Group
Occupation
382331 Communications Operator
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
382331 Communications Operator
Transmits and receives radio messages by use of morse code, voice, and radio teletype.
Specialisations
- Communication Information Systems Sailor (Navy)
- Operator Specialist Communications (Army)
- Communications and Information Systems Controller (Air Force)
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
- Receives and transmits radio messages using morse code, voice, and radio teletype
- Monitors and maintains radio equipment
- Follows established procedures and protocols for radio communication
- Maintains communication with other operators, and provides information and assistance to personnel to relay messages accurately and efficiently
- Maintains confidentiality and security of sensitive information transmitted over the radio, and keeps accurate records of all radio communications