ANZSCO 322311
Metal Fabricator
Marks off and fabricates structural steel and other metal stock to make, assemble or repair metal products, pipes and structures, such as boilers and pressure vessels.
Also known as: Boilermaker
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Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)Occupation lists
MLTSSL · CSOL
Visas for Metal Fabricator
Main tasks
- Studies blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine fabrication job requirements
- Measures and marks out the size, shape and location of cutouts and joints on metal stock
- Uses specialised tools to cut, bend or shape metal into the desired structure or product
- Joins metal sections together by welding, bolting and riveting
- Examines welds for width of bead, penetration and precision, and performs necessary repairs or reworks
- Cleans and smooths welds by filing, chiselling and grinding
- May program machinery or computer-aided fabrication tools to optimise the metal fabrication process
State nomination
7 state(s) nominate Metal Fabricator for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:
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