Keyboard Operators, classified under ANZSCO 5321, play a crucial role in inputting and processing text and data. They are responsible for preparing, editing, and generating documents for storage, processing, publication, and transmission.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations within the Keyboard Operators unit group require a level of skill that aligns with the qualifications and experience mentioned below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

It is important to note that at least one year of relevant experience can be substituted for the formal qualifications listed above. In some cases, additional relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required alongside the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• Entering data and codes required for information processing
• Retrieving, confirming, and updating data in storage, maintaining data input records
• Taking verbatim records of proceedings using shorthand-writing machines and computerized equipment
• Transcribing shorthand and sound recordings, proofreading, and correcting copy
• Reading transcripts during trials and other proceedings upon request
• Providing captions for television programming and the deaf and hearing impaired
• Preparing reports, letters, and similar material for publication and electronic transmission
• Sorting outgoing material and preparing documents for transmission

Occupations:

• 532111 Data Entry Operator
• 532112 Machine Shorthand Reporter
• 532113 Word Processing Operator

532111 Data Entry Operator

Alternative Title: Data Processing Operator

A Data Entry Operator operates a keyboard to input and transfer data into a computer for storage, processing, and transmission.

Skill Level: 4

532112 Machine Shorthand Reporter

A Machine Shorthand Reporter records and reproduces spoken words in various settings such as court and parliamentary proceedings, television programming, and for the deaf and hearing impaired. They utilize shorthand writing, stenotype shorthand machines, computer-assisted transcription software, and sound recording equipment.

Skill Level: 4

Specializations:

• Braille Transcriber
• Court Reporter
• Hansard Reporter
• Realtime Reporter
• Stenocaptioner

532113 Word Processing Operator

Alternative Title: Typist

A Word Processing Operator operates a computer to type, edit, and generate a variety of documents and reports.

Skill Level: 4