Group
Occupation

399932 Diver

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

399932 Diver

Swims underwater to undertake tasks, such as seafood gathering, research, salvage, and construction.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Specialisations

  • Abalone Diver
  • Clearance Diver (Navy)
  • Fisheries Diver
  • Hyperbaric Welder Diver
  • Offshore Diver
  • Onshore Diver
  • Pearl Diver
  • Saturation Diver
  • Scientific Diver

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

  • Plans and prepares for diving operations, including assessing risks and determining appropriate equipment and techniques
  • Inspects and maintains diving equipment
  • Enters water and swims underwater to perform tasks, such as seafood gathering, research, salvage, and construction
  • Uses tools and equipment underwater to complete tasks
  • Monitors and records data and observations during underwater tasks
  • Follows safety procedures and protocols to ensure personal safety and the safety of others
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