ANZSCO 323312
Gunsmith
Modifies, services and repairs rifles, revolvers, other firearms, ammunition and protective gear, and conducts preventive maintenance of weapons used by defence, law enforcement and other organisations.
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Main tasks
- Inspects, tests, maintains and repairs firearms, ammunition and protective gear to ensure proper functioning and compliance with licensing and safety regulations
- Modifies, alters and calibrates rifles, revolvers and other firearms for optimisation
- Performs preventive maintenance tasks including cleaning and lubricating weapons to ensure proper functioning of weapons and armour
- Carries out destruction of obsolete firearms and other controlled items
- Maintains detailed records of equipment maintenance, repairs and inspections
- May oversee the storage, distribution and inventory of ammunition
Specialisations
Armourer
Registration & licensing
Registration or licensing is required.
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