Group
Occupation
399436 Sail Maker
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
399436 Sail Maker
Fabricates and repairs sails and other articles from sailcloth.
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Consults clients to determine sail specifications
- Measures and cuts sailcloth to required dimensions
- Fabricates or repairs sails using machines and hand tools
- Reinforces sail edges and corners with additional layers of sailcloth or stitching
- Inspects sails to ensure quality and adherence to specifications
- Provides advice regarding care and maintenance of sails