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Occupation

399534 Wood Machinist

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

399534 Wood Machinist

Cuts, planes, turns, shapes, lathes, and sands wood stock to specifications.

Specialisations

  • Automatic Profile Sander Operator
  • Copy Lathe Operator
  • Edge Bander Operator
  • Jigmaker (Wood)
  • Panel Saw Operator
  • Sawmill Moulder Operator
  • Wood Turner
  • Woodworking Machine Setter

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

  • Sets up and operates woodworking machines and tools to produce wooden products
  • Selects and measures wood stock to be cut, planed, turned, shaped, lathed, or sanded
  • Adjusts and calibrates woodworking machine settings to ensure accurate and precise cuts and shaping
  • Monitors woodworking machine operation, and adjusts settings as necessary to maintain quality and efficiency
  • Uses hand tools and power tools to shape and finish wood products
  • Inspects finished wood products for defects and ensures they meet specifications
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