GLAZIER

ANZSCO 333111

 

Description

Measures, cuts, finishes, fits and installs flat glass and mirrors.

 

Skill Level

3

 

Specialisations

• Glass Beveller
• Glass Embosser
• Glass Etcher
• Glass Silverer

 

Occupation Lists

This occupation is on the following skills lists:

• Skilled Occupations List
• Consolidated Sponsored Occupations List
• Labour Market Testing Required for 457 List
• RSMS Occupations List

 

Group: 3331 Glaziers

 

Description

measure, cut, finish, fit and install flat glass and mirrors.

 

Tasks

• determining type and dimensions of glass required
• laying glass over patterns on padded tables and in jigs
• measuring and marking glass for cutting
• examining glass and marking defective areas
• cutting along patterns and templates
• breaking off sheets and excess glass with notched tools and glass pliers
• installing glass and mirrors in windows, skylights, display cases, interior walls and ceilings
• smoothing rough edges using belt sanders and smoothing wheels
• may coat, cut, etch, trim and treat glass to achieve special effects

 

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.

 

Occupations in this Group

333111 Glazier