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8999 Other Miscellaneous Labourers

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

8999 Other Miscellaneous Labourers

This unit group covers Labourers not elsewhere classified. It includes Car Park Attendants, Crossing Supervisors, Electrical and Telecommunications Trades Assistants, Leaflet and Newspaper Deliverers, Recycling and Waste Collectors, Sign Installers, Swimming Pool and Spa Technicians, Trolley Collectors and Vending Machine Attendants.

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
  • Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
Occupation

899931 Car Park Attendant

Operates and maintains a car parking facility by guarding cars in parking areas and collecting fees at car park entry or exit points. May drive and park cars, and operate boom gates.

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Monitors and patrols car parking areas to ensure compliance with parking regulations
  • Collects parking fees and issues tickets
  • Assists customers with parking enquiries and directions
  • Operates boom gates and controls access points
  • Parks and retrieves vehicles as needed
  • Reports incidents or issues to authorities
  • Performs routine maintenance on parking equipment
  • Keeps records of parking transactions
Occupation

899932 Crossing Supervisor

Assists children, people with disability, and other pedestrians to cross roads by stopping traffic and ensuring all pedestrians have crossed safely before allowing traffic to flow through the crossing.

Specialisation

  • School Crossing Supervisor

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Assists children, people with disability, or other pedestrians to cross roads safely by escorting them
  • Monitors traffic flow and the number of pedestrians at designated crossings
  • Halts traffic when appropriate, to enable pedestrians to cross roads safely
  • Ensures all pedestrians have crossed safely before traffic is allowed to flow through the designated crossing
  • Ensures appropriate signage and warning signals are displayed and observable to traffic and crossing pedestrians
  • Reports hazards, incidents and signage issues to immediate supervisor or local authorities
  • Provides direction to pedestrians to advocate for road safety
Occupation

899933 Electrical or Telecommunications Trades Assistant

Assists Electrotechnology and Telecommunications Trades Workers to install and maintain electrical and telecommunications systems.

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and telecommunications systems
  • Carries out basic electrical and telecommunications tasks under the guidance of trades workers
  • Assists in the testing and troubleshooting of electrical and telecommunications systems
  • Prepares materials and tools for electrical and telecommunications installations
Occupation

899934 Leaflet or Newspaper Deliverer

Collects leaflets, catalogues, pamphlets or newspapers from a collection point, and delivers them to homes in a specified area.

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Collects leaflets, catalogues, pamphlets or newspapers from a designated collection point, or receives stock directly through a delivery
  • Organises and arranges the collected materials for delivery, and inserts flyers or promotional materials when required
  • Plans travel routes and delivers items to homes in a specified area
  • Reports any issues or concerns regarding travel routes or delivery materials, and adheres to safety guidelines and practices
  • Adheres to signage at delivery points regarding junk mail, and maintains confidentiality of delivery addresses and customer information
Occupation

899935 Recycling or Waste Collector

Collects household, commercial and industrial waste for recycling or disposal.

Compactor Drivers (Waste Collection) are excluded from this occupation. Compactor Drivers (Waste Collection) are included in Occupation 713131 Truck Driver (General).

Alternative title

  • Waste Removalist

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Collects waste and recycling bins and containers from residential, commercial and industrial areas
  • Positions bins for collection and manually empties bins into waste collection trucks
  • Communicates with supervisors and team members to coordinate waste collection
  • Assists in transporting waste and recyclable materials to waste transfer stations, landfill sites and materials recovery facilities
Occupation

899936 Sign Installer

Erects, installs, maintains and cleans signs and their sites pre- and post-installation.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Alternative title

  • Sign Erector

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Reads and interprets work orders and plans to determine sign installation requirements
  • Prepares sign installation sites, and ensures signs are positioned correctly and securely fastened
  • Cleans signs and their sites after installation to maintain appearance and visibility
  • Inspects signs for damage or wear, and performs necessary repairs or replacements
  • Dismantles and removes unwanted signs
  • Adheres to safety protocols and regulations while working at heights and with heavy equipment
  • May assist in installing electronic signs
Occupation

899937 Swimming Pool or Spa Technician

Installs and repairs pool or spa equipment and systems. Maintains, services, cleans and assesses water quality in swimming pools or spas in both residential and commercial environments.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Inspects and services existing pool or spa systems, and repairs any faults, cracks or leaks
  • Installs, maintains, services and repairs pool and spa equipment, including filters, pumps, chlorinators and heaters
  • Conducts pool or spa maintenance, including testing for water quality and pH levels, pool and water cleaning, and applying chemicals for correct water balance
  • Provides advice and recommendations to clients on pool and spa maintenance and water quality, in accordance with relevant health and safety regulations and standards
Occupation

899938 Trolley Collector

Collects supermarket trolleys from car parks and other areas, and returns them to the supermarket by hand or trailer. May drive a small tractor to tow the trolleys.

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Collects supermarket trolleys from designated drop off areas and surrounding areas
  • Inspects and reports trolleys for damage or defects
  • Pushes or pulls trolleys manually or with a small tractor
  • Organises and arranges trolleys in customer collection areas for easy access
  • Cleans and maintains trolleys
Occupation

899941 Vending Machine Attendant

Stocks and maintains vending and amusement machines.

Alternative title

  • Vending Machine Filler

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Stocks vending and amusement machines with products and ensures they are properly displayed
  • Performs routine maintenance on vending machines, such as replacing light bulbs or fixing jammed mechanisms
  • Collects money from coin boxes, replenishes change, and ensures digital payment devices and EFTPOS machines are functional
  • Cleans and sanitises vending machines and surrounding areas
  • Monitors inventory levels and orders products as needed
  • Prepares reports for management by maintaining accurate records of sales and collections
Occupation

899999 Labourers nec

This occupation group covers Labourers not elsewhere classified.

Skill level: 5

Occupations in this group include:

  • Clothes Sorter
  • Florist Assistant
  • Grip
  • Landfill Worker
  • Lubrication Technician
  • Marina Attendant
  • Racecourse Barrier Attendant
  • Stagehand
  • Underground Services Locator