3322 Metal Fitters and Machinists
3322 Metal Fitters and Machinists
Fit and assemble fabricated metal parts into products, set up machining tools and production machines, and operate machining tools and machines to shape metal stock and castings.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- 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
332231 Fitter (General)
Fits and assembles metal parts and subassemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment.
Car, bus, truck and other vehicle diesel engine mechanics are excluded from this occupation. Car, bus, truck and other vehicle diesel engine mechanics are included in Occupation 351433 Diesel Technician.
Specialisations
- Diesel Fitter-Mechanic
- Drill Fitter
- Fitter-Machinist
- Fitter-Mechanic
- Locomotive Maintainer
- Maintenance Fitter
- Mechanic (Diesel and Heavy Earthmoving Equipment)
- Stationary Plant Mechanic
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Reads and interprets engineering drawings and specifications
- Measures and fits metal components using hand tools, power tools and machines
- Prepares and configures machine tools for specific jobs, and ensures correct fixtures, settings and tools are applied
- Assembles metal parts and subassemblies according to engineering specifications
- Fits fabricated metal parts into products and assembles metal parts and subassemblies to produce machines and equipment
- Repairs and maintains machines and equipment by replacing or repairing faulty parts
- Operates machines and equipment to fabricate metal components
- Tests and adjusts machines and equipment to ensure proper functioning
332232 Fitter and Turner
Fits, assembles, grinds and shapes metal parts and subassemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment.
Specialisation
- Fitter Armament (Army)
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Reads blueprints and technical specifications to understand the requirements for the metal component to be machined
- Prepares and configures machine tools for specific jobs, and ensures correct fixtures, settings and tools are applied
- Operates lathes to create cylindrical parts
- Fits and assembles metal parts and subassemblies according to engineering specifications
- Uses hand tools and power tools to grind, file and polish metal parts
- Tests and adjusts completed machines and equipment to ensure proper functioning
- Inspects finished products for quality and accuracy
- Performs operational maintenance of machinery
332233 Fitter-Welder
Fits, assembles and welds metal parts and subassemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment.
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Interprets engineering drawings and specifications
- Measures metal components for cutting, shaping and welding
- Fits and assembles metal parts according to engineering specifications
- Cuts and shapes metal components using hand and power tools
- Welds metal components using various welding techniques
- Cleans welds by filing, chiselling and grinding
- Inspects and tests welded components for quality and compliance with specifications
332234 Metal Machinist (First Class)
Sets up and operates machine tools to shape and form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances, using drawings and specifications.
Specialisations
- Automotive Machinist
- Computer Numerical Control Machinist (Metal)
- Engine Reconditioner
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Reads blueprints and technical specifications to understand the requirements for the metal component to be machined
- Prepares and configures machine tools for specific jobs and ensures correct fixtures, settings and tools are applied
- Forms metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal
- Checks fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments
- Polishes, deburs and finishes the machined parts to ensure they meet the specified finish quality
- May program and operate computer numerical control machines to guide machine tools in producing parts
332299 Metal Fitters and Machinists nec
This occupation group covers Metal Fitters and Machinists not elsewhere classified.
Skill level: 3
Occupations in this group include:
- Printing Engineer
- Sewing Machine Technician
- Textile Mechanic
- Valve Technician