Metal Fitters and Machinists

Metal Fitters and Machinists worked in most parts of Australia and strong growth is predicted in the future. They primarily work in Public Administration and Safety; Manufacturing and Other Services industries. Common duties include:

review illustrations and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations, and machine settings
fit fabricated metal parts into products and assemble metal parts and subassemblies to build machines and equipment
check fabricated and assemble metal parts using precision measuring instruments
form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances with machining tools to press, cut, grind, bore and drill metal
diagnose faults and perform operational maintenance of machines, and overhaul and repair mechanical parts

Employment for Metal Fitters and Machinists experienced massive growth in the past 5 years and is expected to grow strongly over the next 5 years from 111,500 in 2018 to 113,800 by 2023 or 17,000 job openings in over 5 years.

Metal Fitters and Machinists are required to have a diploma, relevant experience, and registration.

Fitter (General)

ANZSCO ID 323211

Job Description

Fits and assembles structural frameworks and housings from materials such as angle iron, l-beams, and plate steel, operating hand tools and welding tool

Specialisation

Computer Numeric Control Setter
Diesel Fitter-Mechanic, Fitter-Machinist
Fitter-Mechanic
Maintenance Fitter
Mechanic (Diesel and Heavy Earthmoving Equipment)
Plant Mechanic

Fitter and Turner

ANZSCO ID 323212

Job Description

Manufacture, construct, assemble and fit component parts for machinery

Specialisation

Fitter Armament (Army)

Fitter-Welder

ANZSCO ID 323213

Job Description

lay out, fit and fabricate metal components to assemble structural platforms, such as machinery frames, bridge parts, and pressure vessels

Metal Machinist (First Class)

ANZSCO ID 323214

Job Description

Sets up and operates machine tools to shape and form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances, using detailed drawings and specifications

Specialisation

Aircraft Machinist
Automotive Machinist
Metal Machine Setter
Metal Turner
Milling Machinist
Vertical Borer

Textile, Clothing and Footwear Mechanic

ANZSCO ID 323215

Job Description

Installs adjusts and maintains industrial or domestic sewing machines used in the production of yarn, textiles or footwear.

Specialisation

Loom Tuner
Sewing Machine Mechanic
Textile Machine Mechanic