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.

State nomination

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