Group
Occupation
332331 Engineering Patternmaker
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
332331 Engineering Patternmaker
Constructs full-size engineering models, usually made out of timber, which are used in manufacturing to produce metal castings, copy models, vacuum form tooling, and tooling for automotive, aircraft or fibreglass industries.
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Interprets engineering drawings to determine pattern requirements
- Prepares materials for pattern construction
- Tests and modifies patterns for desired results
- Creates moulds and core boxes for casting processes
- Constructs engineering models using woodworking tools
- Maintains and repairs patterns