3811 Electrical Distribution Trades Workers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia

Reference period

2024, Version 1.0

Released

6/12/2024

Next release Unknown

Install, join, maintain and repair electrical cables, transmission and distribution systems for both overhead and underground lines.

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

Occupation

381131 Electrical Distribution Trades Worker

Installs, joins, maintains and repairs electrical cables, transmission and distribution systems for both overhead and underground lines.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Installs and maintains distribution overhead and underground conductors and cables, low voltage overhead services, poles, structures and hardware
Installs cable joints in underground conduits and trenches
Performs routine maintenance of overhead and underground power lines, cables and auxiliary equipment
Identifies and diagnoses faults and solves problems in the distribution and underground networks
Inspects and tests cables and cable joints to identify faults and determine repair or replacement needs
Selects and prepares cables, connectors and other material for cable jointing
Terminates cables by connecting them to electrical equipment and overhead lines
May operate heavy plant equipment such as elevated work platforms and portable equipment such as hydraulic drills
May undertake substation installation and maintenance, and specialised testing and revenue meter installation