Group
Occupation

821935 Railway Track Worker

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

821935 Railway Track Worker

Lays, aligns, and repairs tracks for railways, tramways, quarries, and mines.

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Removes and replaces damaged or worn-out tracks
  • Measures and marks out areas for track construction or repair
  • Operates small machinery and equipment to lay tracks
  • Aligns and levels tracks using specialised tools and equipment
  • Welds or bolts tracks together to ensure stability and safety
  • Conducts regular maintenance and repairs on tracks and equipment
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