Metal Engineering Process Workers carry out routine tasks associated with the production of metal products. Some of the duties performed were:
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arrange and place tools and metal products
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assemble and dismantle metal products like screwing and bolting
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use power hammers, presses and other metal cutting and shaping tools and machines
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use solder, spot welding and butt welding equipment
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transport tools, materials and workpieces to and from sites and workbenches
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clean and prepare working surfaces
They are employed in most parts of Australia and primarily work in Manufacturing; Construction; and Wholesale Trade industries.
The occupation is projected to generate 12,300 jobs in 2018 to 10,500 by 2023. There are likely to be around 7,000 job vacancies over 5 years.
Metal Engineering Process trade workers are required to have diploma degree and relevant experience.
Specialisations:
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Boilermaker's Assistant
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Fitter's Assistant
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Metal Forger's Assistant
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Metal Moulder's Assistant