Electronics Trades Workers are responsible for maintaining, adjusting, and repairing various types of electronic equipment. This includes business machines, video and audio equipment, electronic instruments, control systems, and radio communication systems.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations within the Electronics Trades Workers category require a certain level of skill, which can be acquired through the following qualifications and experience:

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)

In some cases, at least three years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of formal qualifications. Additionally, certain occupations may require additional on-the-job training and/or experience, in addition to the formal qualification. It is important to note that registration or licensing may be required for certain roles.

Tasks Include:

• 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 on correct operating procedures to prevent malfunctions
• Receiving and transmitting radio messages, interpreting code, and converting to plain language
• 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

Occupations:

• 342311 Business Machine Mechanic
• 342312 Communications Operator
• 342313 Electronic Equipment Trades Worker
• 342314 Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General)
• 342315 Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class)

342311 Business Machine Mechanic

Alternative Titles:

• Office Equipment Technician
• Office Machine Technician

A Business Machine Mechanic specializes in installing, maintaining, and repairing electronic business equipment. This includes multi-function devices, photocopiers, scanners, fax machines, and cash registers. Some Business Machine Mechanics may also specialize as Photocopier Technicians.

Skill Level: 3

342312 Communications Operator

A Communications Operator is responsible for transmitting and receiving radio messages using various methods, such as Morse code, voice, and radio teletype. There are several specializations within this occupation, including Communication Information Systems Sailor (Navy), Communications and Information Systems Controller (Air Force), and Operator Specialist Communications (Army).

Skill Level: 3

342313 Electronic Equipment Trades Worker

An Electronic Equipment Trades Worker installs, maintains, and repairs various electronic equipment and systems. This can include audio and visual reproduction equipment, home entertainment systems, computers, and electronic security systems. There are also several specializations within this occupation, such as Audiovisual Technician, Fire Alarm Technician, Home Theatre Technician, Security Technician, and Video Technician.

Skill Level: 3

342314 Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General)

Alternative Title:

• Instrument and Control Service Person

An Electronic Instrument Trades Worker specializes in installing, modifying, maintaining, and repairing electronic instruments and control systems. Some examples of specializations within this occupation include Communication Electronic Technician (Air Force) and Electronic Technician (Navy). Registration or licensing may be required for certain roles.

Skill Level: 3

342315 Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class)

Alternative Title:

• Industrial Measurement and Control Technician

An Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class) is responsible for installing, modifying, maintaining, and repairing complex electronic instruments and control systems. This occupation involves a combination of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic principles. Registration or licensing may be required for certain roles.

Skill Level: 3