Registered Migration Australia

TOOLMAKER

ANZSCO 323412 - Registered Migration Australia




Description

A toolmaker makes and repairs tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and other precision parts and equipment to fine tolerances for machine tools and other production machinery. In Australia a toolmaker is a Skill Level 3 occupation.

 

 

Specialisations

 

  • Die Caster
  • Die Sinker
  • Jigmaker (Metal)
  • Plastic Mould Maker
  • Press-tool Maker

 

 

Toolmaker Occupation Lists
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Group: 3234 Toolmakers and Engineering Patternmakers

 

 

 

 

Toolmaker job description - Registered Migration Australia

 

The job of a toolmaker in Australia is to make and repair tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and other precision parts and equipment to fine tolerances for machine tools and other production machinery, and construct full-size engineering, visual and experimental models and models for the manufacture of prototype developmental products. The number of job openings for toolmakers going forward is expected to be low. 

 

Tasks

  • studying drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of articles to be manufactured and models to be constructed
  • measuring and marking out metal stock and castings using various gauges
  • shaping metal and wood stock using machine tools
  • checking accuracy of manufactured articles and finished patterns to fine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments
  • testing and modifying manufactured articles
  • applying protective finishes to patterns and painting pattern sections to indicate method of assembly
  • assembling pattern sections and shaping work pieces to specified finish
  • pouring and spreading materials into moulds and over models of patterns, and building laminations of fibreglass cloth and plastic resin to fabricate patterns
  • repairing broken and damaged patterns and correcting patterns to compensate for defects in casting
  • constructing templates for layout and inspection

 

Skill Level

Most occupations in the toolmaker unit group (Group 3234) 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: 
NZ Register 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.

 

Occupations within the Toolmaker Group

 

 

Note: Whilst a similar occupation may appear in the same toolmaker group, if not specifically listed in the STSOL or MLTSSL, the ANZSCO description should be used for reference purposes only.

 

English Requirement

 

  • IELTS result with a minimum score of 6 (L, R, W), 7 in speaking and 7 overall;
  • OET result with a minimum grade B in all sections;
  • TOEFL iBT with a minimum score (L:12 R:13 W:21 S:23 overall L93);
  • PTE Academic with a minimum score of 50 (L, R, W), 65 in speaking and 65 overall

Exceptions

  • Australian Graduate exceptions apply in some states/territories
  • Priority Skilled Lists may apply a specific requirement in some states/territories
  • Countries exempt from submitting IELTS or OET include the UK; Canada; New Zealand; US; and Ireland

 

Where mandatory licensing or registration is required you must demonstrate a level of English either sufficient to meet licensing / registration or a minimum IELTS, or equivalent, whichever is higher.

 

 

Assessment Authority

 

  • Toolmaker is currently assessed with TRA - (Trades Recognition Australia); more info regarding assessment bodies.

 

 

Please contact us if you would like assistance with your Toolmaker visa application. Registered Migration Australia is a licensed migration company. We are proudly 100% Australian owned and operated.