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7419 Other Mobile Plant Operators

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

7419 Other Mobile Plant Operators

This unit group covers Mobile Plant Operators not elsewhere classified. It includes Aircraft Baggage Handlers and Ground Crew, Aircraft Refuellers, Linemarkers, Railway Shunters, Railway Track Plant Operators, Road Roller Operators, Stevedores and Streetsweeper Operators.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

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

741931 Aircraft Baggage Handler and Ground Crew

Loads and unloads air freight, directs planes, positions staircases and performs other aircraft ground services to ensure aircraft operations run efficiently.

Specialisation

  • Ramp Agent

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Loads and unloads air freight from aircraft
  • Inspects air freight to ensure it is properly loaded and secured
  • Operates vehicles and material-moving equipment during the loading, unloading and transportation of air freight
  • Sorts air freight for processing, transport or storage
  • Positions loading ramps and staircases to allow passengers to board and disembark aircraft
  • Assists in the movement of aircraft on the ground
  • Communicates with pilots, Flight Attendants and other ground crew members to coordinate aircraft operations
Occupation

741932 Aircraft Refueller

Fills aircraft with aviation fuel by operating a tanker truck or hydrant vehicle and connecting a fuel system to the aircraft fuel tank.

Registration or licensing is required.

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Operates fuelling vehicles and equipment to refuel aircraft according to specific fuel requirements
  • Connects ground fuel storage tanks to aircraft by operating pumps and valves, and managing flow rates to prevent overfilling or underfilling
  • Monitors fuel levels in storage tanks and ensures accurate and safe fuelling of aircraft
  • Inspects fuelling equipment and reports any malfunctions or damage while following safety procedures and regulations
  • Maintains records of fuel transactions, completes necessary paperwork and communicates with aircraft crew and ground personnel to coordinate fuelling operations
  • Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of fuelling equipment
  • Responds to fuel-related emergencies, such as spills or leaks, by executing emergency response procedures
Occupation

741933 Linemarker

Operates plant to apply markings to roads and other surfaces such as car parks, airports and sportsgrounds.

Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisation

  • Road Marker

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Prepares roads and other surfaces for line marking
  • Measures and marks out lines and symbols on roads and other surfaces
  • Operates line marking machinery and equipment to apply markings to surfaces accurately
Occupation

741934 Railway Shunter

Sorts, assembles and disassembles trains from rolling stock, and safely moves trains within marshalling yards.

Railway Signal Operators are excluded from this occupation. Railway Signal Operators are included in Occupation 732935 Railway Signal Operator.

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Assembles and disassembles trains, locomotives and/or rolling stock in the marshalling yard
  • Places wagons into railway parking tracks (sidings)
  • Moves trains safely between yards and platforms
  • Conducts safety checks on trains and rolling stock
  • Directs train drivers around the marshalling yard
Occupation

741935 Railway Track Plant Operator

Operates plant to lay, align, repair and maintain railway tracks.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Inspects and assesses railway tracks to identify maintenance and repair needs
  • Operates plant machinery to lay and align railway tracks
  • Repairs and maintains railway tracks using appropriate tools and equipment
  • Monitors and adjusts track alignment to ensure safe and efficient train operations
  • Performs routine maintenance tasks on plant machinery to ensure proper functioning
  • Collaborates with other railway personnel to coordinate track maintenance activities
Occupation

741936 Road Roller Operator

Operates a power-driven roller to prepare surfaces for roads, runways and car parks.

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Controls roller speed and direction to achieve desired compaction and smoothness
  • Monitors surface conditions and adjusts roller operation as necessary
  • Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of roller equipment
  • Follows project plans and specifications for surface preparation and compaction
Occupation

741937 Stevedore

Transfers cargo between ships and other forms of transport or storage facilities.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Alternative title

  • Wharf Labourer

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Loads and unloads cargo from ships using appropriate techniques and equipment such as forklifts, gantry cranes, reach stackers, straddle carriers, front-end loaders, excavators, mobile wharf cranes or conveyor systems
  • Secures cargo using ropes, chains and other devices
  • Transfers cargo between vessels and wharf storage facilities, and between storage facilities and road or rail transport
  • Inspects cargo for damage and reports any issues
  • Communicates with supervisors and other workers to coordinate cargo transfer operations
  • Organises and prioritises cargo based on shipping schedules and requirements
Occupation

741938 Streetsweeper Operator

Operates plant to clean streets and gutters of litter and debris.

Registration or licensing is required.

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Operates equipment to dampen dust and collect and dispose of litter and debris from streets and other paved surfaces
  • Keeps records of areas cleaned
  • Inspects and undertakes minor maintenance on street cleaning equipment
Occupation

741999 Mobile Plant Operators nec

This occupation group covers Mobile Plant Operators not elsewhere classified.

Skill level: 4

Occupations in this group include:

  • Aviation Groundcrew (Defence Force)
  • Cable Ferry Operator
  • Dredge Operator
  • Mulcher Operator
  • Paving Plant Operator
  • Snow Groomer