Precision Instrument Maker and Repairers assemble, calibrate, install, and overhaul mechanical precision instruments and equipment.

Skill Level

3

Specialisations

• Camera Repairer
• Scalemaker
• Scientific Instrument Maker and Repairer

Unless you are exempt in very limited circumstances, you are required to have a positive Skills Assessment to apply for the visas listed above.

Skills Assessment authority for Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer is Trades Recognition Australia (TRA). To have a positive skills assessment, you must meet the following criteria:

• Must have successfully completed an AQF Qualification either a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or Certificate III in Engineering – Electrical/Electronic Trade or formal training that is comparable
• Must possess skills that are current to Australian industry standards demonstrated by 12 months full time employment or equivalent part-time in the occupation in the previous three years
• If you have obtained a qualification internationally or an Australian qualification that was not through the Australian Recognition of Learning process, you are required to demonstrate 3 years full time or equivalent post-qualification experience
• If you have obtained an Australian qualification issued through the Australian Recognition of Learning process, you are required to demonstrate 3 years full-time or equivalent post-qualification experience OR 6 years full-time or equivalent experience which can be either pre- or post-qualification

Fabricate, assemble, maintain and repair metal precision instruments.

Tasks

• Assembling parts and subassemblies of precision instruments, locks, timepieces and firearms
• Dismantling precision instruments, locks, timepieces and firearms, repairing and replacing defective parts, and reassembling articles using hand and power tools and specially designed machines
• Inscribing letters, figures and designs on surfaces of jewellery, trophies and other ornamental items
• Installing security systems, changing tumblers in locks, changing locks, cutting keys and opening locks by manipulation
• Calibrating precision instruments using standard weights and measures, jigs and fixtures, and hand tools to adjust and align parts and small balancing weights
• Making blades for circular, band and other power saws and repairing, setting and sharpening blades for hand and power saws
• Testing circuits in electronic timepieces
• May estimate costs and prepare quotes for repairs

Skill Level

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
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:
NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Registration or licensing may be required.

Occupations in this Group

• 323311 Engraver
• 323312 Gunsmith
• 323313 Locksmith
• 323314 Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer
• 323315 Saw Doctor
• 323316 Watch and Clock Maker and Repairer