinated programs for site activities and work control systems
- coordinates labour resources, procurement and delivery of materials, plant and equipment
- creates and implements coordinated programs for site activities and work control systems
- ensures adherence to building legislation and standards of building performance
- may be involved in the development of government and corporate building policies
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4513-11 |
Cook |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT NT, TAS | NSW, WA, NT, TAS |
Prepares, seasons and cooks food in catering and dining establishments.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- examines food to ensure quality
- regulates temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
- prepares and cooks food
- seasons food during cooking
- portions food, places it in dishes, adds gravies or sauces, and garnishes
- stores food in temperature controlled facilities
- may plan menus and estimate food requirements
- may prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
- may train other kitchen staff and apprentices
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2534-19 |
Copywriter |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Designs and composes written material to advertise products or services.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- studies products to establish the principal selling features
- defines themes, style and length of copy with client
- develops ideas and concepts in conjunction with the art director to sell products
- presents ideas and concepts to clients
- plans and writes text and headlines for brochures and press releases
- writes advertisements for press, radio, television, cinema screens, billboards, catalogues and shop displays
- may name products, write copy for packaging, and write other sales and promotional material
- may write scripts for radio and television announcers to provide continuity for broadcasts
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2381-13 |
Dental Specialist |
60 |
ADC |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, irregularities and malformations of teeth and associated structures in the mouth and jaw using surgery or other specialist techniques.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- receives referrals from dentists and medical practitioners
- examines patients and conducts X-ray examinations or special tests
- makes diagnoses on the basis of examinations and tests
- undertakes or arranges for treatment
- supervises patients' progress after treatment
Specialisations:
- Endodontist
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
- Oral Pathologist
- Orthodontist
- Paedodontist
- Periodontist
- Prosthodontist
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3492-15 |
Dental Technician |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Dental Prosthetist
Constructs and repairs dentures and other dental devices.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- receives and interprets written orders from dentists
- fabricates full and partial dentures
- constructs metal clasps, inlays, bridgework and other aids
- repairs, makes additions or relines denture bases
- constructs maxillofacial appliances
- may fit dentures
Specialisations:
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2381-11 |
Dentist |
60 |
ADC |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, QLD, WA, SA, NT |
Dental Practitioner
Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries and abnormalities of teeth, gums and related oral structures, prescribes and administers restorative and preventive procedures, and conducts surgery or uses other specialist techniques.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines teeth, gums and other tissues using dental equipment and X-rays
- diagnoses dental conditions and plans treatment
- cleans teeth and cavities, fills cavities with restorative materials and extracts and replaces teeth
- constructs inlays and artificial crowns to replace portions of teeth
- designs, constructs and fits dentures, bridge work, orthodontic and other appliances
- advises patients on oral hygiene and provides preventive dental services such as applications of fluoride and sealants to teeth
- may refer patients to dentists specialising in particular methods, or medical practitioners for further examination and treatment
- may administer local and general anaesthetics
- may delegate technical construction to Dental Technicians
- may specialise in particular disorders, treatments or methods requiring additional specialist training
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2312-13 |
Dermatologist |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Provides diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical services related to human skin disorders.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- diagnoses and treats skin disorders including infections, genetic diseases of the skin, neoplastic disease, parasitic conditions and inflammatory and auto-immune disease
- diagnoses allergic and irritant skin conditions
- conducts microscopic and macroscopic examinations, and skin sensitivity tests
- surgically excises, irradiates and uses cryotherapy for cutaneous malignancies and other growths
- advises patients about the treatment and care of skin
- prescribes and administers treatments and medications, and monitors their effectiveness and side effect profiles
- provides consultancy and treatment services to assist with the care of patients with skin disease
- counsels patients
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2393-11 |
Dietitian |
60 |
DAA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC ACT | |
Nutritionist
Assists individuals, groups and communities to attain, maintain and promote health through good diet and nutrition.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- provides nutrition assessments, nutrition management, nutrition education, research and training
- collects, organises and assesses data relating to health and nutrition
- plans diets and menus and instructs people on the requirements and importance of prescribed and normal diets, and on the planning and preparation of food
- consults with other health professionals and related workers on nutrition, including controlled diets for people with special needs
- monitors food intake and quality of food to provide nutritional care
- plans, conducts and evaluates nutrition intervention programs and compiles educational material
- may provide nutrition counselling services and act as consultants to private hospitals and nursing homes
- may conduct and evaluate dietary studies and participate in research on nutritional related matters
- may advise on product development or redevelopment, marketing and sales strategies and provide food and nutrition information
- may develop and administer food and nutrition policies
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1292-11 |
Director of Nursing |
60 |
ANMC |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NT, TAS | SA, NT |
Senior Nurse Manager
Directs and manages nursing programs and clinical services in hospitals, nursing homes and other health service facilities and maintains standards of nursing care.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- determines the nursing policies of the hospital or health service facility and develops organisational structure and standards of performance
- directs nursing staff
- interprets policies, procedures and objectives of the nursing service to medical and administrative staff and community groups
- promotes working relationships with community agencies
- prepares or assists in the preparation of the nursing budget and contributes to the overall organisational budget
- establishes personnel qualification requirements, directs the preparation of procedure manuals and implements records and reporting systems
- initiates studies to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing services in the organisation in relation to objectives, costs, and nursing care
- may direct on-site nursing education programs and may assist with nursing curricula
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3421-17 |
Disabilities Services Officer |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, TAS |
Works in a range of adult service units which provide education and community access to people with intellectual, physical, social and emotional disabilities.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- assesses client training needs and plans, develops, implements and evaluates education and training programs
- liaises with community groups, parents and residential workers in the development of training programs for community orientation, independent living skills, daily living activities, literacy and numeracy, communication and vocational training
- liaises with employers and employment agencies to place clients in jobs and provide intensive on-the-job training and continuing monitoring in competitive or integrated supported employment programs
- may establish recreation and support networks and provide recreation and community orientation training for their clients
- may negotiate work contracts, manage the business aspects of the operation and provide occupational training and on-going support in segregated supported employment programs
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4431-15 |
Drainer |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT | WA, SA |
Installs, maintains and designs below-ground drainage systems and associated sewerage or effluent disposal systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- sets out and installs below ground sanitary and stormwater drainage systems
- carries out site drainage and de-watering procedures, employing stormwater, sub- soil and pumped systems
- installs septic tanks, effluent disposal and disinfections systems
- locates and clears blockages in drainage systems
- replaces sections of below ground drains
- excavates and levels to line, depth and grade
- installs excavation supports in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements
- cuts and joints piping
- tests drainage systems
- may construct brick or concrete pits
Specialisations:
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2513-13 |
Drug and Alcohol Counsellor |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | WA |
Provides assessment, support and treatment for people, develops strategies which assist them to set goals, effect and maintain change, and provides community advice and education.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- assesses client needs in relation to treatment for drug and alcohol abuse
- employs appropriate therapeutic models and interventions as a method of treatment and support for the client
- refers client to appropriate agencies for treatment, support and education
- facilitates the development of clients' interpersonal and group skills through the provision of group-work programs
- counsels and supports family members
- provides information to the courts, guardians and agencies with the consent of the client
- adopts harm-minimisation principles in working with the client
- assists in community development by providing consultancy services and assists the community to attain knowledge and skills in addressing problems relating to substance use
- raises awareness regarding the prevention, early intervention and treatment of substance use
- promotes inter-organisational planning and consultation regarding the development of appropriate strategies and client management
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2522-11 |
Economist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Economic Analyst
Reviews and analyses economic data, studies and prepares reports on subjects relating to the economy.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- studies economic and statistical data
- devises methods and procedures for collecting and processing data
- analyses interrelationships between economic variables
- selects established economic techniques or develops new ones for analysis
- prepares reports of research findings
- analyses the efficiency of government and industry with special reference to resource allocation
- forecasts changes in the economic environment for short-term budgeting, long-term planning and investment evaluation
- formulates recommendations, policies or plans for the economy, special projects or industrial project feasibility studies
Specialisations:
- Agricultural Economist
- Econometrician
- Economic Forecaster
- Macro-economist
- Micro-economist
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2534-11 |
Editor |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Associate Editor
Plans and directs editing of publications such as newspapers, magazines and journals prior to printing and distribution.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- makes decisions about the content of publications with other senior editors and in accordance with editorial policies and guidelines
- reviews copy to ensure that it conforms with accepted rules of style and format
- manages the day-to-day running of a newspaper or magazine
- assigns staff and photographers to stories
- writes articles, editorials or reviews
- edits copy, writes headlines and plans layout of news items in appropriate sections of publications
- may supervise journalists and undertake administrative tasks
Specialisations:
- Features Editor
- News Editor
- Pictures Editor
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2514-13 |
Educational Psychologist |
60 |
APS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA |
Investigates learning and teaching, and develops psychological techniques to foster the development and skills of individuals and groups in educational settings.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- conducts research into motivation in learning, group performance and individual differences in mental abilities and educational performance
- collects data and analyses characteristics of students and recommends educational programs
- formulates achievement, diagnostic and predictive tests for use by teachers in planning methods and content of instruction
- develops special methods of remedial instruction
- develops guidelines for the selection and development of teachers
- liaises with education specialists to plan curriculum and develop methods of organising, conducting and evaluating education programs
- may provide individuals and groups with educational and vocational guidance, training in study skills and personal counselling
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2125-11 |
Electrical Engineer |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, QLD, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Designs, develops and supervises the manufacture, installation, operation and maintenance of equipment, machines and systems for the generation, distribution, utilisation and control of electric power.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- plans and designs the manufacture and installation of electric power equipment and facilities
- determines the type and arrangement of circuits, transformers, circuit-breakers, transmission lines and other equipment
- develops products such as electric motors, components, equipment and appliances
- interprets specifications, drawings, standards and regulations relating to electric power equipment and use
- organises and manages resources used in the supply of electrical components, machines, appliances and equipment
- establishes delivery and installation schedules for machines, switchgear, cables and fittings
- supervises the operation and maintenance of power stations, transmission and distribution systems and industrial plants
- may specialise in research in areas such as power generation and transmission systems, transformers, switchgear and electric motors, telemetry and control systems
Specialisations:
- Electrical Design Engineer
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3123-11 |
Electrical Engineering Associate |
40 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Electrical Engineering Technical Officer
Prepares drawings and plans of electrical installations and circuitry, collects data and estimates costs in support of Electrical Engineers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- assists electrical engineers and engineering technologists in the design and layout of electrical installations and circuitry on switchyards, substations, switchgear, cabling systems and motor control systems
- prepares drawings, plans and diagrams of electrical installations and circuitry under the direction of electrical engineers and engineering technologists
- estimates material costs and quantities
- ensures that designs and finished products are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions
- collects data, performs complex computations and prepares diagrams
- assists in testing and commissioning of electrical equipment and installations and in the supervision of operations and maintenance
- assists with research and experimentation programs
Specialisations:
- Electrical Engineering Design Draftsperson
- Electrical Engineering Drafting Officer
- Relays Draftsperson
- Substation Design Draftsperson
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3123-13 |
Electrical Engineering Technician |
40 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Conducts tests of electrical systems and prepares charts and tabulations in support of
Electrical Engineers and Electrical Engineering Associates.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate IV or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- performs tests, graphs results, prepares charts and tabulations under the direction of electrical engineers, engineering technologists and engineering associates
- undertakes electrical workshop functions, such as installing assemblies for protection relays, metering and indicating devices
- assembles, installs, tests and calibrates and modifies electrical installations to conform with regulations and safety requirements
Specialisations:
- Electrical Engineering Detail Draftsperson
- Electrical Instrument Technician
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4313-11 |
Electrical Powerline Tradesperson |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Installs, maintains, repairs and patrols electrical sub-transmission and distribution systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- installs earth stakes, poles and guy wires
- checks safety of operating conditions for working on electrical equipment and distribution systems of all voltages
- installs or services aerial equipment such as cross arms, insulators, transformers, street lights and customer supply points
- covers conductors with insulating materials
- joins overhead conductors using compression fittings, and adjusts tension
- performs emergency repairs and de-energising of conductors
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4311-13 |
Electrician (Special Class) |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Services and repairs intricate and complex electrical or electronic circuitry.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- diagnoses and repairs faults in electrical circuitry which is of a complex nature
- analyses drawings and specifications to determine sequences and methods of operation
- uses electrical and electronic test instruments to trace faults
- dismantles units, repairs or replaces defective components and re-assembles them
- test-operates and monitors the performance of systems, and adjusts settings
- records causes of malfunctioning and action taken
- may service and repair circuitry in prototype and other non-standard units
- may service and repair components of electrical equipment powered by hydraulic, pneumatic or other non-electrical energy sources
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3124-11 |
Electronic Engineering Associate |
40 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA, ACT, SA | WA, SA |
Prepares drawings and plans of electronic engineering work and collects and analyses data in support of Electronic Engineers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- assists electronics engineers in the evaluation, selection, development, design, testing, manufacture, assembly and maintenance of electronic equipment and associated circuitry
- prepares drawings, plans and diagrams for electronic engineering work under the direction of electronics engineers and engineering technologists
- undertakes complex calibrations, tests and adjustments
- collects and analyses data, carries out complex computations and prepares reports
- estimates material costs and quantities
- inspects designs and installations for compliance with specifications, drawings, contracts and regulations
- develops specifications for and assists electronics engineers in the commissioning of non-standard systems and equipment
- may operate and maintain complex telecommunications equipment, including computer-controlled equipment
Specialisations:
- Aircraft Electronics Technical Officer
- Communications and Data Systems Drafting Officer
- Communications Engineering Technical Officer
- Computer-Numeric Control Technical Officer
- Control Systems Drafting Officer
- Digital Controls Technical Officer
- Flight Surveyor
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3124-13 |
Electronic Engineering Technician |
40 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT, SA | WA, SA |
Conducts tests of electronic systems and assembles circuitry in support of Electronic Engineers and Electronic Engineering Associates.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate IV or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- assembles circuitry for electronic equipment in accordance with technical manuals and electronics engineers' instructions
- performs tests, graphs results, prepares charts and tabulations under the direction of electronics engineers, engineering technologists and engineering associates
- calibrates electronic measuring and indicating instruments according to established standards
- installs, tests, repairs and modifies electronic equipment, following technical manuals or electronics engineers' instructions
Specialisations:
- Communications Engineering Technician
- Electronics Detail Draftsperson
- Printed Circuit Board Designer
- Process Control Technician
- Telemetry Technician
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4315-11 |
Electronic Equipment Tradesperson |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT | WA, SA, NT |
Radio and Television Repairer
Maintains, adjusts and repairs radio and television receivers, and related audio and visual reproduction equipment such as tape recorders and video cassette recorders.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- identifies nature of equipment malfunction
- monitors radio and television reception to assist in diagnosing faults
- removes protective coverings to gain access to equipment
- performs voltage and resistance tests and waveform checks, using electronic test equipment
- adjusts or replaces faulty parts
- tests electronic circuitry, resistors and capacitors
- records servicing time and replacement parts used
- installs television sets and antennas on clients' premises
- adjusts controls of colour receivers using colour bar generators
- may accept payment and issue receipt for service
- may examine and repair motors of record turntables and tape recorders
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2125-13 |
Electronics Engineer |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT | WA, SA |
Designs, develops, adapts, installs, tests and maintains electronic components, circuits and systems used for computer systems, communication systems and other industrial applications.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- designs electronic components, circuits and systems used for computer, communication and control systems, and other industrial applications
- designs software, especially embedded software, to be used within such systems
- develops apparatus and procedures to test electronic components, circuits and systems
- supervises installation and commissioning of computer, communications and control systems, and ensures proper control and protection methods
- establishes and monitors performance and safety standards and procedures for operation, modification, maintenance and repair of such systems
- designs communications bearers based on wired, optical fibre and wireless communications media
- analyses communications traffic and level of service, and determines the type of installation, location, layout and transmission medium for communications systems
- designs and develops signal processing algorithms and implements these through appropriate choice of hardware and software
Specialisations:
- Mechatronics Engineer
- Radio Engineer
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2312-15 |
Emergency Medicine Specialist |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Emergency Physician
Diagnoses and manages patients with acute and urgent illness and injury.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- provides specialised emergency medical care to patients of all ages with acute and urgent illness or injury
- treats the full range of acute and urgent physical or behavioural disorders
- examines patients who have acute and urgent illness or injury
- determines extent and nature of illness or injury
- recommends treatment for the diagnosed condition
- coordinates other emergency medical staff to treat patients
- assists in the development and maintenance of emergency medical systems
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1221-11 |
Engineering Manager |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this unit group is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances, relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- directs the formulation of engineering strategies, policies and plans
- ensures engineering standards of quality, cost, safety, timeliness and performance are observed
- interprets plans, drawings and specifications and provides advice on engineering methods and procedures to achieve construction and production requirements
- liaises with marketing, research and manufacturing managers concerning engineering aspects of new construction and product design
- establishes project and work schedules and budgets
- ensures conformity with specifications and plans and with laws, regulations and safety standards
- oversees maintenance requirements to optimise efficiency
- coordinates the activities of engineering staff and controls engineering staff selection and training
- may contribute to research and development projects
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2128-79 |
Engineering Technologists nec |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW, VIC | |
This occupation group covers Engineering Technologists not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Occupations in this group include:
- Aeronautical Engineering Technologist
- Agricultural Engineering Technologist
- Biomedical Engineering Technologist
- Chemical Engineering Technologist
- Industrial Engineering Technologist
- Mining Engineering Technologist
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2543-13 |
Environmental Health Officer |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT, NT, TAS | WA, NT, TAS |
Health Surveyor
Develops, implements and evaluates environmental health policies, programs and issues, and oversees the implementation and monitoring of environmental health legislation.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- prepares and implements plans and strategies for the safe, economic and hygienic disposal of commercial, medical and household wastes
- advises on and implements safety and prevention programs for communicable diseases, food hygiene, waste water and treatment disposal systems, swimming pools, and contaminated and hazardous substances
- develops, implements and reviews environmental health emergency management plans and occupational health and safety plans
- oversees all health aspects of food hygiene, such as transport, storage, preparation, serving and disposal of food
- develops and implements programs minimising air, sea, water and noise pollution
- develops, implements and coordinates environmental health education and health promotion programs
- oversees and advises on environmental health legislation and recommends corrective actions
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2114-11 |
Environmental Research Scientist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | TAS |
Studies and develops policies and plans for the control of factors which may produce pollution, imbalance or degradation of the environment.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- studies the effects on animal and plant life of such factors as terrain, altitude, climatic conditions, sources of nutrition, and predators
- investigates the structure of communities of organisms and predicts the effects of disturbances by human or environmental changes
- plans and conducts field trips to study animals and plants in their natural environments and to collect specimens for laboratory study
- studies and analyses pollution, atmospheric conditions, demographic characteristics, ecology, mineral, soil and water samples
- prepares graphs, charts and statistics from data, analyses data and correlates them with the work of other scientists, evaluates data and prepares reports of conclusions
- develops and tests models of the environment using knowledge of ecology, mathematics, statistics and physical sciences
- develops conservation or harvesting policies for management of biological resources such as fish populations and forests
- assesses pollution problems, establishes standards and develops approaches for the control of pollution and the rehabilitation of areas disturbed by activities such as mining, timber felling or overgrazing
- may prepare environmental impact studies of activities such as mining, building and housing
Specialisations:
- Air Pollution Analyst
- Ecologist
- Land Degradation Analyst
- Water Quality Analyst
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2212-11 |
External Auditor |
60 |
CPAA ICAA NIA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
NSW, VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Designs and operates information and reporting systems to meet external financial reporting requirements.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- provides independent opinions on the financial performance of an organisation, and the extent to which its obligations are fulfilled
- verifies the accuracy of information contained in accounting records
- verifies the existence of assets and liabilities mentioned in reports
- prepares financial statements and reports for management, shareholders and statutory bodies
- determines the efficiency and effectiveness of companies and government departments
- may examine the records of government departments, statutory and municipal authorities and government-owned companies
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2119-15 |
Extractive Metallurgist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC, WA | WA |
Researches, develops, controls and provides advice on processes used in extracting metals from their ores and the washing, crushing and grading of ore or refining metals.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- studies and applies chemical and metallurgical techniques for extracting and refining metallic materials from their ores or concentrates
- coordinates the analysis of samples taken from metallurgical process streams to ensure safe and economic operation
- advises operations personnel on process changes required to obtain desired products, processes and quality control
- specifies temperature adjustments, charge mixtures and other processing variables to obtain pig iron, steel or other metals of specified quality
- investigates methods of improving metallurgical processes such as selective oxidation, reduction, electrolysis, and distillation to extract aluminium, lead, copper, zinc, nickel and other non-ferrous metals from their ores
- assists with the design and preparation of specifications for primary and preparation plants
- may prepare cost budgets of operations to evaluate the economic feasibility of processes
- may supervise and coordinate the work of technicians and other workers in the extractive process
Specialisations:
- Hydrometallurgical Engineer
- Pyrometallurgical Engineer
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2513-15 |
Family Counsellor |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | TAS |
Assists individuals, couples or families with marriage or relationship difficulties.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- assists the understanding and adjustment of attitudes, expectations and behaviour to develop more effective interpersonal and marital relationships
- conducts counselling or therapeutic interviews with individuals, couples or family groups
- collects data through observation and case histories, and discusses problems with parties involved
- presents alternative approaches and discusses potential for attitude and behaviour change
- counsels people and assists with appropriate decisions and adjustments relating to divorce
Specialisations:
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4412-11 |
Fibrous Plasterer |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Fibrous Plaster Fixer
Plasterboard Fixer
Fibrous Plaster Setter
Applies and fixes suspended ceilings and plasterboard partitions, fire rating systems, acoustic tiles, and composite wall linings to buildings.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines plasterboard layout, and installs insulation and vapour barriers
- measures and marks reference points on plasterboard
- cuts plasterboard, lifts and positions panels and secures them to walls and ceilings, or to battens
- prepares corner beads and secures them in position
- fixes pre-cast cornices, panel mouldings, ceiling centres and other plaster fittings
- covers joins and nail holes with wet plaster or sealing compounds, and smooths them using wet brushes and sand paper
- may spray fibrous materials over surfaces to be covered
Specialisations:
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1211-11 |
Finance Manager |
60 |
CPAA ICAA NIA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, TAS |
Finance Director
Financial Controller
Plans, administers and reviews the financial and accounting activities within an organisation.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- plans and oversees the financial operations of the organisation and directs the formulation of budgetary and accounting policies in consultation with other managers
- provides financial information and interprets the implications for business performance and funding needs
- coordinates the development, implementation and monitoring of accounting systems
- directs the collection of financial and accounting information and the preparation of budgets, reports, forecasts and statutory returns
- assesses capital finance proposals and the financial status of operational projects
- advises on investment strategies, including takeovers and mergers
- advises on sources of funds, including share capital, and the distribution of earnings
Specialisations:
- Chief Accountant
- Credit Manager
- Divisional Finance Manager
- Treasurer (except Government)
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3213-11 |
Financial Investment Adviser |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW, ACT | SA |
Financial Planning Adviser
Develops and implements financial plans for individuals, businesses and organisations, and advises on tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans and real estate.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- interviews prospective clients to determine financial status and objectives
- analyses client's financial status, discusses financial options and develops financial strategies
- reviews and revises plans based on modified needs and changes in investment markets
- recommends and arranges insurance cover for clients
- may refer clients to other establishments to obtain services outlined in financial plan
- may arrange to buy and sell stocks and bonds for client
- may rent, buy and sell property under clients' instructions
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4112-11 |
Fitter |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, SA, NT | NSW, QLD, WA, SA, NT |
Fits and assembles metal parts and sub-assemblies to fabricate production machinery and other equipment.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- studies drawings or specifications to determine methods and sequences of operations
- checks prepared metal components for accuracy, using measuring instruments such as micrometers, callipers and rules
- lifts and hoists components on to working surface, lays out and marks reference points, and aligns parts using measuring instruments
- drills holes and taps threads for bolting parts together, and assembles parts and sub-assemblies
- cuts, threads, bends and installs hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines
- verifies alignment of, and clearances between, components using measuring instruments
- cleans and lubricates assembled articles
- may mark out stock to be shaped and formed into metal parts by other workers
- may shrink-fit parts during assembly, using oxyacetylene torches and presses
- may fit and assemble non-metallic parts
- may erect machinery and equipment on-site
- may test-assemble articles in workshops to ensure accuracy of fit
Specialisations:
- Diesel Fitter-Mechanic
- Fitter and Turner
- Fitter-Mechanic
- Fitter-Machinist
- Maintenance Fitter
- Mechanic (Diesel and Heavy Earthmoving Equipment)
- Plant Mechanic
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4982-11 |
Flat Glass Tradesperson |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | WA, SA, TAS |
Glazier
Measures, cuts, finishes, fits and installs flat glass and mirrors.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- determines type and dimensions of glass required
- lays glass over patterns on padded tables or in jigs
- measures and marks glass for cutting
- examines glass and marks defective areas
- cuts along patterns and templates
- breaks off sheets or excess glass with notched tools or glass pliers
- installs glass and mirrors in windows, skylights, display cases, interior walls and ceilings
- smooths rough edges, using belt sanders or smoothing wheels
- may coat, cut, etch, trim or treat glass to achieve special effects
Specialisations:
- Beveller
- Glass Embosser
- Glass Etcher
- Glass Silverer
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4423-11 |
Floor Finisher |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Measures, cuts, installs and repairs soft and resilient floor coverings.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- prepares surface for covering and removes baseboard trims
- measures areas to be covered or consults plans to estimate quantities of floor covering materials required
- measures, cuts and fixes underlay materials
- lays covering materials over floor, matches patterns, cuts shapes around fixtures and trims edges
- secures floor coverings and fits edge trims in doorways
- may install wall, ceiling, counter and bench coverings
- may lay parquetry blocks or resilient floor coverings
Specialisations:
- Carpet Layer
- Parquetry Layer
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4929-13 |
Furniture Finisher |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
ACT NT | SA |
Furniture Polisher
Finishes, polishes or refinishes furniture.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- sands and smooths furniture surfaces
- mixes stains by stirring in base colours to match colour or shade and applies to furniture
- applies varnish, shellac, lacquer or paint to surfaces
- polishes and waxes finished surfaces
- dismantles furniture, masks areas not being finished and removes accessories such as knobs and hinges to prepare articles for refinishing
- removes old finishes by stripping with steel wool or glasspaper, or by applying solvents or paint strippers and removing softened finishes by scraping
- removes excess solvent and indentations
- may restore wood surfaces to natural colour using acid and neutralisers
- may hand polish and restore antique furniture
Specialisations:
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4942-11 |
Furniture Upholsterer |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA |
Makes, rebuilds and repairs upholstered furniture such as chairs, sofas and beds.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- confers with clients or supervisors to determine style, size, materials and cost for furniture items
- measures and cuts covering and padding materials
- seams cushions and joins sections of covering material
- secures material, padding, springs and webbing to articles to be upholstered
- attaches ornamental trims, braids and buttons to covers or frames
- removes coverings, webbing and padding from old furniture items
- removes and replaces defective springs or installs new ones
- makes and repairs wooden frames
- may finish wooden surfaces on furniture
- may remove stains from fabric
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4431-13 |
Gasfitter |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, TAS |
Installs, maintains and repairs piping systems downstream of the billing meter and appliances and ancillary equipment associated with the use of fuel gases, including Liquified Petroleum Gas systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- tests piping systems for gas appliances
- installs piping systems for combustible gases
- installs gas appliances and ancillary equipment
- installs appliance flues
- installs gas pressure regulating devices and gas detection systems
- provides consumer about the operation and maintenance of appliances
- installs Liquified Petroleum Gas systems in caravans and marine craft
- undertakes maintenance of gas appliances
- may maintain pipes, appliances, flues and ancillary equipment associated with the use of fuel gases
Specialisations:
- Gas Main and Line Fitter
- Liquid Petroleum Gasfitter
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4316-11 |
General Communications Tradesperson |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC ACTSA, NT | SA, NT |
Installs, maintains and repairs telecommunications equipment and appliances such as telephones, mobile telephones, switchboards and data transmission equipment, in homes or at business or telephone exchanges or other network sites.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- examines drawings, specifications and work areas to determine positioning and connections for equipment to be installed
- attaches wires and cables to appliances
- locates faults in telecommunications equipment using instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and digital and analogue transmission measuring equipment
- adjusts, replaces and repairs faulty items of line concentrating equipment, telephone exchanges, telephone installation centres and fault control centres
- repairs telephones and telecommunications equipment in homes, or installs computerised switchboards and commanders in offices
- tests equipment using electronic instruments
- may assist installation of aerial or underground telephone cables or radio antennae
- may install and maintain a full range of mobile radio and personal access radio equipment
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4311-11 |
General Electrician |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Electrical Fitter
Electrical Mechanic
Electrician
Installs, tests, connects, commissions, maintains and modifies electrical equipment, wiring and control systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines wiring diagrams and installation areas to plan layout of wiring systems
- responds to break downs, diagnoses and repairs electrical systems and ancillary equipment
- positions and installs electrical switchboards
- installs sheathed cables
- measures, cuts and installs plastic conduit and pulls wires through
- splices, twists and solders wires and applies tape or terminal caps
- connects installed wires to circuit breakers, transformers, timers and other electrical equipment
- installs and connects items such as switches, lighting fixtures and earthing systems
- connects electrical systems to power supply
- tests continuity of circuit
- may install, modify, maintain and repair electrical equipment such as storage heaters, water heaters, lighting, motors, electric signs or switchboards
Specialisations:
- Armature Winder
- Electrical Contractor
- Heavy Coil Winder
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4314-11 |
General Electronic Instrument Tradesperson |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA | WA, SA, NT |
Installs, modifies, maintains and repairs electronic instruments and control systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- installs, maintains and repairs electronic instruments and control systems
- examines and tests faulty electronic instruments and control systems and diagnoses faults
- services and tests equipment on industrial sites
- may provide technical advice to clients or staff
- may estimate cost to install, maintain and repair electronic instruments
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1112-11 |
General Manager |
60 |
AIM |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | NSW, SA |
Plans, administers and reviews the major functions of industrial, commercial and government organisations either independently or through subordinate executives.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is at least 5 years relevant experience. In most instances a bachelor degree or higher qualification is also required.
Tasks Include:
- directs the policy and operations of a company, authority or institution for the achievement of policy objectives, increased profit and market control
- determines organisation objectives, policies and programs and sets standards and targets
- appraises the activities of institutions according to strategies and objectives, and monitors and evaluates performance
- provides overall direction and management of enterprises, including personnel, technological resources and assets
- consults with subordinate staff and reviews recommendations and reports
- prepares or arranges the preparation of reports, budgets and forecasts and presents them to governing bodies
- ensures the security and development of assets and resources
- represents organisations in negotiations, at conventions, seminars and official occasions, and liaises between areas of responsibility and with other organisations
- selects or approves the selection of senior staff
- authorises funds to implement policies and programs
- may undertake responsibility for some or all of accounting, sales, marketing, personnel and other specialist operations in smaller establishments
Specialisations:
- Chief Executive
- Commissioner (Emergency Services)
- Director-General
- Head of Armed Forces
- Hospital Administrator
- Managing Editor
- Medical Superintendent
- Secretary (Government Department)
- Trade Union Secretary
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2311-11 |
General Medical Practitioner |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
NSW, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Diagnoses, treats and prevents human physical and mental disorders and injuries.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and one years hospital-based training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- conducts examinations and questions patients to determine the nature of disorders or illnesses and records patients' medical information
- orders and performs laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic images and procedures and analyses findings
- provides overall care for patients and prescribes and administers treatments, medications and other remedial measures
- inoculates patients to prevent communicable diseases
- advises patients on diet, exercise, hygiene and other health matters
- provides pre and post-natal care
- reports births, deaths and notifiable diseases to government authorities
- refers patients to medical specialists and exchanges relevant medical details
- arranges the admission of patients to hospital
- may deliver babies or perform minor surgical procedures
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4431-11 |
General Plumber |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, TAS |
Installs and repairs water, drainage, gas and sewerage pipes and systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- sets out and installs hot and cold water systems and associated equipment
- installs fire hydrants and hose reel systems
- designs sanitary plumbing and water supply systems including residential sprinkler systems
- installs discharge pipes and sanitary fixtures
- fabricates and installs soil and waste stacks
- installs sewerage and effluent pumping equipment and disposal systems
- installs below-ground drainage systems and associated ground support systems
- assembles and installs mechanical services machinery, air handling and conditioning equipment and small bore heating systems
- fabricates and installs rainwater goods and flashings
- may install roof and wall cladding
- may install and maintain approved domestic and commercial appliances and ancillary equipment
Specialisations:
- Fire Services Plumber
- Sanitary Plumber
- Water Plumber
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2112-11 |
Geologist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC, WA, NT | WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Studies physical aspects of the earth to determine its structure and composition, and to locate and advise on the extraction of minerals, petroleum or ground water.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- conducts studies of the structure, nature and formation of the earth's crust and of the minerals contained in it
- studies and dates fossils and rock strata to develop knowledge of the evolution and biology of life forms, or to assess their commercial applications
- studies the effects of natural events such as erosion, sedimentation, earthquakes and volcanic activity on the formation of the earth's surface and sea beds
- examines and analyses geological specimens, rock cores, cuttings and samples using optical, chemical, electronic and mechanical techniques
- interprets remote sensing data to identify geological formations and anomalous areas for prospective exploration
- determines the economic viability of extracting mineral resources in cooperation with other professionals and the possible impact on the geological environment of development proposals
- determines the environmental impact of resource extraction proposals
- interprets research data from laboratory studies or exploration and prepares geological reports and maps
- prepares or supervises the preparation of laboratory reports and scientific papers
- supervises the work of technical officers, technicians and survey hands
Specialisations:
- Hydrogeologist
- Marine Geologist
- Palaeontologist
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2112-13 |
Geophysicist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA | WA, SA, TAS |
Studies physical aspects of the earth to determine its structure and composition, locate minerals, petroleum or ground water and to detect, monitor and forecast seismic, magnetic, electrical, thermal and oceanographic activity.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- conducts surveys of variations in the earth's gravitational and magnetic fields to determine its physical features
- investigates the propagation of seismic waves to determine the structure and stability of the earth's mantle and crust
- studies the causes of earthquakes and other stress states of the earth's crust
- performs laboratory and field studies, and airborne, ground and drill hole surveys
- analyses and interprets data from studies to assist in locating water, petroleum or mineral-bearing structures and determining the structure, composition and evolution of sub-surface rocks
- investigates the physical properties of rocks under laboratory conditions
- prepares or supervises the preparation of laboratory reports and scientific papers
- may supervise and coordinate the work of technical officers and technicians
- may study the physical aspects of oceans such as density, temperature, salinity, water circulation, light and sound transmission
Specialisations:
- Physical Oceanographer
- Seismologist
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2533-13 |
Graphic Designer |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, TAS |
Commercial Artist
Graphic Artist
Designs and presents information in a visual form for print, film, television, signs, video and computers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. This occupation requires high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience.
Tasks Include:
- consults with clients to determine time frames, budgets and other objectives
- analyses clients' needs, undertakes research and plans presentation of material
- prepares concepts and illustrations or other visual representation of final material
- submits designs to clients for approval
- prepares notes and instructions for finishing artists to assemble and prepares final artwork for printing, display or electronic use
- reviews final layout and suggests changes and improvements through proofing stages
- may advise on the photography and reproduction of illustrations or other graphics
Specialisations:
- Calligrapher
- Display Artist
- Exhibition Designer
- Film and Video Graphics Designer
- Publication Designer
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4622-11 |
Greenkeeper |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA |
Turf Curator
Groundsman/woman
Establishes and maintains fine turf, grassed areas, associated plantings and synthetic surfaces used for sport.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- prepares seedbeds for new turf
- establishes and maintains turf by watering with sprinkler systems, oversowing or overseeding damaged areas, and repairing green damage with sods
- mows, rolls and levels turf
- pegs and marks out lines and logos, installs nets, posts and stumps, and places sports equipment on playing areas
- replants, repairs, aerates, fertilises and top dresses lawns
- operates, maintains and adjusts hand and power driven equipment
- constructs cricket wickets, tennis courts, bowling, croquet or golf greens
- installs and maintains synthetic surfaces
- may maintain buildings, fences and surrounding gardens
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4931-11 |
Hairdresser |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, NT, TAS |
Hairstylist
Cuts, styles, chemically reforms and colours hair, and treats hair and scalp conditions.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- provides advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles
- provides treatments such as shampooing, colouring or scalp conditioning
- cuts, styles and straightens hair
- shaves and trims beards and moustaches
- arranges appointments and collects payments
- cleans work areas and instruments
- may provide services such as manicures, facials, eyelash and eyebrow tinting, make up, wax treatments and ear piercing
- may clean, colour, cut and style wigs and hairpieces
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| Grow/Shrink |
3322-01 |
Head Chef |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
TAS | SA, TAS |
Plans menus, estimates costs and supervises and coordinates the activities of Chefs and Cooks who prepare and cook food in catering and dining establishments.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- plans menus and advises chefs and cooks on sizes of portions and servings
- reviews labour and food costs and arranges menus according to budgets
- confers with customers regarding plans for special occasions, such as weddings and banquets
- arranges for equipment purchases and repairs
- examines supplies of foodstuffs to ensure quality
- consults with establishment management to discuss problems and plans
- demonstrates techniques and advises on cooking procedures
- may perform the tasks of a Chef
Specialisations:
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4623-01 |
Head Gardener |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of workers engaged in the cultivation and maintenance of gardens.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience.
Tasks Include:
- organises and allocates work and assesses task performance
- monitors, reviews and reports on changing conditions to management
- implements and monitors purchasing plans
- provides on-the-job training
- plans establishment of new areas and develops environmental management strategies
- conducts site analyses and designs soil profiles
- plans planting and maintenance programs
- trials species, treatments and applications
- develops plant health, weed, pest and disease control programs
|
| Grow/Shrink |
2382-11 |
Hospital Pharmacist |
60 |
APharmC |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
NSW, QLD, WA, ACT NT, TAS | NSW, WA, NT |
Prepares and dispenses pharmaceuticals, drugs and medicines in hospital pharmacies.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- reviews prescriptions to ensure that correct doses have been prescribed, and that the substances prescribed are compatible
- prepares or supervises the preparation of liquid medicines, ointments, powders, tablets and other medications
- compounds prescribed medicines, packages and labels them, and issues them in accordance with strict control procedures
- maintains stocks and orders supplies of drugs and medicines and maintains inventories of pharmaceuticals
- maintains control records of narcotics, poisons and habit forming drugs
- stores and preserves vaccines, serums and other drugs
- provides advice and information on the use and effects of medications
- advises medical practitioners on drug incompatibility and contra-indications
- may supervise others and manage the pharmacy as a business
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3323-11 |
Hotel or Motel Manager |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | WA TAS |
Hotelier
Publican
Organises and controls the operations of hotels or motels in providing guest accommodation, meals and other services.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- oversees reservation, reception, room service and housekeeping activities
- plans and supervises entertainment activities
- supervises security arrangements, and garden and property maintenance
- plans and supervises bar, restaurant, function and conference activities
- observes liquor, gaming and other laws and regulations
- assesses and reviews customer satisfaction and preferences
- oversees accounting and purchasing activities
- ensures compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
- may provide guests with local tourism information, arrange tours and transportation
- may manage the entire range of services provided by the establishment or may manage a specialised service area
Specialisations:
- Accommodation Manager
- Functions Manager
- Resort Manager
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1213-11 |
Human Resource Manager |
60 |
AIM |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA |
Personnel and Employee Relations Manager
Plans, administers and reviews activities concerned with staff selection, training and development, conditions of employment and other human resource issues within an organisation.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- directs the formulation of human resource management strategies, policies and plans to meet business needs
- advises and assists managers in applying sound recruitment and selection practices and appropriate induction, training and development programs
- develops and implements performance management systems, to plan, appraise and improve individual and team performance
- represents the organisation in negotiations with unions and employees, to determine remuneration and other conditions of employment
- oversees the maintenance of personnel records and various human resource information system requirements
- coordinates occupational health and safety programs and practices, develops equal employment opportunity programs, and ensures compliance with related legislative requirements
- oversees the application of redundancy and other employee retrenchment policies
- monitors employment costs and productivity levels
- may train and advise other managers in personnel and industrial relations matters
Specialisations:
- Occupational Health and Safety Manager
- Organisation and Methods Manager
- Training and Development Manager
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2533-19 |
Illustrator |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA |
Draws and paints pictures that assist in presentation and meaning, and explain narrative, dialogue and ideas.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. This occupation requires high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience.
Tasks Include:
- examines assignment brief and related material, and prepares layouts and sketches of proposed illustrations
- determines style, technique and medium to produce the desired effects and conform with reproduction requirements
- conceives and renders illustrations and details from models, sketches or imagination
- uses pens, ink, charcoal, crayons, paint and other materials to create drawings and illustrations
- discusses and amends illustrations with clients and production team at various stages of completion
- uses computers to develop and enhance illustrations
- illustrates children's books, scientific work, technical manuals, reference books and other publications
- may specialise in product packaging, corporate, medical or architectural illustration
- may prepare series of drawings to illustrate an animated sequence in a television or film production
Specialisations:
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1224-11 |
Information Technology Manager |
60 |
ACS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA |
Computer Services Manager
Plans, administers and reviews the acquisition, development, maintenance and use of computer and telecommunications systems within an organisation.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- analyses information needs, and specifies technology to meet those needs
- directs the formulation of information technology strategies, policies and plans
- directs the selection and installation of information technology and the provision of user training
- directs information technology operations, integrating computer hardware, operating systems, communications, software applications and data processing
- sets priorities between system developments, maintenance and operations
- controls the security of information technology systems
- controls the selection and training of computing professionals and support technicians and manages their performance
- monitors the operations of electronic information technology systems and develops improvements
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3212-19 |
Insurance Broker |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW | |
Operates as an independent agent to sell life, fire, accident, industrial and marine insurance for a range of insurance companies.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- compiles lists of prospective clients from directories and other sources
- makes contact with prospective clients to seek interviews and gauge interest
- interviews prospective clients to explain insurance policy conditions, risks covered, premium rates and benefits, and to make recommendations on the amount and type of cover
- researches and reviews available insurance products to ensure the most appropriate are offered to clients
- markets their services to increase client base
- may collect premiums and keep records of payments, including appropriate commissions
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2212-13 |
Internal Auditor |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW | |
Audit Officer
Examines, verifies, evaluates and reports on financial, operational and managerial processes, systems and outcomes to ensure financial and operational integrity and compliance.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instance relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- evaluates the cost effectiveness and risks of operational processes, activities, policies and systems
- reports to management on the existence and effectiveness of the system of internal controls
- prepares financial statements and reports for management, shareholders and statutory bodies
- establishes audit objectives, designs and implements audit methodologies, processes and audit report criteria
- identifies and applies relevant professional standards and regulatory requirements
- discusses reports with other auditors and issues reports recommending performance or control improvements
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4411-15 |
Joiner |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Cuts, shapes and fits timber parts in workshops to form structures and fittings, ready for installation.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- assembles prepared timber to form structures and fittings ready to install
- cuts timber joints
- cuts timber to template size and shape
- may repair existing fittings
- may work with plastic laminates, perspex or metals
- may fit aluminium window frames, and glaze windows of units for sectional timber buildings
Specialisations:
- Joinery Machiner
- Joinery Patternmaker
- Joinery Setter-out
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1299-13 |
Laboratory Manager |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW | |
Manages the operations and organisation of a research or production laboratory.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years relevant experience.
Tasks Include:
- supervises laboratory technical staff and ensures they follow standard operating procedures
- manages the care, handling and disposal of hazardous substances
- works with production managers to ensure efficiency and quality of operations
- designs and supervises validation studies and training programs
- effects procedures to ensure factory or laboratory sanitation and delivers personal hygiene programs
- supervises batch manufacturing and labelling processes
- manages staff recruitment and human resource and Occupational Health and Safety issues
- may assume responsibility for client liaison
- may be responsible for the ordering of supplies and accounting duties
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2121-13 |
Landscape Architect |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA |
Plans and designs land areas for projects such as open space networks, parks, schools, institutions, roads, external areas for all building types, land subdivisions, and commercial, industrial and residential sites.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- consults with associated professionals and clients on matters concerning external area designs, costs and construction
- compiles and analyses site and community data on geographical aspects, ecology of area land forms, soils, vegetation, site hydrology, visual characteristics and human-made structures
- formulates land use and development recommendations and prepares environmental impact statements
- undertakes studies related to historical and conservation aspects of areas, site character analyses and feasibility planning
- prepares reports, site plans, working drawings, specifications and cost estimates for land development showing location and details of proposals, including ground modelling, structures, vegetation and access
- prepares and advises on contracts
- inspects construction work in progress to ensure compliance with plans and quality standards
- advises on landscape problems concerned with environmental planning
|
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4623-13 |
Landscape Gardener |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT | WA, SA |
Landscape Horticulturist
Plans and constructs garden landscapes.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- prepares plans and drawings, and schedules landscape construction
- prepares specifications and quotations
- prepares areas for landscape constructions by analysing sites and clearing debris
- estimates and orders landscaping materials
- selects materials and plants to create landscapes
- sets out and installs hardscape and softscape structures
- constructs or refaces steps, garden walls, fences, trellises, pergolas, ponds and fountains
- constructs and installs facilities such as ferneries, barbecues, play structures and garden furniture
- constructs paths, steps and paved areas with paving materials, gravels and timber
- performs formative pruning
|
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2292-11 |
Librarian |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, NT |
Develops, organises and maintains library services including collections of information, recreational resources and reader information services.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- makes recommendations on library policies and services and implements policy decisions
- examines publications and materials, interviews publishers' representatives and consults with others to select library materials
- reviews, evaluates and modifies services in response to user needs
- provides assistance to clients in accessing library resources
- undertakes information research activities on behalf of clients
- manages the organisation's central records system and supervises indexing, filing and retrieval activities
- selects, orders, classifies and catalogues materials
- manages inter-library loan systems and information networks
- monitors collection development and culling programs
- may plan and direct library promotion and outreach activities
- may supervise and train library staff
Specialisations:
- Acquisitions Librarian
- Audio-Visual Librarian
- Bibliographer
- Cataloguer
- Children's Librarian
- Multicultural Services Librarian
- Reference Librarian
- Special Librarian
- Special Needs Librarian
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3997-11 |
Library Technician |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, NT |
Assists librarians to organise and operate systems for handling recorded material and files.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- orders new library materials and maintains library records
- maintains library circulation systems
- catalogues printed and recorded material
- searches and verifies bibliographic data
- enters data into databases and edits computer records
- assists librarians to answer inquiries
- operates audiovisual equipment and performs simple maintenance
- produces display and publicity material
- operates reprographic equipment
- arranges inter-library loans under supervision
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2113-79 |
Life Scientists nec |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW, VIC, ACT | |
This occupation group covers Life Scientists not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Occupations in this group include:
- Biophysicist
- Cell Geneticist
- Microbiologist (Non-Clinical)
- Parasitologist
- Pharmacologist (Non-Clinical)
- Toxicologist
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4311-15 |
Lift Mechanic |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT | WA, SA |
Lift Electrician
Assembles, installs, adjusts, maintains and repairs electric and hydraulic lifts and escalators.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- interprets specifications and drawings and lays out lift site
- installs guides and verifies alignment of lifts
- installs cables, counterweights, pumps, motor foundations, escalator drives, elevator cars, doors, entrance frames and control panels
- installs safety and control devices
- connects lift wiring
- tests and adjusts lift assemblies, components, controls and safety devices
- conducts maintenance programs on lifts and escalators
- diagnoses and repairs faults in lifts
- repairs lift brakes
|
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4115-15 |
Locksmith |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Installs and maintains locks and related security devices and systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- determines customer's security requirements by discussion and site inspection
- designs or recommends security and locking systems
- fits and installs locks and security systems and devices
- diagnoses, modifies, repairs or replaces locks and security systems and devices
- tests performance of locks and security systems
- cuts new or duplicate keys for locks and other security systems and devices
- opens locked safes, doors or padlocks by manipulation
- may install and repair computerised security systems and devices
- may keep records of specifications of installed locking systems
- may fabricate, fit and assemble parts for customised locks and security systems
- may estimate costs and prepare quotes for repairs
Specialisations:
|
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2294-11 |
Management Consultant |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Assists clients to achieve greater efficiency in a business or organisation and solve organisational problems in fields such as personnel, information systems, finance, research and general business strategy.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- assists and encourages the development of objectives, strategies and plans aimed at achieving customer satisfaction and the efficient use of an organisation's resources
- discusses business and organisational shortcomings with clients
- analyses and evaluates current systems and structures
- discusses current systems with staff and observes systems at all levels of organisation
- directs clients towards more efficient organisation and develops solutions to organisational problems
- plans the implementation of solutions
- educates staff regarding changes and trains them to work with new systems
- evaluates the change process and informs clients on progress in addressing project objectives
- liaises with client on an ongoing basis, to maintain and develop the business relationship, ensure satisfaction with services provided, and identify opportunities for further consulting work
- may assist with implementation of action endorsed by organisation's management, and periodically review impact of changes arising
|
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2293-11 |
Mathematician |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC | |
Uses and develops mathematical principles and techniques to solve problems in science, engineering, management and other fields.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- develops mathematical theory underlying processes in the physical, biological and social sciences
- formulates mathematical models to simulate processes
- applies models to experimental observations and adjusts or recasts the models
- applies mathematical principles and techniques to the solution of problems in research, development, production, distribution and other functional areas
- uses numerical analysis methods to develop algorithms and perform computations
- writes reports and papers
- may develop pure mathematical theories and hypotheses
- may write computer programs
- may direct and supervise computer programming activities
Specialisations:
- Operations Research Analyst
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2126-11 |
Mechanical Engineer |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, QLD, WA, SA, NT |
Plans, designs, organises and oversees the assembly, erection, operation and maintenance of mechanical and process plant and installations.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- designs mechanical equipment, machinery, components, products for manufacture; and plant and systems for construction
- develops specifications for manufacture, determining materials, equipment, piping, material flows, capacities and layout of plant or systems
- organises and manages project labour and the delivery of materials, plant and equipment
- establishes detailed programs for the coordination of project activities
- sets up work control systems to ensure that standards of performance, quality, cost and safety are met
- administers contracts and verifies and certifies satisfactory completion
- supervises the functioning of manufacturing process plants such as coal handling installations, power station steam generating systems, and sewerage and water supply pumping stations
- supervises in consultation with other engineers the testing and commissioning of completed works
- may specialise in research in areas such as utilisation of energy, materials handling, thermodynamic processes, fluid mechanics and environmental controls
Specialisations:
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3125-11 |
Mechanical Engineering Associate |
40 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC, WA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Mechanical Engineering Technical Officer
Prepares drawings and plans of mechanical engineering work and collects and analyses data in support of Mechanical Engineers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- assists mechanical engineers and engineering technologists in the design of mechanical equipment and plant
- ensures that designs and finished work are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions
- performs or directs field and laboratory testing
- collects and analyses data, carries out complex computations and prepares diagrams
- prepares drawings, plans and designs for mechanical engineering work under the direction of mechanical engineers and engineering technologists
- estimates material costs, quantities and machinery requirements
- selects tools and equipment
- organises and supervises inspection and maintenance of machinery and plant
Specialisations:
- Airconditioning Drafting Officer
- Heating and Ventilating Technical Officer
- Tool Design Draftsperson
- Tool Designer
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3125-13 |
Mechanical Engineering Technician |
40 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Conducts tests of mechanical systems and assembles and installs mechanical assemblies in support of Mechanical Engineers and Mechanical Engineering Associates.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate IV or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- assembles and installs new or modified mechanical assemblies, components, machine tools, controls and hydraulic power systems under the direction of mechanical engineers, engineering technologists and engineering associates
- performs workshop and field tests using standard instruments and methods
- assists in developing quality control tests for products and components
Specialisations:
- Boiler Testing Technician
- Hydraulic Controls Technician
- Pipe Testing Technician
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4431-19 |
Mechanical Services and Airconditioning Plumber |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, TAS |
Installs, maintains and repairs piping, ducting and equipment for heating, cooling and ventilation of buildings or vessels.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- fabricates and installs piping for steam, water and other services
- installs small bore heating systems
- installs ducting constructed from sheet materials for heating, ventilation and airconditioning (HVAC) systems and exhaust systems
- assembles and installs fabricated components and equipment for mechanical services
- assembles and installs machinery, air handling equipment and unitary air- conditioning equipment
- installs flexible duct systems and air terminal devices
- may install non-flammable medical gas systems
- may carry out basic commissioning of air and water systems
- may install thermal or acoustic insulation materials to ducting, piping or air handling equipment
- may carry out leak testing of duct systems
- may carry out maintenance of mechanical services and airconditioning equipment
Specialisations:
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2391-11 |
Medical Diagnostic Radiographer |
60 |
AIR |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Medical Imaging Technologist
Operates X-ray and other medical imaging equipment to produce images for medical diagnostic purposes in conjunction with radiologists or other medical specialists.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- performs medical imaging on patients according to referral from medical practitioners
- calculates details of procedures such as length and intensity of exposure to radiation and settings of recording equipment
- explains procedures to patients
- positions patients and equipment to carry out procedures
- produces electronic or medical images performed by equipment such as X-ray machines, scanners, fluoroscopes and ultrasound machines for use by medical practitioners in the diagnosis of disease or injury
- assists surgeons by using radiographic equipment in operating theatres to produce immediate results
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3111-11 |
Medical Laboratory Technical Officer |
40 |
AIMS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW | SA |
Medical Laboratory Technician
Performs or assists with routine laboratory tests and complex analytical procedures in support of medical professionals engaged in the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of disease.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- undertakes or assists with analytical procedures in the disciplines of clinical biochemistry, haematology, medical microbiology, histology, and clinical immunology
- observes and interprets the morphological features of peripheral blood smears in consultation with medical scientists
- prepares and stains slides for microscopic examination
- performs diagnostic tests on tissues and body fluids
- maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment and instrumentation
- maintains quality assurance procedures undertaken in the laboratory
- may supervise laboratory staff
- may supervise or assist with specimen collection
- may undertake pharmaceutical testing and analysis
Specialisations:
- Clinical Biochemistry Technician
- Clinical Microbiology Technician
- Cytopathology Technician
- Haematology Technician
- Histopathology Technician
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2115-11 |
Medical Scientist |
60 |
AIMS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW | SA, NT |
Medical Scientific Officer
Conducts medical laboratory tests to develop applications for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease and testing of drugs for therapeutic use.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- analyses samples of body tissue and fluids to develop techniques to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
- prepares tissue sections for microscopic examination
- examines and analyses samples to study the effects of microbial infections
- advises medical practitioners on the interpretation of tests and methods for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
- prepares scientific papers and reports
- may test potential new chemicals for use as therapeutic treatments
- may supervise the work of technical officers
Specialisations:
- Cytologist
- Medical Physicist
- Pharmacologist (Clinical Research)
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4122-11 |
Metal Fabricator |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, SA, NT | NSW, QLD, WA, SA, NT |
Boilermaker
Marks off and fabricates structural steel and other metal stock to make or repair metal products and structures including boilers and pressure vessels.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- studies drawings or specifications to determine job requirements
- selects, cleans and prepares metal stock, fabrication tools and equipment
- cuts, rolls, bends, shapes, moulds, spins, heats or hammers metal products to fabricate parts or sub-assemblies
- fits and assembles metal components by riveting, bolting, welding, brazing or soldering
- finishes products by cleaning, polishing, filing or bathing them in acidic solutions
- measures quality of fabricated parts or sub-assemblies
- may set up and operate spinning lathes to spin shaped articles from sheet or structural metal
- may plan, layout and fabricate mould patterns or templates for producing metal castings or articles
Specialisations:
- Boilermaker-Welder
- Brass Finisher
- Metal Fabricator-Welder
- Structural Steel Tradesperson
- Template Maker
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4112-13 |
Metal Machinist (First Class) |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, SA, NT | NSW, QLD, WA, SA, NT |
Sets up and operates machine tools to shape and form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances, using detailed drawings and specifications.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- studies drawings or specifications to determine suitable materials, and methods and sequences of operations, using knowledge of metal properties, machining techniques and workshop mathematics
- lifts or hoists and secures metal stock onto machine tools, and measures and marks out reference points using measuring instruments
- selects cutting tools and speed, pressure and depth of cuts
- adjusts guides, stops and controls on machine tools to ensure that stock is machined to specifications
- operates machine tools to produce articles by turning, boring, milling, planing, shaping, slotting, grinding or drilling metal stock
- controls the flow of lubricant on to cutting tool edges or surfaces
- may clean, lubricate and maintain machine tools
- may sharpen or true-cut tools or machining surfaces
- may use tracer attachments to copy model workpieces
- may machine non-metallic materials, such as plastic
- may set up, program and operate numerically controlled machine tools
Specialisations:
- Aircraft Machinist
- Automotive Machinist
- Metal Machine Setter
- Metal Turner
- Milling Machinist
- Radial Driller
- Vertical Borer
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2127-11 |
Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Plans and directs the engineering aspects of locating and extracting minerals from the earth.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- conducts preliminary surveys of mineral deposits, with geologists or prospectors to determine the feasibility of ore extraction
- determines the most suitable methods of ore extraction taking account of such factors as depth of over burden, and attitude and physical characteristics of deposits and surrounding strata
- determines the safety of processes, order of extraction, safety of mine walls, evaluates the risk of slippage and advises on the prevention of slippage and rock falls
- prepares plans for tunnels and chambers, location and construction of mine shafts, layout of mine development, and the application of appropriate mining techniques often using computer modelling
- plans and coordinates the utilisation of labour and equipment consistent with efficiency, statutory, safety and environmental conditions
- conducts formal and informal reviews of mining operations
- prepares operation and project estimates and controls expenditure when mines come into production
- consults with geologists and other engineers on the design, selection and provision of machines, facilities and systems for mining, infrastructure such as access roads, water and power supplies, and protection or restoration of the environment
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4211-11 |
Motor Mechanic |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, TAS |
Repairs, maintains and tests vehicle or other engines and related mechanical components.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- diagnoses faults in motor vehicles
- raises vehicles, using hydraulic hoists or jacks
- dismantles or removes engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms or other components, and checks parts
- repairs or replaces worn or defective parts, and reassembles mechanical components
- tests and adjusts repaired sub-assemblies, and re-installs them
- services or overhauls engines
- tunes engines to achieve smoother running and ensure compliance with pollution regulations
- re-lines and adjusts brakes and aligns wheels
- changes oil and filters, and lubricates vehicles or fuelled motor appliances
- may inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates or detail work required to achieve roadworthiness
Specialisations:
- Automatic Transmission Mechanic
- Automotive Airconditioning Mechanic
- Brake Mechanic
- Diesel Motor Mechanic
- Motorcycle Mechanic
- Outboard Motor Mechanic
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2549-21 |
Museum or Gallery Curator |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Plans and organises museum and gallery collections.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- drafts collection policies, arranges acquisitions and collects objects
- liaises with other curators to arrange special exhibitions
- identifies and classifies specimens or objects and arranges restoration work
- examines items or arranges examinations to determine condition and authenticity
- organises and prepares displays including travelling or loan exhibitions
- initiates and maintains research programs, and assists other professionals on request
- supervises support staff and organises administrative duties associated with the use and care of the collections
- may lecture and write about the collections and answer public inquiries
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2119-79 |
Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC | |
This occupation group covers Natural and Physical Science Professionals not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Occupations in this group include:
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2391-15 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist |
60 |
ANZSNM |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
QLD, WA, ACT | WA |
Performs or assists in the performance of diagnostic examinations using radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals, and administers radionuclides for therapeutic purposes under the direction of nuclear medicine specialists or other specialist medical practitioners.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- performs laboratory procedures and practices, including blood and specimen collection, cell labelling, radioimmuno assays and quality control testing
- prepares radiopharmaceuticals for use in scintigraphic, laboratory or therapeutic procedures
- uses computer systems to acquire, manipulate and process patient data, carry out quality controls and develop new programs
- receives, handles, stores and disposes of radionuclides in accordance with safety regulations
- operates nuclear instrumentation
- selects appropriate equipment to be used and positions patients
- conveys findings of procedures to medical practitioners
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4621-11 |
Nurseryperson |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, TAS |
Nurseryman/woman
Plants, cultivates and harvests trees, shrubs, ornamental and flowering plants in plant nurseries.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- prepares potting media and containers before planting
- selects seeds, bulbs or cuttings and plants them in beds, lawn areas or tubs
- performs budding or grafting activities
- waters plants manually and controls automatic watering operations
- applies pesticides to control pests, diseases, weeds and nutritional and environmental plant disorders
- keeps records of soil mixtures, plantings, treatments, losses and yields
- selects plants and packages them for presentation or delivery
- advises customers on the care of plants and the most appropriate plants for local conditions
- may plan sales area layouts and visual merchandise presentation
Specialisations:
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2312-17 |
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Provides diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical services related to disorders of the female genital, urinary, rectal and reproductive organs, and the care of women during pregnancy and childbirth.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines patients to determine medical problems, using physical findings, diagnostic images, laboratory test results, and patient's statements as diagnostic aids
- prescribes medication, suggests methods of improving hygiene, and determines need for gynaecological surgery
- provides supporting therapy and preparation for childbirth and lactation
- examines blood pressure and urine, monitors the developing foetus and gives advice on nutrition and exercise
- treats complications such as hypertension, infection, depression or threatened abortion
- delivers babies, and performs Caesarean sections and other surgical procedures
- discusses and prescribes contraceptive methods
- may provide advice on sex education, family planning and the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases
- arranges follow up care of babies by family practitioners, child health clinics and consultant paediatricians
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2543-11 |
Occupational Health and Safety Officer |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | WA |
Develops, implements and evaluates policies and programs to ensure safe and healthy working conditions, and assists injured staff through the workers' compensation and rehabilitation process.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- develops strategies and procedures to promote safe work practices
- recommends job redesign strategies and procedures in the event of work-related health problems
- develops fire and accident prevention procedures, and coordinates evacuation drills
- promotes the use of ergonomic furniture and equipment to minimise exposure to work-related injuries
- inspects and assesses industrial machinery and equipment and chemical hazards, arranging repair or replacement as needed
- organises training for members of occupational health and safety committees, fire wardens and first aid officers, and coordinates health and safety education programs
- liaises with health professionals to incorporate expert advice into accident prevention, health promotion and rehabilitation practices
- investigates causes of accidents and recommends actions to reduce risk of recurrence
- maintains accident statistics and fulfills workers' compensation reporting requirements
- advises and assists injured staff on recuperative and rehabilitation activities
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2383-11 |
Occupational Therapist |
60 |
COTRB |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Assesses the function of people whose abilities and daily activities are impaired.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- conducts tests to evaluate and assess emotional, psychological developmental and physical capabilities
- tests and trains patients with perceptual motor problems, learning or developmental disabilities
- assesses and trains people with disabilities in self-care and daily living activities and provides aids and adaptations to assist performance, independence and productivity
- assesses patients' vocational potential and provides work adjustment training and work experience
- plans and directs programs through the use of vocational, recreational, remedial, social and educational activities, conducted on an individual or group basis
- records patients' activities, responses and progress
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3291-11 |
Office Manager |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL |
ACT | SA |
Organises and controls the activities of an office including administrative systems and office personnel.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- develops and maintains recording and information systems
- oversees and controls office functions
- arranges office accommodation
- liaises with other departments in the organisation
- ensures compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
- trains and supervises staff
- may deal with inquiries from outside the organisation, particularly complaints
- may deal with salary, termination and other employment matters
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2312-19 |
Ophthalmologist |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Provides diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical services related to diseases, injuries and deficiencies of the human eye and associated structures.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines patients for symptoms indicative of ocular disorders
- performs tests to determine vision loss and the nature and extent of injury, disease or disorder
- performs eye surgery
- instructs patients in remedial eye exercises
- prescribes and administers medications and corrective optical appliances
- may arrange, supervise and fit artificial eyes and other orthotic
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4999-11 |
Optical Mechanic |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT | WA, SA, TAS |
Ophthalmic Lens Surfacer and Fitter
Optical Technician
Operates machines to grind, polish and surface optical lenses to meet prescription requirements, and fits lenses to spectacle frames.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- interprets prescription details and produces or selects prescribed lenses
- locates and marks axes and optical centres on lens blanks, makes calculations to grind lenses to specifications and sets machines
- checks and tests polished lenses for quality
- grinds special shape and size lenses and multifocal lenses which include bifocal, trifocal and progressive lenses
- modifies frames, edges lenses and fits glasses and contact lenses
- applies lens treatments such as toughening of glass lenses and tinting of plastic lenses
Specialisations:
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2384-11 |
Optometrist |
60 |
OCANZ |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, QLD, WA, SA, NT |
Performs eye examinations and vision tests to determine the presence of visual, ocular and other abnormalities, and prescribes lenses, other optical aids or therapy.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines patients' eyes and sets visual tests to determine the nature and extent of vision problems and abnormalities
- prescribes and may dispense lenses, contact lenses and low vision aids and check suitability and comfort
- detects, diagnoses and manages eye disease and refers patients to, and receives referrals from other health providers
- provides advice on visual issues such as contact lens care, vision-care of the elderly, optics, visual ergonomics, occupational and industrial eye safety and research
- may dispense lenses, contact lenses and low vision aids
- may advise patients on eye exercises to correct defective eye muscles and on lighting and visual habits
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2294-13 |
Organisation and Methods Analyst |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Procedures Analyst
Studies organisational structures, methods, systems and procedures used in industrial establishments and other organisations.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- undertakes and reviews work studies by analysing existing or proposed methods and procedures such as administrative and clerical procedures
- records and analyses organisations' flow charts, records, reports, manuals and job descriptions
- prepares and recommends proposals to revise methods and procedures, alter work flows, redefine job functions and resolve problems
- assists in implementing approved recommendations, issuing revised instructions or procedure manuals and drafting other documentation
- assists and encourages the development of objectives, strategies and plans aimed at achieving the efficient use of an organisation's resources
- reviews operating procedures and advises of any departures from procedures and standards
- may train staff in new work methods
Specialisations:
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2514-15 |
Organisational Psychologist |
60 |
APS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA |
Industrial Psychologist
Occupational Psychologist
Applies psychological principles and techniques to study occupational behaviour, working conditions and organisational structure, and solve problems of work performance and organisational design.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- conducts job analyses and establishes job requirements by observing and interviewing employees and managers
- develops interview techniques, psychological tests and other aids in selection, placement, appraisal and promotion
- organises the design and implementation of staff training and development programs
- provides individuals with vocational and career guidance using tests and other assessment techniques
- uses statistical techniques to analyse and evaluate selection, training, job design and other organisational procedures
- conducts surveys and research studies on job design, work groups, morale, motivation, supervision and management
- provides counselling sessions for employees with work-related problems
- may advise management or unions on occupational health, organisational design or industrial relations problems
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2312-21 |
Paediatrician |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Provides specialist medical services to children from birth up to and including adolescence.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- diagnoses, treats, manages and prevents medical and developmental disorders in children and adolescents
- promotes positive health and disease prevention in childhood and adolescence
- advises on immunisation against communicable diseases
- advises about preventative health practices
- liaises with other health, education and welfare agencies
- may practice as a general paediatrician or specialise in areas such as paediatric oncology, paediatric cardiology or paediatric neurology
Specialisations:
- Neonatologist
- Paediatric Thoracic Physician
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4421-11 |
Painter and Decorator |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Applies paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to protect, maintain and decorate the surfaces of buildings and structures.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- erects scaffolding and ladders, and places drop sheets to protect adjacent areas from paint splattering
- prepares surfaces by removing old paint and wallpaper, fixing woodwork, filling holes and cracks, and smoothing and sealing surfaces
- selects and prepares paints to required colours by mixing portions of pigment, oil, thinning and drying additives
- applies paints, varnishes or stains to surfaces using brushes, rollers or sprays
- hangs wallpaper
- cleans equipment and work areas
- may repair windows and replace glass in wooden and metal frames
- may lay and repair wall and floor tiles
Specialisations:
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4213-11 |
Panel Beater |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Vehicle Refinisher
Repairs damage to metal body work on vehicles and forms replacement vehicle panels.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- removes damaged panels and parts, or removes upholstery and accessories to gain access
- uses panel-beating hammers to remove dents
- straightens damaged vehicles and parts using mechanical and hydraulic equipment
- fills depressions with plastic filler, and files, grinds and sands repaired surfaces
- repairs panels by welding on new sections
- may assist vehicle body builders in constructing or restoring custom-designed, vintage or other specialty vehicles
- may spray-paint vehicles
- may form panels using metal presses, guillotines and cutters, according to dimensional drawings
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2114-15 |
Park Ranger |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Controls state or national parks, scenic areas, historic sites, nature reserves, recreation areas or conservation reserves in accordance with authorised policies and priorities.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- implements policies and organises activities in a designated park or area to conserve and protect natural or cultural heritage
- participates in management planning by providing environmental information and making inventories of plants, animals, and items of cultural or heritage significance
- informs visitors of park facilities and features, supervises public visits and may collect fees from visitors
- ensures parks, park facilities and equipment are maintained and cleaned
- plans, recommends and implements facility improvements
- patrols waterways, tracks and roads to observe and report on the condition of animals and plants
- coordinates search and rescue operations, draws up fire prevention plans and undertakes hazard reduction work and fire fighting
- enforces park regulations to protect parks, reserves and wildlife
- controls feral plants and animals
- may supervise and coordinate the work of technical officers and other workers
- may work with Aboriginal communities to identify and protect sites of special significance
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3421-11 |
Parole or Probation Officer |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Supervises parolees who have been placed on probation by court order or released conditionally from corrective service institutions.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- submits reports and recommendations on whether offenders should be granted parole or put on probation
- interviews parolees, their families, employers and teachers, investigating their history, both before and during detention
- arranges for treatment or employment of parolees as directed by the courts
- supervises parolees and advises them on such matters as education, employment, finance, housing and other community services
- conducts regular interviews and reports on progress
- maintains contact with families to resolve problems of readjustment and rehabilitation
- may assist in determining which cases fall in the jurisdiction of the court system and which should be referred to other agencies
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4512-13 |
Pastrycook |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Prepares and bakes buns, cakes, biscuits and pastry goods.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- weighs and mixes ingredients, and prepares pastry fillings and shapes pastry goods
- kneads, matures, cuts, moulds and shapes pastry dough and operates dough baking and rolling equipment
- controls mixing times and transfers dough to tempering rooms
- glazes buns and pastries, and decorates cakes with cream or icing
- monitors forming machines for crumpets, muffins and wafers
- operates machines which roll and mould dough or cut biscuits
- loads buns, pastries and cakes into ovens, and unloads cooked products
- controls baking times and monitors the temperature and appearance of products
- empties, cleans and greases baking trays, tins and other cooking equipment
Specialisations:
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2312-23 |
Pathologist |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Identifies and diagnoses the presence and stages of diseases and possible sources of infection in body tissues, fluids, secretions and other specimens.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- studies the nature, cause, development and clinical management of diseases in people, and the structural and functional changes caused by them
- prepares, or supervises the preparation of, tissue sections from surgical and diagnostic cases and autopsies
- examines bodily fluids and tissues for the presence and measurement of chemical substances, microbiological organisms, and chemical and other biological responses to disease processes
- examines tissues using scientific techniques and equipment to determine the nature, cause and progress of disease
- performs autopsies to determine causes of death, the nature and extent of disease and injury, and the effect of treatment
- supervises and coordinates the work of technical officers and technicians
- writes reports of findings for use by other medical practitioners and coroners
- may direct the activities of pathology departments in hospitals, private clinics or laboratories, or other locations
Specialisations:
- Clinical Cytopathologist
- Forensic Pathologist
- Haematologist
- Immunologist
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2291-13 |
Personnel Consultant |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Interviews applicants to determine their job requirements and suitability for particular jobs, and assists employers to find suitable staff.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- interviews people seeking work, and records relevant information
- arranges interviews for job seekers
- receives and records job vacancy information from employers, including details such as duties, wages and conditions of employment
- arranges training in job skills
- answers inquiries from employers and job seekers, and provides information on current job vacancies
- assists with sales and marketing duties to increase the client base, including visiting employers to discuss consultancy services and fees
- prepares resumes and correspondence
- checks references of applicants
- writes and places advertisements for jobs in newspapers
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2127-13 |
Petroleum Engineer |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
QLD, WA, SA, NT | WA, SA |
Plans and directs the engineering aspects of locating and extracting petroleum and natural gas from the earth.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- plans and conducts research and provides advice on engineering operations for the exploration, location and extraction of petroleum or natural gas
- determines locations for drilling
- decides on types of derrick and equipment, including seabed platforms
- devises methods of controlling the flow of oil or gas from wells
- compiles logs recording production from flowing wells
- prepares plans of engineering operations and cost estimates
- provides necessary safety procedures and facilities
- consults with geologists, geophysicists and other engineers on the location, design and development of extractive processes
- plans and implements protection and restoration of the environment
Specialisations:
- Mud Engineer
- Petrophysical Engineer
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2119-11 |
Physicist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC | SA |
Studies the structure and physical properties of matter and the relationships and interactions of matter and energy in order to develop and improve materials, products, industrial and other processes.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- performs experiments, tests and analyses to investigate the structure and properties of matter, transformation and propagation of energy, relationships between matter and energy and other physical phenomena, in fields such as mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity and magnetism, electronics, and nuclear and solid state physics
- performs experiments to discover and develop industrial, medical, military and other practical applications of the laws and theories of physics
- maintains and develops standards for measurements such as length and time
- applies mathematical techniques to express and analyse observations and to formulate conclusions, and relate conclusions to known laws of physics, or proposes new hypotheses to explain them
- prepares or supervises the preparation of scientific papers and reports
- may supervise and coordinate the work of technical officers
- may specialise in one of a number of fields such as atomic, condensed matter, optical, plasma or atmospheric physics
Specialisations:
- Astronomer
- Cosmologist
- Crystallographer
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2385-11 |
Physiotherapist |
60 |
APC |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Physical Therapist
Assesses, treats and prevents disorders in human movement caused by injury or disease.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- treats patients to reduce pain, improve circulation, strengthen muscles, improve cardio-thoracic, cardio-vascular and respiratory functions, restore joint mobility, improve balance and coordination
- administers muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests to identify and assess physical problems of patients
- uses the therapeutic properties of exercise, heat, cold, massage, manipulation, hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, ultraviolet and infra-red light and ultrasound in the treatment of patients
- instructs patients and their families in procedures to be continued at home
- records treatments given and patients' responses and progress
- may refer to or accept referrals from medical practitioners and other health care professionals
- may specialise in sports-related injuries or treatments
Specialisations:
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4929-11 |
Picture Framer |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Picture Frame Maker
Cuts out and assembles mouldings to make picture frames, and frames paintings, photographs, needlework and other artwork.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- consults customers to determine style, size, materials and cost for frames
- cuts frame pieces to size and prepares corner joints
- determines location, size and angle of holes to be drilled
- clamps pieces in vices and glues mitred ends
- fits and fastens frame pieces
- mounts backing materials and subjects for framing
- butt mitres pieces of moulding
- may cut glass to size
- may fit prints, photographs or paintings to ready-made frames
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2388-11 |
Podiatrist |
60 |
APodC |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Prevents, diagnoses and treats medical and surgical conditions of the feet, including those resulting from bone and joint disorders, muscular pathologies as well as neurological and circulatory diseases.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines patients' feet to determine the nature and extent of conditions such as skin lesions, bunions, ingrown toenails, foot infections, and deformities such as flat feet, foot imbalance and injury
- examines and treats foot disabilities of paralysis, ulceration and malfunction caused by diseases such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis and other neuropathies
- prescribes and arranges the fabrication of footwear to correct foot disabilities
- performs minor surgery to remove or ameliorate abnormal conditions
- prescribes and fits replaceable pads, palliative and functional supports and other devices for the protection and correction of foot abnormalities
- advises patients about continued treatment and foot care to prevent recurrences
- may provide rehabilitation services to the physically handicapped
- may refer to, or have patients referred from, medical practitioners
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2299-17 |
Policy Analyst |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Policy Advisor
Analyses and advises on policies guiding the design, implementation and modification of government and commercial operations and programs.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- reviews existing policies and legislation to identify anomalies and out-of-date provisions
- researches social, economic and industrial trends and client expectations of programs and services provided
- formulates and analyses policy options, and advises on preferred options
- assesses the financial implications and equitable impact of policies
- liaises and consults with program administrators and other interested parties to identify policy needs
- prepares briefing papers and recommendations for policy changes
- may prepare and maintain policy and procedures manuals
- may advise managers or politicians on lobbying activities
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1291-11 |
Policy and Planning Manager |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Public Policy Manager
Plans, develops, administers and reviews policy advice and strategic planning within a government agency or corporate business.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- develops policies, provides advice and information concerning areas of government and corporate policy and planning
- coordinates policy formulation and review, including evaluation of policy options
- oversees implementation of organisational directives and policies
- provides briefings concerning policy and planning issues to government ministers or board members
- prepares discussion papers on policy and planning options
- may draft, or coordinate and supervise the drafting of, ministerial correspondence and requests for information or policy rulings
Specialisations:
- Corporate Planning Manager
- Strategic Planning Manager
- Policy Development Manager
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2411-11 |
Pre-Primary School Teacher |
60 |
TA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC ACT | |
Kindergarten Teacher
Teaches the basics of numeracy, literacy, music, art and literature to students at pre-primary schools and promotes students' social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- plans and structures learning in both indoor and outdoor environments using a variety of materials and equipment to facilitate students' development
- provides a variety of experiences and activities to develop motor skills, cooperative social skills, confidence and understanding
- promotes language development through story telling, role play, songs, rhymes and informal discussions held individually or within groups
- observes students to evaluate their progress and to detect signs of ill health, emotional disturbance or other disabilities
- observes nutritional health, welfare and safety needs of students and identifies factors which may impede students' progress
- discusses students' progress with parents
- attends parent interviews, staff and committee meetings
- participates in community and family support programs as appropriate
- supervises student teachers on placement
Specialisations:
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4122-13 |
Pressure Welder |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT | QLD, WA, SA |
Assembles, welds and repairs pressure vessels and pipes to pressure test standards.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- studies drawings or specifications to determine job requirements
- cleans and prepares metal surfaces by gouging, bevelling, grinding or filing
- cuts metal shapes using thermal cutting equipment
- aligns surfaces to be joined and secures by tack-welding or jigging
- selects welding techniques appropriate to type and thickness of metal
- connects electrode holders to power sources and adjusts controls on electrode holders or welding equipment to regulate currents
- forms arcs which generate heat to melt metal from electrodes, and deposits metal on workpieces to fuse joints
- guides electrodes along weld lines
- cleans and smooths welds by filing, chiselling or grinding, and examines welds for width of bead, penetration and precision
- cuts metal shapes using thermal cutting equipment
- may weld mild steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, aluminium and copper
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2534-13 |
Print Journalist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Collects and analyses facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation and writes stories for newspapers, magazines and journals.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- researches and compiles news stories for newspapers, magazines and journals
- interviews people and observes events to obtain and verify facts and to develop leads for news items
- takes notes and reads publicity releases, copies of speeches or similar material to facilitate organisation and writing of story
- writes to meet deadline, referring to reference books, newspaper files or other sources to secure additional facts
- submits news stories for approval
- reads and evaluates news reports and suggestions for future stories
- critically discusses daily news topics in the editorial columns of newspapers and review books, films or plays
- may write particular segments of the publication, such as news commentaries or sports, fashion or educational segments
Specialisations:
- Columnist
- Feature Writer
- Leader Writer
- Newspaper Reporter
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4912-11 |
Printing Machinist |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA |
Produces books, magazines, newspapers, brochures, posters, leaflets, packaging materials and stationary using printing presses.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- produces embossed and embellished products using relief printing presses
- produces posters, leaflets, brochures and books using single or multicolour sheet-fed lithographic presses
- produces packages, stationery, magazines and newspapers using single or multicolour web-fed lithographic presses and in-line finishing systems
- produces packaging materials on a variety of substrates using flexographic or gravure printing presses
- sets and adjusts substrate-feed mechanisms, delivery mechanisms, inking systems and other machine functions
- prepares substrates for loading into feeder mechanisms
- mixes ink and solvents to standard and regulates paper and ink supply during print runs
- monitors press operations to check print quality and detect malfunctions
- undertakes maintenance, adjustment and repair
Specialisations:
- Flexographic Printing Machinist
- Gravure Printing Machinist
- Letterpress Printing Machinist
- Lithographic Printing Machinist
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1222-13 |
Production Manager (Mining) |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC, QLD, WA | WA, SA, TAS |
Mine Manager
Mine Superintendent
Plans, administers and reviews the production activities of a mining operation to optimise resource use, minimise costs and maintain quality standards.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- directs the formulation of mining production strategies, policies and plans
- plans production schedules and labour and material input requirements to meet output quantity, quality and timing specifications
- ensures conduct of plant maintenance programs and availability of parts and tooling to meet production deadlines
- coordinates the implementation of occupational health and safety requirements
- conducts research and applies new and improved methods and products to mine production
- oversees the acquisition and installation of new machinery
- monitors production costs and adjusts processes and resources to minimise costs
- controls the preparation of production records and reports
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2126-13 |
Production or Plant Engineer |
60 |
Engineers Australia |
SOL ENSOL 457 CSL |
VIC | QLD, WA, SA |
Plans, directs and coordinates the design, construction, modification, continued performance and maintenance of equipment and machinery in industrial plants and the management and planning of manufacturing activities.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- establishes standards and policies for installation, modification, quality control, testing, inspection and maintenance, according to engineering principles and safety regulations
- inspects plant to ensure optimum performance is maintained
- directs the maintenance of plant buildings and equipment and coordinates the requirements for new designs, surveys and maintenance schedules
- prepares contracts and specifications for construction and facility acquisitions
- schedules and plans production activities
- tests newly installed machines and equipment to ensure compliance with requirements and specifications
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1191-13 |
Project Builder |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA |
Professional Builder
Manages the construction of dwellings and other buildings.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines clients' drawings and other specifications, prepares and submits tenders, quotes and prices
- arranges submission of plans to local authorities
- builds under contract, or subcontracts specialised building services
- coordinates labour resources, procurement and delivery of materials, plant and equipment
- oversees the standard and progress of subcontractors' work
- arranges building inspections by local authorities
- may arrange drawing-up of plans and specifications
- may consult with architects and associates about building styles, methods and materials
- may estimate quantities of building materials
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3292-11 |
Project or Program Administrator |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Project Co-ordinator
Plans and undertakes administration of special projects, organisational programs and support services.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- undertakes administrative projects and coordinates activities in support of organisational objectives
- responds to inquiries concerning services provided and related information access policies and procedures
- prepares and reviews submissions and reports concerning the organisation's activities
- collects and analyses data associated with projects undertaken, and reports on project outcomes
- resolves problems concerning services or programs provided or persons affected
- advises senior management on matters requiring their attention, and implements their decisions
- reviews and develops administrative systems and procedures
- oversees work by contractors and reports on variations to work orders
- reviews and arranges new office accommodation, and oversees and coordinates building maintenance
- may manage administrative support functions and project or program funds
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3293-13 |
Property Manager |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL |
ACT | |
Building Manager
Supervises the leasing of rental properties on the behalf of owners.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- arranges leasing of properties and ensures lease agreements and conditions are observed
- conducts regular inspections of property and reports on condition
- collects and holds rent monies from tenants, and remits to owners on agreed basis
- monitors and addresses any non-compliance with terms and conditions of tenancy and pursues any rental arrears
- arranges repairs and maintenance of property as required, and negotiates and executes maintenance contracts
- arranges payment of outgoings on behalf of owner, such as mortgage, insurance, land tax and the like
- lodges claims for refund of bond monies
- represents owner in proceedings before the residential tenancies tribunal
- conducts regular reviews of the rental market to assess appropriateness of current rent
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2312-27 |
Psychiatrist |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Diagnoses, treats and prevents human mental, emotional and behavioural disorders.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- discusses mental and physical problems with patients to determine the nature and extent of mental, emotional or behavioural disorders
- studies patients' medical and mental histories
- examines patients to determine general physical condition
- orders laboratory tests, imaging, assessment tests and other diagnostic procedures
- examines the results of tests and examinations to determine the most appropriate forms of treatment
- prescribes and administers medication, psychotherapy, or other treatment and rehabilitation programs, and arranges admission to hospitals
- consults and works with other health professionals
Specialisations:
- Adolescent Psychiatrist
- Child Psychiatrist
- Medical Psychotherapist
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2514-79 |
Psychologists nec |
60 |
APS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | QLD, SA |
This occupation group covers Psychologists not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Occupations in this group include:
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2221-11 |
Public Relations Officer |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Corporate Affairs Officer
Plans, develops, coordinates and implements programs of information dissemination to create an understanding and a favourable view of an organisation, its products, services and role in the community.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- plans and organises publicity campaigns and assigns tasks to researchers and publicity writers
- prepares and controls the issue of news and press releases
- commissions and obtains photographs and other illustrative material
- appraises and revises material submitted by publicity writers, photographers, illustrators and others
- selects written material, photographs and illustrations to create favourable publicity
- undertakes and commissions public opinion research, analyses the findings and plans public relations campaigns
- organises special exhibitions, seminars, entertainment, competitions and social functions to promote goodwill and favourable publicity
- represents organisations and arranges executive interviews with publicity media
- attends business, social and other functions to promote the organisation
- advises executives on the public relations implications of their policies, programs and practices
- may coordinate and oversee the preparation of staff magazines and other internal communications
Specialisations:
- Press Officer
- Promotions Officer
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2122-11 |
Quantity Surveyor |
60 |
AIQS |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT | WA, SA, NT |
Building Economist
Construction Economist
Estimates and monitors construction costs from the feasibility stage, through tender preparation, to the construction period and beyond.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- prepares preliminary cost estimates from sketches and statements of requirements
- studies architectural and engineering drawings and specifications to estimate total costs
- consults with architects, builders and engineers, financiers, developers and owners
- prepares detailed cost plans and estimates as tools for budgetary control
- prepares material lists, produces bills of quantities for tendering purposes and advises clients on tenders when received
- administers construction contracts and measures and approves progress payments
- monitors changes of design, assesses effects on cost, and measures, values and negotiates variations to designs
- advises on costs of alterations to existing buildings or structures, on various materials and construction methods, and on alternative contractual procedures and clauses
- prepares final cost statements
- may supervise and coordinate the work of building technicians
- may prepare specifications and contract documents
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2391-13 |
Radiation Therapist |
60 |
AIR |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA | NSW, WA, SA |
Operates high energy X-ray and other radiation and electron generating and monitoring equipment to administer radiation treatment for medical purposes in conjunction with radiologists or other medical specialists.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- treats patients according to prescriptions from medical oncology specialists
- calculates details of procedures such as length and intensity of exposure to radiation, size and strength of dosage of isotopes and settings of recording equipment
- explains procedures to patients
- positions patients and equipment to carry out procedures
- prepares radioactive materials for use in radiation treatments
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2534-17 |
Radio Journalist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Radio Reporter
Collects and analyses facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation and writes stories for radio news or current affairs programs.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- researches and compiles stories for radio news and current affairs programs
- interviews people and observes events to obtain and verify facts and to develop leads for news items
- takes notes and reads publicity releases, copies of speeches or similar material to facilitate organisation and writing of story
- writes to deadlines, referring to reference books, newspaper files or other sources for additional facts
- submits news stories for approval by producer
- reads and evaluates news reports and suggestions for stories
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2312-29 |
Radiologist |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Diagnoses and treats diseases of the human body using radiant energies such as X-rays, ultrasound, gamma rays and radio waves.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines internal structures and functions of organ systems using X-rays and other radiant energies
- correlates X-ray findings with other examinations and tests, and interprets images to make diagnoses
- writes reports to accompany photographic records for use by other medical practitioners
- treats internal and external growths by X-rays, high energy sources and natural or man-made radio-isotopes
- administers radio-opaque substances to render internal structures and organs visible on X-ray films or fluoroscopic screens
Specialisations:
- Diagnostic Radiologist
- Nuclear Medicine Specialist
- Radiation Oncologist
- Sonologist
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2549-19 |
Recreation Officer |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA |
Recreation Adviser
Plans, organises and coordinates recreation facilities and programs.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- studies and analyses recreation needs and resources
- develops and implements recreation management policies on behalf of government and community service organisations
- encourages and assists in the implementation of recreation projects and programs through existing organisations such as schools, church bodies and youth organisations
- interprets recreation policies and programs and answers inquiries
- provides technical and professional advice to urban planners and others concerned with the provision of recreation facilities
- advises on requirements for, and procurement of, new equipment and materials, and on the design of new facilities
- prepares or assists with the preparation of budgets
- may recruit, train and supervise recreation or play leaders
Specialisations:
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4312-11 |
Refrigeration and Airconditioning Mechanic |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Refrigeration Fitter
Assembles, installs, maintains and repairs refrigeration and airconditioning systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- establishes job requirements from drawings and specifications, and lays out installation reference points
- drills holes, installs mounting brackets and cuts, bends and threads piping
- installs components such as compressors, motors, condensers, evaporators, switches and gauges, and copper lines for steam, gas, refrigerant, compressed air, fuel, oil and chilled water
- bolts, solders, rivets, welds or brazes pipes to connect equipment, and checks alignment and accuracy of fit
- fills systems with gas or fluid to check for leaks
- removes test gas or fluid using vacuum pumps and fills with refrigerant
- test-operates refrigeration systems, checks mechanisms and makes adjustments
- checks and overhauls refrigeration systems, diagnoses faults and repairs or replaces defective components
- adjusts system controls and mechanisms and reassembles systems
- records causes of malfunctioning and action taken
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2326-11 |
Registered Developmental Disability Nurse |
60 |
ANMC |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
QLD | |
Registered Mental Retardation Nurse
Provides nursing care to people with intellectual disabilities.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- provides care, advocacy and therapeutic and supporting relationships for people with intellectual disabilities
- provides comprehensive assessments of people's physical and personal growth
- gives direct nursing care to people with intellectual disabilities and encourages and develops self-help skills
- administers, supervises and monitors prescribed medications and initiates appropriate interventions as required
- maintains medical files, such as progress notes, treatment sheets and drug registers
- interprets, implements and evaluates nursing policies, codes of ethics or conduct, current legislation and statutory regulations
- delivers education, research findings and health promotion programs, within a developmental disability framework
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2325-11 |
Registered Mental Health Nurse |
60 |
ANMC |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Psychiatric Nurse
Treats and cares for people with mental illness, disorder or dysfunction, or those experiencing emotional difficulties, distress or crisis, in hospitals, nursing homes and the community.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- provides treatment, therapy, clinical support, continuing care, residential support and rehabilitation services in collaboration with other health care professionals and carers
- advises on structuring the environment to enable clients to lead normal, healthy, functioning lives
- conducts comprehensive and specific mental health assessments and reports and evaluates interventions and health care services
- administers, supervises and monitors medications prescribed and initiates appropriate interventions
- maintains records of treatment and progress
- delivers health education and health promotion programs
Specialisations:
- Child and Adolescence Mental Health Nurse
- Drug and Alcohol Nurse
- Psychiatric Rehabilitation Nurse
- Psychogeriatric Care Nurse
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2324-11 |
Registered Midwife |
60 |
ANMC |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Certified Midwife
Provides care and advice during pregnancy, labour and birth and provides postnatal care for women and babies.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- provides advice and support to women during pre-conception, antenatal and postnatal periods
- provides care and management of pregnancy and birth
- assesses progress and recognises warning signs of abnormal or potentially abnormal pregnancies requiring referral to a medical practitioner
- monitors the condition of the woman and foetus during pregnancy and throughout labour
- conducts health education classes and seminars to promote the health of mothers and infants
- provides advice on nutrition, child care and family planning
- provides advice and support to women regarding parenting skills and care and feeding of babies
- provides supervision to students of midwifery, and nursing and other health care professionals
- coordinates the care given by other health care workers involved with maternity care
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2323-11 |
Registered Nurse |
60 |
ANMC |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Provides nursing care for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, extended care facilities or other health care facilities and in the community.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for patients according to accepted nursing practice and standards
- liaises with other health professionals and members of health teams
- assists medical practitioners to examine patients, administer treatment and deliver babies
- observes, records and reports on patients' condition and their reactions to drugs and other treatments
- promotes health and assists in the prevention of ill health by participating in health education and other health promotion activities
- supervises and coordinates the work of enrolled nurses and other health care workers
- may specialise in a particular area of nursing care
Specialisations:
- Acute Care Nurse
- Aged Care Nurse
- Clinical Nurse Consultant
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Community Nurse
- Paediatrics Nurse
- Remote/Rural Area Nurse
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1299-11 |
Research and Development Manager |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW, VIC, ACT | |
Plans, administers and reviews research and development activities of an organisation.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- directs the formulation of research and development strategies, policies and plans
- develops and implements programs of research projects, priorities and targets to support commercial or policy developments
- leads major research projects and coordinates activities of other research workers
- assesses the benefits and monitors the costs and effectiveness of research and development activities
- interprets results of research projects and recommends associated product/service development innovations
- provides advice on research and development options available to the organisation
- monitors leading edge developments in relevant disciplines and assesses implications for the organisation
- may publish results of significant research projects, subject to commercial sensitivity
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3421-15 |
Residential Care Officer |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | TAS |
Provides care and supervision for children or disabled persons in group housing or government institutions.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- ensures residents are washed, dressed, fed and ready for educational and recreational activities
- organises and participates in educational and recreational activities
- supervises residents during domestic activities such as dining and showering
- assists with social and living skills, and trains residents unable to live independently or work in open employment
- enforces behavioural standards, compile disciplinary reports and assist in implementing remedial measures
- may assist in serving meals and performing other housekeeping tasks
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2382-15 |
Retail Pharmacist |
60 |
APharmC |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, NT |
Community Pharmacist
Compounds and dispenses prescribed pharmaceuticals in retail outlets and sells non-prescription medicines and related goods.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and a one year traineeship. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- prepares or supervises the preparation of liquid medicines, ointments, powders, tablets and other medications
- checks prescriptions for correct dosage and for drug interactions and incompatibilities
- compounds prescribed medicines, and packages and labels them
- stores and preserves vaccines, serums and other drugs subject to deterioration
- dispenses medical and surgical products as prescribed
- records prescriptions dispensed, and the issue of poisons, narcotics and other restricted drugs
- provides advice and information on the use and effects of medications
- sells non-prescription drugs, sick-room supplies, toiletries, cosmetics and related commercial products
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4431-17 |
Roof Plumber |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, TAS |
Installs, maintains and repairs flashings, metallic roof and wall claddings and rainwater products such as gutters and downpipes.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- fabricates and installs roofing and cladding components
- fabricates and installs metal gutters, downpipes and other rainwater products
- installs flashing around roof fittings such as chimneys and flues
- installs external metal ceilings, soffits and fascias
- erects and installs roof ventilator units
- erects restricted height scaffolding
- may design and size industrial roof draining components
- may carry out asbestos removal
Specialisations:
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4413-11 |
Roof Slater and Tiler |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA |
Cover roofs with tiles, sheets or shingles to form a waterproof surface.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- studies drawings, specifications and work sites to determine materials required
- erects ladders and scaffolds
- places and secures waterproof sheets over eaves
- nails or staples roofing underlay to roofs
- aligns starter rows of roofing material with edges of roofs, and secures with wire, staples or nails
- overlaps successive layers of tiles
- sizes and cuts roofing material to fit around vents, chimney edges, corners and ridges
- slips roofing material under pre-fabricated flashing and nails it down
- fixes edge and ridge tiles in cement mortar
- caulks exposed nail heads and flashing to prevent leaks
- may lay aluminium or steel tiles
Specialisations:
- Roof Fixer
- Roof Shingler
- Roof Slater
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4914-11 |
Screen Printer |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, TAS |
Prepares stencils and sets up and operates power-driven or hand-operated screen printers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- operates photographic or electronic reproduction devices
- prepares stencils using computer or hand-cut methods
- selects, mixes and matches coloured inks and loads into presses
- loads paper, fabric, plastic or other material stock and adjusts registers of feeder mechanisms
- controls machines and inspects quality of printing
- loads printed items into drying racks, and unloads and stacks dry items
- carries out general finishing operations
- performs routine maintenance of machines and attachments
- reclaims screens
- may prepare art work and set type
- may supervise other screen printers and printing hands
Specialisations:
- Screen Printing Stencil Preparer
- Textiles Printer
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2413-11 |
Secondary School Teacher |
60 |
TA |
SOL ENSOL 457 CSL |
VIC, ACT, NT, TAS | QLD, WA, SA, NT |
Teaches one or more subjects within a prescribed curriculum to secondary school students and promotes students' social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- presents subject matter using a range of teaching techniques and materials
- prepares, administers and marks tests, projects and assignments to evaluate students' progress, and records the results
- discusses individual progress and problems with students and parents and seeks advice from student counsellors or senior teachers
- maintains discipline in classrooms and other school areas
- participates in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops
- liaises with parent, community and business groups
- maintains class and scholastic records
- supervises student teachers on placement
- may coordinate teaching in a particular subject area
- may assist with sporting activities and excursions
Specialisations:
- Secondary School Teacher-Librarian
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4124-11 |
Sheetmetal Worker (First Class) |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, SA, NT | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Marks out, shapes, forms and joins sheetmetal and other materials to make products or components.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- studies blueprints, drawings or specifications to determine job, material and equipment requirements
- selects metal stock, such as stainless steel, galvanised iron, mild steel, aluminium, copper and other materials, and checks sizes, gauges and other dimensions of material relative to specifications
- marks out stock with reference points and lines, using templates, gauges and other measuring instruments
- cuts material along guidelines using hand or power shears, guillotines or drills
- shapes and forms cut material into products using folding or bending machines, rollers, presses or hammers
- fits and assembles components into final products by welding, riveting, soldering, brazing or otherwise joining
- polishes, files, sands or cleans assembled products
- may repair damaged sheetmetal products and components
- may specialise in fabrication, or on-site assembly and installation, of sheetmetal products
- may produce aircraft sheet metal components requiring advanced drawing and calculating skills
- may specialise in decorative copperwork
Specialisations:
- Metal Spinner
- Sheetmetal Patternmaker
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4422-11 |
Signwriter |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, TAS |
Designs, draws, makes and paints signs for displays, buildings, hoardings, boats and structures.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- confers with clients or responds to proposals, sketches and written instructions to determine composition of signs
- paints signs and lettering using lacquers, varnishes, paints and other materials
- paints signs on brick, metal, timber, glass, plastic and other surfaces
- makes and erects three dimensional signs
- may erect and work on scaffolding
- may design and create wall murals, screen prints, gold leaf work and custom vehicle art
Specialisations:
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4912-13 |
Small Offset Printer |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Sets up and operates small offset printing presses used in instant print shops or for in-house printing.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- prepares plates, blankets and impression cylinders on small offset lithographic printing presses
- loads paper into feeding mechanisms
- monitors machine operations and quality of printing
- undertakes maintenance, repair and cleaning of machines
- may collate, trim and staple documents
- may keep production records
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2511-11 |
Social Worker |
60 |
AASW |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC, ACT, NT | NSW, QLD, WA, NT, TAS |
Assesses the social needs of individuals and groups, and assists people to develop and use the skills and resources needed to resolve social and other problems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- acts as a contact between clients in need and community services
- assesses resources for health, welfare, recreation, housing, employment and other community services
- provides leadership and assistance for the implementation of pilot projects in community development and self-help
- assists community organisations, social agencies and voluntary groups to improve services or develop new services
- conducts individual or family case interviews to identify the nature and extent of clients' problems
- evaluates information obtained to determine the type of assistance required
- assists clients to understand and resolve problems by providing information and referring them to community or self-help agencies
- monitors the progress of clients by maintaining contact
- compiles case records and reports
- may assist in budget preparation and policy formulation
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2231-15 |
Software Designer |
60 |
ACS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW, ACT | |
Designs and modifies the operating environment software which links computer software and hardware.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- consults with users to determine their requirements
- devises linkages between different types and levels of software and between software and hardware
- develops, tests, installs and modifies operating systems, compilers, utilities and other software
- tests the efficiency of new and improved software
- prepares documentation on software use and maintenance
Specialisations:
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2521-13 |
Solicitor |
60 |
SLAA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW, NT | NSW, NT |
Provides legal advice, prepares and drafts legal documents and conducts negotiations on behalf of clients on matters associated with the law.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- interviews clients to determine the nature of problems and recommends or undertakes appropriate legal action
- prepares cases for court by conducting investigations, undertaking research, arranging witness preparation and attendance, and giving notice of court actions
- represents clients in court
- manages conveyancing and other property matters by preparing contracts of sale, mortgage documents, lease documents and other documents relating to the purchase of land or buildings
- prepares and critically reviews contracts between parties
- prepares wills
- provides advice on family law, company law, partnerships, commercial law and trusts
- may act as trustee or guardian
- may act as executor of client's wills
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4415-11 |
Solid Plasterer |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Cement Plasterer
Cement Renderer
Applies decorative and protective coverings of plaster, cement or similar materials to the interiors and exteriors of structures.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- mixes plaster and cement
- applies coats of plaster to structures using trowels, and levels and smooths coats to uniform thickness
- plumbs and straightens corners, angles and wall and ceiling surfaces
- applies finishing coats of plaster and smooths surfaces
- creates decorative textures in finishing coats
- applies and finishes acoustic, insulating and fireproofing materials bonded with plaster, plastic cement and similar materials
- may spray or apply protective glazes, water-proofing coats or vermiculite to structures or covered surfaces
- may fix pre-cast cornices, panel mouldings, ceiling centres and other plaster fittings
- may lay floors of granolithic, terrazzo, cement or similar composition or finish concrete floors
- may erect scaffolds and trestles
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2391-17 |
Sonographer |
60 |
AIR |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Operates ultrasound machines and related medical imaging equipment to produce images for medical diagnostic purposes in conjunction with other medical professionals.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- performs medical imaging on patients according to referral from medical practitioners
- calculates details of procedures such as length and intensity of exposure and settings of recording equipment
- explains procedures to patients
- positions patients, and equipment to carry out procedures
- produces medical images using equipment such as ultrasound machines and scanners for use by medical practitioners in the diagnosis of disease or injury
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2312-79 |
Specialist Medical Practitioners nec |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
This occupation group covers Specialist Medical Practitioners not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Occupations in this group include:
- Industrial Medicine Specialist
- Occupational Medicine Specialist
- Public Health Physician
- Specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine
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2312-25 |
Specialist Physician |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Investigates and diagnoses internal human disorders and diseases, and administers treatment.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines patients to determine the nature and extent of problems after referral from general medical practitioners or other specialists
- records medical information and data
- orders laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures
- analyses test and other medical information to make diagnoses
- prescribes and administers drugs and remedial treatment
- reports specified contagious or notifiable diseases to government health or immigration authorities
- may admit or refers patients to hospitals
- may consult other medical specialists
Specialisations:
- Cardiologist
- Endocrinologist
- Gastroenterologist
- Geriatrician
- Infectious Diseases Specialist
- Intensive Care Physician
- Medical Oncologist
- Nephrologist
- Neurologist
- Palliative Medicine Specialist
- Pulmonary Specialist
- Renal Specialist
- Respiratory Physician
- Rheumatologist
- Thoracic Specialist
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2386-11 |
Speech Pathologist |
60 |
SPAA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Speech Therapist
Assesses and treats people with communication disorders including speech, language, voice, fluency and literacy difficulties or people who have physical problems with eating or swallowing.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- administers tests, and observes patients to determine the nature and extent of communication, speech or voice disorders
- plans and conducts remedial exercises and programs to correct stuttering, abnormal articulation and other speech disorders
- advises on treatment for children slow in learning to speak
- provides speech training for patients with communication problems caused by defective hearing, abnormality, surgery or injury
- plans individual or group therapy in rehabilitation of patients with communication disorders
- counsels and guides language handicapped people, their families, teachers and employers
- may act as a consultant to education, medical, dental and other professional groups
- may conduct research related to the development of diagnostic techniques or the design of related apparatus
- may refer to, or accept referrals from, medical practitioners
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2293-13 |
Statistician |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
VIC | |
Collects, organises and interprets quantifiable data and uses statistical methodologies to produce statistical reports and analyses for government, commercial and other planning purposes.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- liaises with management and clients to determine the area to be surveyed or examined
- specifies the data to be collected and the methodology to be used in collection and analysis
- assists with the selection or development of data collection instruments such as survey questionnaires
- reports on findings, arranges presentation of results
- evaluates and describes the reliability and utility of source information in forms such as summary tables, graphs and charts
- reports significant differences in relationships among sources of data
- may assist in the development of statistical computer programs
Specialisations:
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4416-13 |
Stonemason |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA TAS |
Cuts and shapes hard and soft stone blocks and masonry slabs for the construction and renovation of stone structures and monumental masonry.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- operates machines and hand tools to cut, shape and polish stone
- designs and cuts monumental masonry including lettering
- constructs walls using stone slabs and large masonry slab blocks
- may lay stone paving
- may work on-site or in stoneyards
- may fix stone facades to buildings
Specialisations:
- Construction Stonemason
- Monumental Stonemason
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4212-01 |
Supervisor, Automotive Electricians |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA, TAS |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Automotive Electricians.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Automotive Electricians
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of an Automotive Electrician
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4922-01 |
Supervisor, Cabinetmakers |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA, TAS |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Cabinetmakers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Cabinetmakers
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Cabinetmaker
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4311-01 |
Supervisor, Electricians |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA, SA, TAS | WA, SA, TAS |
Leading Hand Electrician
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Electricians.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Electricians
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of an Electrician
Specialisations:
- Supervisor, Electricians (Special Class)
- Supervisor, General Electricians
- Supervisor, Lift Mechanics
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4315-01 |
Supervisor, Electronic and Office Equipment Tradespersons |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NT | |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Electronic and Office Equipment Tradespersons.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Electronic and Office Equipment Tradespersons
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of an Electronic and Office Equipment Tradesperson
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4211-01 |
Supervisor, Motor Mechanics |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | WA, SA, TAS |
Supervisor, Vehicle Mechanics
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Motor Mechanics.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Motor Mechanics
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Motor Mechanic
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4213-01 |
Supervisor, Panel Beaters |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA, TAS |
Supervisor, Vehicle Refinishers
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Panel Beaters.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Panel Beaters
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Panel Beater
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4312-01 |
Supervisor, Refrigeration and Airconditioning Mechanics |
60 |
TRA VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA, TAS |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Refrigeration and Airconditioning Mechanics.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Refrigeration and Airconditioning Mechanics
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Refrigeration and Airconditioning Mechanic
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4413-01 |
Supervisor, Roof Slaters and Tilers |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Roof Slaters and Tilers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Roof Slaters and Tilers
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Roof Slater and Tiler
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4124-01 |
Supervisor, Sheetmetal Tradespersons |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Sheetmetal Tradespersons.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Sheetmetal Tradespersons
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Sheetmetal Tradesperson
Specialisations:
- Supervisor, Metal Spinners
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4415-01 |
Supervisor, Solid Plasterers |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Solid Plasterers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Solid Plasterers
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Solid Plasterer
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4122-01 |
Supervisor, Structural Steel and Welding Tradespersons |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Structural Steel and Welding Tradespersons.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Structural Steel and Welding Tradespersons
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Structural Steel and Welding Tradesperson
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4113-01 |
Supervisor, Toolmakers |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA |
Supervisor, Toolroom
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Toolmakers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Toolmakers
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Toolmaker
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4214-01 |
Supervisor, Vehicle Painters |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA, TAS |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Vehicle Painters.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Vehicle Painters
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Vehicle Painter
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4416-01 |
Supervisor, Wall and Floor Tilers and Stonemasons |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
SA | SA, TAS |
Supervises and coordinates the activities of Wall and Floor Tilers and Stonemasons.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification and at least 3 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines work requirements and allocates duties to Wall and Floor Tilers and Stonemasons
- confers with managers to coordinate activities with other organisational units
- maintains attendance records and rosters
- explains and enforces safety regulations
- oversees the work of the unit and suggests improvements and changes
- confers with workers to resolve grievances
- may perform the tasks of a Wall and Floor Tiler and Stonemason
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2312-31 |
Surgeon |
60 |
State Territory Medical Board |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
QLD, WA, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA |
Performs surgery to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases and improve human body functions and appearance.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines patients to determine the necessity of operations, estimate risks to patients and select the best operational procedures
- reviews reports on patients' general physical condition, reactions to medications and medical histories
- consults with anaesthetists
- performs operations
- examines instruments, equipment, and surgical setup, to ensure that antiseptic and aseptic methods have been followed
- instructs other medical, nursing and associated staff regarding the preparation of patients and instrument and equipment requirements
- prescribes post-operative care and observes and investigates patients' progress
- maintains records of operations performed
- may specialise in particular types of operations
Specialisations:
- Cardiothoracic Surgeon
- Neurosurgeon
- Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Otorhinolaryngologist
- Paediatric Surgeon
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
- Urologist
- Vascular Surgeon
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3121-15 |
Surveying and Cartographic Associate |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Surveying Technologist
Collects, records and evaluates survey data and prepares maps, charts and plans in support of surveyors and cartographers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- prepares design drawings and develops design specifications under the direction of surveyors and cartographers
- sets up scientific equipment and calibrates precision instruments, and diagnoses and corrects faults in equipment
- uses land and geographical information data bases
- uses surveying instruments, aerial photographs and satellite and remote sensing technology to obtain data for surveying and cartographic purposes
- records data, performs routine computations and plots preliminary data
- collects and analyses source maps, survey data, photographs, computer records and other information
- manipulates data to fit mapping formats
- prepares, edits and revises plans, maps, charts and other drawings
- may prepare finished material for reproduction and publication using desktop publishing software and computer aided drafting applications
Specialisations:
- Aerial Survey Technician
- Engineering Survey Drafting Technician
- Photogrammetrist
- Topographic Drafting Officer
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2123-13 |
Surveyor |
60 |
ISA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT |
Geomatician
Geomatic Engineer
Plans, directs or conducts survey work to determine, delineate, plan and precisely position tracts of land, natural and constructed features, coastlines, marine floors and underground works and manages related information systems.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- determines the position of points of interest on the earth's surface, including the ocean bed and prepares the final product data in digital form
- supervises the preparation of plans, maps, charts and drawings to give pictorial representations and manages automated information systems
- undertakes research and development of surveying and photogrammetric measurement systems, cadastral systems and land information systems
- plans and designs land sub-division projects and negotiates details with local governments and other authorities
- compiles and evaluates data, interprets codes of practice, and writes reports concerning survey measurement, land use and tenure
- prepares site plans and survey reports required for conveyancing and land ownership matters
- advises architects, engineers, environmental and other scientists or other relevant professionals on the technical requirements of surveying, mapping and spatial information systems
- may supervise and coordinate the work of surveying associates and field assistants
Specialisations:
- Cadastral Surveyor
- Geodetic Surveyor
- Hydrographic Surveyor
- Photogrammetric Surveyor
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2231-13 |
Systems Designer |
60 |
ACS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW, ACT | |
Conducts research into computer and communications systems, and develops techniques for their effective application and use.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- conducts research into user interaction with information technology systems and areas in which ease and efficiency of use could be enhanced
- reviews and develops computer architecture and design, computer languages, computational techniques, data communication processes, and user interface devices
- tests new information technology system designs and rectifies design problems found
- performs acceptance testing of new system components
- writes reports and papers describing findings for publication
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2231-11 |
Systems Manager |
60 |
ACS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
NSW, ACT | |
Controls the operating effectiveness of information technology systems, and arranges system maintenance and enhancements to meet user requirements.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- consults with administrative and technical staff to determine information needs, data flows and system definitions
- establishes and controls system access and security
- coordinates protocols for operation within multi-user information technology networks providing voice, data and text transmission
- monitors and optimises system performance and initiates recoveries after system failures
- implements data back-up and other system housekeeping procedures
- manages the distribution and retention of data on storage devices
- coordinates system updates and replacement of old versions
- maintains data dictionaries and advises users on data structures and terminology
- assists in testing new equipment and systems
- prepares technical reports on the operation of systems
- estimates costs of systems and prepares cost-benefit analyses
- may coordinate the work of support staff
- may provide training in system use and access
Specialisations:
- Database Administrator
- Network Administrator
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2231-19 |
Systems Programmer |
60 |
ACS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Writes, maintains and updates programs which control the overall functioning of computers.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- develops specifications for enhancements in the operation of computer and telecommunications system software
- determines program design, and writes system programs in computer languages or machine code
- tests the validity and logic of system programs
- modifies, amends and updates software programs and database structures
- prepares documentation on the use of system software by other information technology personnel
- may contribute to the development of new software in a mainframe, personal computer or local area network environment
Specialisations:
- Database Programmer (Systems)
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2534-15 |
Television Journalist |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Television Reporter
Collects and analyses facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation and writes stories for television news or public affairs programs.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- researches and compiles stories for television news and current affairs programs
- interviews people and observes events to obtain and verify facts and to develop leads for news items
- takes notes and reads publicity releases, copies of speeches or similar material to facilitate organisation and writing of story
- writes to deadlines, referring to reference books, newspaper files or other sources for additional facts
- submits news stories for approval
- reads and evaluates news reports and suggestions for future stories
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4113-11 |
Toolmaker |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, SA, NT | NSW, WA, SA |
Tool and Die Maker
Makes and repairs tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and other precision parts and equipment to fine tolerances for machine tools and other production machinery.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- studies drawings or specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of articles to be manufactured
- positions, measures and marks out metal stock or castings
- sets up and operates machine tools to form workpieces by shaping stock
- checks the accuracy of fabricated items to close tolerances
- fits and assembles tool or article parts, test-operates and modifies them
- sets up, programs and operates numerically controlled, computer-numerically controlled and electrical discharge machine tools
- fabricates press tools, dies, plastic moulds or jigs
- may dismantle faulty machine tools and machines, and repair or replace defective tools, dies and fixtures
- may heat-treat tools, dies and fixtures during fabrication
- may braze or weld parts during assembly
- may design tools and precision equipment
Specialisations:
- Die Caster
- Die Sinker
- Jigmaker (Metal)
- Plastic Mould Maker
- Press-Tool Maker
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4623-15 |
Tree Surgeon |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | WA, SA, TAS |
Arboriculturalist
Tree Doctor
Arborist
Inspects, diagnoses, advises on and treats trees and shrubs to improve their health and appearance.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- examines trees to assess their condition and determine treatment
- lops limbs off trees and shapes branches using chain or handsaws
- paints protective materials over cut surfaces
- scrapes decayed materials from cavities in trees and inserts plastic to prevent further deterioration
- sprays and dusts trees to control insects and disease
- fells diseased trees, grubs out stumps and removes material
- plants and transplants trees
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2523-11 |
Urban and Regional Planner |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 CSL |
WA, ACT, NT, TAS | WA, SA, NT |
Develops and implements plans and policies for the controlled use of urban and rural land, and advises on economic, environmental and social needs of land areas.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- compiles and analyses data on economic, legal, political, cultural, demographic, sociological, physical and environmental factors affecting land use
- confers with government authorities, communities, architects, social scientists, lawyers, and planning, development and environmental specialists
- devises and recommends use and development of land and presents narrative and graphic plans, programs and designs to groups and individuals
- recommends measures affecting land use, the environment, public utilities, community facilities, housing and transportation
- advises governments and organisations on urban and regional planning and resource planning
- may supervise and control the work of associates and technicians
Specialisations:
- Land Planner
- Traffic and Transport Planner
- Town Planner
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4215-11 |
Vehicle Body Maker |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
WA, SA, NT | WA, SA, TAS |
Vehicle Body Builder
Manufactures and repairs prototype production units and specialised vehicle bodies such as buses, fire engines and caravans.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- studies vehicle body drawings, body drafts and specifications
- constructs vehicle framework sections in metal and other materials, using stretching and shrinking machinery and welding equipment
- bolts, screws, rivets or welds sections together
- cuts, shapes and attaches panels of sheetmetal, aluminium or reinforced plastic to frameworks
- may alter assembly line vehicles to special requirements
Specialisations:
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4214-11 |
Vehicle Painter |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Prepares surfaces of vehicles, matches and mixes colours and applies paint.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- removes rough spots on vehicle panels
- sands surfaces by hand or with power sanders
- covers area not to be painted with masking tape and paper
- colour matches and mixes paints to match paint shades, or selects pre-mixed paint
- applies primer and finish coats using spray guns, and rubs down surfaces between coats
- touches up paintwork and applies polish to vehicles
- removes masking papers, waxes and polishes finished paintwork
- may paint signs or artwork on vehicles
- may treat vehicles with rust-proofing chemicals
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4216-11 |
Vehicle Trimmer |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | WA, SA |
Installs, repairs and replaces the interior trim of vehicles, such as seats, linings, floor coverings and door trims.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- prepares new vehicle trim work according to drawings and sketches
- removes old coverings or fittings from used vehicles and takes new measurements of trim requirements
- selects and cuts out pieces of fabric, vinyl or leather using shears or electrical cutting tools
- sews pieces together using heavy-duty sewing machines
- installs internal trim in vehicles such as lining, floor coverings and armrests
- attaches door trims, rubber seals, locks and handles
Specialisations:
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2422-11 |
Vocational Education Teacher |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | WA, NT |
Teaches one or more subjects within a prescribed course of study at a TAFE or other training institute to students for vocational education and training purposes.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or a post-graduate diploma in adult education. In some instances relevant industry and vocational education experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- teaches students through the presentation of lesson materials, discussions, workshop and laboratory sessions and the use of audio-visual aids and other classroom resources
- prepares, administers and marks activities to assess students' competencies
- provides feedback and maintains records of students' progress
- liaises with industry to keep up to date with current practice
- advises students on courses and related matters
- consults with Librarians, Student Counsellors, Education Managers and other support staff
- may be involved in curriculum development and the preparation of teaching resources
Specialisations:
- Adult Education Teacher
- TAFE Lecturer
- TAFE Teacher
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4416-11 |
Wall and Floor Tiler |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL CSL |
WA, ACT, SA, NT, TAS | NSW, WA, SA, NT, TAS |
Wall and Floor Tile Fixer
Lays ceramic, clay, slate, marble and glass tiles on external and internal walls and floors to provide protective and decorative finishes.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- examines plans, measures and marks surfaces and lays out work
- prepares wall and floor surfaces by removing old tiles, grout and adhesive, and cleaning and dry polishing
- spreads adhesive onto prepared surfaces and tiles, and sets tiles in position
- ensures tiles are aligned
- grouts tiles and cleans and removes excess grout
- may lay floors of granolithic, terrazzo, cement or similar composition
Specialisations:
- Ceramic Tiler
- Mosaic Tiler
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4122-15 |
Welder (First Class) |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 MODL |
VIC, WA, SA, NT | NSW, QLD, WA, SA, NT |
Fabricates and repairs metal products by welding metals.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- studies blueprints, drawings or specifications to determine appropriate welding processes and other job requirements
- cleans and prepares metal surfaces for welding by flame-cutting, thermal cutting, gouging, bevelling, grinding or filing
- preheats thick materials to required temperatures
- fits attachments, connects hoses to gas tanks, or wires to power sources of equipment used in welding operations
- adjusts controls to regulate gas pressure, voltage or amperage
- opens valves or switches and lights torches, strikes arcs or starts machines
- guides torches or electrodes along lines of weld manually or by operating machine controls
- cleans and smooths welds by filing, chiselling or grinding
- cuts metal shapes using flame and thermal cutting torches
- may set up welding machines for other operators
Specialisations:
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1299-15 |
Welfare Centre Manager |
50 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Welfare Project Manager
Manages and coordinates centres, programs or projects concerned with social welfare support.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- evaluates resources devoted to health, welfare, recreation, housing, employment, training and other community facilities or centres
- interprets identified needs for community organisations or centres, social agencies and groups, and stimulates their interest and enlists their co-operation
- provides leadership, establishes, coordinates or administers programs or centres such as neighbourhood houses, community support groups, employment training programs or volunteer programs
- prepares reports and assists with budgeting and policy formulation
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4929-79 |
Wood Tradespersons nec |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
This occupation group covers Wood Tradespersons not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Occupations in this group include:
- Cane Furniture Maker
- Cooper
- Wood Model Maker
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4921-13 |
Wood Turner |
60 |
TRA |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | |
Wood Lathe Turning Operator
Operates wood turning lathes to turn and shape wood stock.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- studies drawings or reads work orders or specifications to determine set-up data
- positions and secures wood stock in lathes
- adjusts turning speeds to size of work
- positions and clamps tool rests
- starts machines, places gauge chisels on tool rests in contact with stock and reduces square stock to rough cylinders
- lays out cutting lines according to drawings
- resets speed control to speed appropriate for diameter of workpieces
- places chisels against rotating workpieces to cut shapes
- may smooth surfaces of work by holding sandpaper against rotating workpieces
- may apply wax or other finishes to workpieces
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3421-13 |
Youth Worker |
40 |
VETASSESS |
SOL ENSOL 457 |
ACT | SA, TAS |
Youth Officer
Youth Support Worker
Assists young people as individuals or groups to solve social, emotional and financial problems in an agency framework.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- provides support and information to young people about welfare and other youth accommodation and community services
- plans, designs and supervises activities for young people such as sports, handicrafts, dancing, drama, hiking and bushwalking
- provides counselling, support and crisis services
- may plan and organise activities for young people in the community, such as establishing and supervising clubs
- may work under the supervision of a health, sport, recreation or welfare worker
Specialisations:
- Juvenile Justice Officer
- Youth Accommodation Support Worker
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