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Unit Group

3992 Drillers

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

3992 Drillers

Assemble, position and operate drilling rigs and related equipment for exploration or to extract ore, liquids or gases from the earth.

OSCA skill level

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

Subcategories

399231 Driller