Group
Occupation

332232 Fitter and Turner

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

332232 Fitter and Turner

Fits, assembles, grinds, and shapes metal parts and subassemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment.

Specialisation

  • Fitter Armament (Army)

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Reads blueprints and technical specifications to understand the requirements for the metal component to be machined
  • Prepares and configures machine tools for specific jobs, and ensures correct fixtures, settings, and tools are applied
  • Forms metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore, and drill metal to specific dimensions
  • Fits and assembles metal parts and subassemblies according to engineering specifications
  • Checks fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance, and fit using precision measuring instruments
  • Tests and adjusts completed machines and equipment to ensure proper functioning
  • Performs operational maintenance of machinery
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