Technicians & Trades Workers - Occupations List

Please read the qualifying criteria before moving on to the occupations

Technicians & Trades Workers listed on this page may apply for skilled migration to Australia.

TECHNICIANS & TRADES WORKERS perform a variety of skilled tasks, applying broad or in-depth technical, trade or industry specific knowledge, often in support of scientific, engineering, building and manufacturing activities.

Indicative Skill Level:

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

In Australia:

• AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least 3 years of experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2); or
• AQF Certificate III including at least 2 years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV or at least 3 years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3).

In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Task Include:

• Carrying out tests and experiments, and providing technical support to Health Professionals, Natural and Physical Science Professionals and Engineering Professionals.
• Providing technical support to users of computer hardware and software.
• Fabricating, repairing and maintaining motor vehicles, aircraft, marine craft and electrical and electronic machines and equipment.
• Repairing and maintaining motor vehicles, aircraft, marine craft and electrical and electronic machines and equipment.
• Constructing, repairing, fitting-out and finishing buildings and other structures.
• Operating printing and binding equipment.
• Preparing and cooking food.
• Shearing, caring for, training and grooming animals, and assisting Veterinarians.
• Propagating and cultivating plants, and establishing and maintaining turf surfaces for sporting events.
• Cutting and styling hair.
• Operating chemical, gas, petroleum and power generation equipment.
• Providing technical assistance for the production, recording and broadcasting of artistic performances.

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