Metal Fitters and Machinists worked in most parts of Australia and strong growth is predicted in the future. They primarily work in Public Administration and Safety; Manufacturing and Other Services industries. Common duties include:
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review illustrations and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations, and machine settings
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fit fabricated metal parts into products and assemble metal parts and subassemblies to build machines and equipment
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check fabricated and assemble metal parts using precision measuring instruments
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form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances with machining tools to press, cut, grind, bore and drill metal
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diagnose faults and perform operational maintenance of machines, and overhaul and repair mechanical parts
Employment for Metal Fitters and Machinists experienced massive growth in the past 5 years and is expected to grow strongly over the next 5 years from 111,500 in 2018 to 113,800 by 2023 or 17,000 job openings in over 5 years.
Metal Fitters and Machinists are required to have a diploma, relevant experience, and registration.