Occupation

332331 Engineering Patternmaker

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
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Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
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332331 Engineering Patternmaker

Constructs full-size engineering models, usually made out of timber, which are used in manufacturing to produce metal castings, copy models, vacuum form tooling, and tooling for automotive, aircraft, or fibreglass industries.

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

  • Interprets engineering drawings to determine pattern requirements
  • Prepares materials for pattern construction
  • Tests and modifies patterns for desired results
  • Creates moulds and core boxes for casting processes
  • Constructs engineering models using woodworking tools
  • Maintains and repairs patterns