Toolmakers and Engineering Patternmakers

Toolmakers and Engineering Patternmakers are employed in most parts of Australia and moderate growth is predicted in the future. They primarily work in Manufacturing; Construction; and Other Services industries.

• study drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of products to be   manufactured and models to be designed

•  measure and mark out metal stock and castings using various gauges

•  shape metal and wood stock using machine tools

•  apply protective finishes to patterns to indicate the method of assembly

•  assemble pattern sections and shape workpieces to specified finish

Metal Fitters and Machinist are required to have diploma and relevant experience.

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Engineer Patternmaker

ANZSCO ID 323411

Job Description

Builds full-size engineering models used in manufacturing to produce metal castings, copy models, vacuum form tooling and tooling for the automotive, aircraft or fiberglass industries.

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Toolmaker

ANZSCO ID 323412

Job Description

Builds the precision tools used in manufacturing to create products and parts.

Specialisation

• Die Caster

• Die Sinker

• Jigmaker (Metal)

• Plastic Mould Maker

• Press-tool Maker