Metal Machinists set up and operate machine tools to shape and form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances, using detailed drawings and specifications.
Occupation description
Metal Machinists set up and operate machine tools to shape and form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances, using detailed drawings and specifications.
Their job involves:
- studying drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations, and machine settings.
- fitting fabricated metal parts into products and assembling metal parts and subassemblies to produce machines and equipment.
- checking fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments.
- setting guides, stops and other controls on machining tools, setting up prescribed cutting and shaping tools and dies in machines and presses.
- forming metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal.
- diagnosing faults and performing operational maintenance of machines, and overhauling and repairing mechanical parts and fluid power equipment.
Metal Machinists may also:
- use NC/CNC machines.
- perform fitting operations.
- perform welding operations.
How will I be assessed?
Documentary Evidence Assessment
We will review your documentary evidence to ensure it meets the employment and training requirements and indicates that you have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience as a Metal Machinist (First Class).
You can find information about the employment, training, and document requirements below:
- For information on what evidence you need to include with your application, download the Evidence guide.
- If you are in pathway 1 you also need to find information on assessment for your specific occupation
- For information about the employment experience requirements for a Pathway 1 application, please refer to the Pathway 1 Employment Experience Guidelines.
- If you are applying for a Pathway 2 assessment, please read the Pathway 2 Candidate Guide.
Technical Assessment
If you are successful in Stage 1, you will complete a technical assessment.
For more information about the technical assessment, see the Pathway 1 Technical Assessment Guide and Pathway 2 Candidate Guide.
What skills and knowledge do I need?
The qualification relevant to this occupation is MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade. To be awarded this qualification, you must demonstrate your skills and knowledge in the units of competency listed in the table below. Each unit of competency defines a selection of knowledge and skills required in Australian workplaces.
You must achieve 31 units of competency:
- 12 core units
- 18 elective units
- Core Units
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Safety, communication and quality in engineering MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering MEM16006 Organise and communicate information* MEM14006 Plan work activities* MEM11011 Undertake manual handling* MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices MEM16008 Interact with computing technology* MEM17003 Assist in the provision of on-the-job training* MEM12024 Perform computations* MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements* Engineering tools MEM18001 Use hand tools* MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations* MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing*
- Elective Units
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MEM13003 Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials* Precision measurements MEM12003 Perform precision mechanical measurement* MEM18003 Use tools for precision work* MEM12006 Mark off/out (general engineering)* MEM18055 Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components* MEM05005 Carry out mechanical cutting* Machining MEM07005 Perform general machining* MEM07006 Perform lathe operations* MEM07007 Perform milling operations* MEM07008 Perform grinding operations* MEM07010 Perform tool and cutter grinding operations* MEM07011 Perform complex milling operations* Machining computer processes MEM07015 Set computer controlled machines and processes* MEM07016 Set and edit computer controlled machines and processes* MEM18010 Perform equipment condition monitoring and recording* Teamwork MEM16005 Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities* MEM15003 Use improvement process in team activities* MEM15004 Perform inspection*
You must demonstrate competency in all core and elective units of competency and all of their pre-requisite units.
NOTE:
* — indicates that a unit requires a pre-requisite/s
How to Apply
If you're a tradesperson, your skills and experience will be assessed by someone who has worked in your trade and understands your skills and qualifications. VETASSES is Australia's leading assessment body for trades and we can assess 27 different trade occupations.
Step 1
Check your eligibility to apply for a Trade Skills Assessment.
Step 2
Understand the Assessment Process
Step 3
Confirm the type of evidence you may be asked to provide
Step 4
Find the cost you’ll need to pay up front for your trade skills assessment
Step 5
FAQs
You are strongly encouraged to review each of the units of competency shown above. To do this:
1. Go to the following website: http://training.gov.au/Search.
2. Enter a unit code (e.g. MSMWHS200) into the ‘Title or code’ search box.
3. Click on the ‘NRT’ button.
4. Click on the ‘Search’ button.
5. Read the Unit of Competency information.