Metal engineering process worker

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Metal engineering process worker

Metal trades assistants work in the metal or engineering fields, providing support to tradespeople, such as boilermakers, fitters or metal moulders. They perform a range of routine tasks such as positioning and holding metal so work can be carried out, assembling and dismantling products, and transporting tools and materials around workshops and storage areas. They may also carry out basic cutting, pressing, shaping or welding duties.

Working conditions

Metal trades assistants work in the manufacturing, construction and mining industries. They can work all over the state, from construction sites in the centre of Perth, to remote mine sites in the Pilbara or Eastern Goldfields regions. They often work in enclosed workshops, which can be hot and noisy. A number of metal trades assistants also work outdoors, in all weather conditions. It is a physical occupation, requiring a great deal of lifting and standing.

Tools and technologies

Metal trades assistants use metal working machinery, including cutters, power hammers, presses, welders and a range of hand tools. Because the work can often be dangerous, they must also wear appropriate safety equipment, which may include overalls, steel capped boots, safety glasses and protective ear wear, some sites may also require hard hats.

Education and training

It is possible to work as a metal engineering process worker without any formal qualifications and get training on the job. However, entry into this occupation may be improved by obtaining a qualification in engineering or a related area.

The Certificate II in Engineering is offered at TAFE colleges and other registered training organisations throughout Western Australia. Browse courses through Jobs and Skills WA and search on the My Skills website to find a registered provider near you.

You can also undertake an engineering – production (level 2) or aluminum windows and frames manufacturing (level 2) traineeship. The traineeships usually take 12 months to complete and are available as school-based traineeships.

Australia. Browse courses through Jobs and Skills WA and search on the My Skills website to find a registered provider near you.

You can also undertake an engineering – production (level 2) or aluminum windows and frames manufacturing (level 2) traineeship. The traineeships usually take 12 months to complete and are available as school-based traineeships.

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Apprenticeships and traineeships

As an apprentice or trainee, you are employed and get paid while you complete training towards a nationally recognised qualification. You'll do a combination of on the job training - gaining hands on skills, knowledge and experience - and structured training with a registered training provider such as TAFE. 

You can do an apprenticeship or traineeship if you are a school leaver, re-entering the workforce or as an adult or mature aged person wishing to change careers. You can even begin your apprenticeship or traineeship while you're still at school.

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