Air and Marine Transport Professionals
Minor Group
ANZSCO CODE - 231

Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1); or
• AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1); or
• NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• flying aircraft in accordance with established air traffic control and aircraft operating procedures
• controlling aircraft movements, and directing aircraft taxiing, take-offs and landings by radio
• monitoring aircraft performance and reporting on mechanical condition of aircraft
• giving in-flight instruction, supervising solo flights, accompanying students on training flights and demonstrating techniques for controlling aircraft
• directing fishing operations by using knowledge about the species sought, fishing areas, seasons and the capabilities of the vessel and crew
• controlling and directing shipping operations to ensure the safe and efficient loading and transport of cargo and passengers
• planning, controlling and coordinating the operational and maintenance requirements of a ship’s propulsion and domestic plant and equipment
• examining and approving design plans of hulls and equipment such as main propulsion engines, auxiliary boilers and turbines, electrical power generating plant, refrigeration and airconditioning plant and pumping systems
• monitoring a ship’s navigational situation, and supervising a ship’s course and speed according to predetermined passage plan and safety