1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997

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Contents >> 02 Structure & Definitions >> 3 Associate Professionals >> 39 Other Associate Professionals >> 399 Miscellaneous Associate Professionals >> 3999 Other Miscellaneous Associate Professionals >> 3999-15 Radio Operator

3999-15	Radio Operator
	Radio Telegraphist

Transmits and receives radio messages by use of morse code, voice and radio teletype.

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:

selects circuits to contact receiving stations
transmits messages by use of voice, hand key or teletype
receives messages by interpreting code and converting to plain language, and writes or types messages for transmission
monitors radio traffic, transmits and receives voice messages
maintains records of messages sent and received

Specialisations:
Signaller (Army)