Engineering Trades

Engineering trade and technician workers play an essential role in various industries: Agriculture; Construction; Information Technology; Manufacturing; Mining; Professional, Scientific and Technical Services; Public Administration; and Wholesale and Trade industries. It is one of the biggest industry in Australia.

Job roles under engineering trade may include the design, assembly, production, set up, modification, testing, proofing, commissioning, maintenance and service of mechanical, electrical or electronic systems including the related equipment and machinery, fabrication of structures and assemblies, sheet metal work and the use of relevant machinery, equipment and joining techniques requiring complex manufacturing and assembly methodologies. Machinery and equipment can include stationary and mobile equipment, instruments, fluid power systems, refrigeration, and the use of computer-controlled machine tools.

Minimum requirements for engineering trade workers include a diploma, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and registration.

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OUR SUB CLASSIFICATIONS

Click on the below sub classifications for more information:

• Metal Casting, Forging and Finishing Trades Workers

• Metal Engineering Process Worker

• Metal Fitters and Machinist

• Precision Metal Trades Worker

• Sheetmetal Trades Worker

• Structural Steel and Welding Trades Worker

• Telecommunications Technical Specialists

• Toolmakers and Engineering Patternmakers