Engineering trade and technician workers play an essential role in various industries: Agriculture; Construction; Information Technology; Manufacturing; Mining; Professional, Scientific and Technical Services; Public Administration; and Wholesale and Trade industries. It is one of the biggest industry in Australia.
Job roles under engineering trade may include the design, assembly, production, set up, modification, testing, proofing, commissioning, maintenance and service of mechanical, electrical or electronic systems including the related equipment and machinery, fabrication of structures and assemblies, sheet metal work and the use of relevant machinery, equipment and joining techniques requiring complex manufacturing and assembly methodologies.
The sector requires highly-skilled workers and VET is the main training pathway. Minimum requirements for engineering trade workers include diploma degree, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and registration or license: