Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General) Jobs in Australia

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

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

• examining and testing machines, equipment, instruments and control systems to diagnose faults
• adjusting, repairing, and replacing worn and defective parts and wiring, and maintaining machines, equipment and instruments
• reassembling, test operating and adjusting equipment
• advising users of correct operating procedures to prevent malfunctions
• receiving messages by interpreting code and converting to plain language, and writing and typing messages for transmission
• monitoring radio traffic, and transmitting and receiving voice messages
• installing electronic instruments and control systems
• applying knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic principles in commissioning and maintaining control systems