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Occupation

363931 Air Conditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber

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

363931 Air Conditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber

Installs, maintains, and repairs piping (excluding refrigerant pipework, flow controls, and components), ducting, and equipment for heating, cooling, and ventilation of buildings or vessels.

Registration or licensing is required.

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics are excluded from this occupation. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics are included in Occupation 382131 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician.

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

  • Assembles and installs mechanical services plant, air handling and conditioning equipment, and small bore heating systems
  • Maintains and repairs piping (excluding refrigerant pipework, flow controls and components), ducting, and equipment for heating, cooling, and ventilation systems
  • Installs, maintains, and tests medical gas systems
  • Fabricates and installs sheet metal ductwork around installed systems
  • Insulates piping used for hot water or steam pipes
  • Installs and commissions single head split systems, ceiling cassette systems, and add-on condenser units for ducted systems
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