MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

ANZSCO 312512 - Registered Migration Australia

Description

A mechanical engineering technician conducts tests of mechanical systems, collects and analyses data, and assembles and installs mechanical assemblies in support of Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists. In Australia a mechanical engineering technician is a Skill Level 2 occupation.

 

 

Specialisations

 

• Boiler Testing Technician
• Hydraulic Controls Technician
• Mechanical Laboratory Technician
• Pipe Testing Technician

 

 

Mechanical Engineering Technician Occupation Lists
This occupation is on the following skill list:

 

• Combined Skilled Occupations List (STSOL MLTSSL)
• RSMS Occupations List (RSMSL)
• Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)

 

This occupation is not on the following skills list:

 

• Medium Long Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)
• Labour Market Testing Required for 457 List (LMTL)

 

 

Group: 3125 Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson and Technicians

 

 

 

 

 

Job Description - Registered Migration Australia

 

A mechanical engineering technician assists in mechanical engineering research, design, manufacture, construction, operation and maintenance of machines, manufacturing equipment, mechanical installations and facilities.

 

Tasks

• preparing drawings, plans and designs for mechanical engineering work under the direction of Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists
• assisting Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists in the design of mechanical equipment and plant
• selecting tools and equipment
• assembling and installing new and modified mechanical assemblies, components, machine tools and controls, and hydraulic power systems
• estimating material costs and quantities, and machine requirements
• performing and directing field and laboratory tests
• collecting and analysing data, carrying out complex computations and preparing diagrams
• organising and supervising inspection and maintenance of machines and plant
• ensuring that designs and finished work are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions

 

 

Skill Level

Most occupations in the mechanical engineering technician unit group (Group 3125) have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. 

In Australia: 
AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) 

In New Zealand: 
NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) 

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 within the Mechanical Engineering Technician Group

 

• 312511 Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson
• 312512 Mechanical Engineering Technician

 

Note: Whilst a similar occupation may appear in the same mechanical engineering group if not listed in either the STSOL or MLTSSL the ANZSCO description should be used for reference purposes only.

 

English Requirement

 

• IELTS result with a minimum score of 6 (L, R, W), 7 in speaking and 7 overall;
• OET result with a minimum grade B in all sections;
• TOEFL iBT with a minimum score (L:12 R:13 W:21 S:23 overall L93);
• PTE Academic with a minimum score of 50 (L, R, W), 65 in speaking and 65 overall

Exceptions

• Australian Graduate exceptions apply in some states/territories
• Priority Skilled Lists may apply a specific requirement in some states/territories
• Countries exempt from submitting IELTS or OET include the UK; Canada; New Zealand; US; and Ireland

 

Where mandatory licensing or registration is required you must demonstrate a level of English either sufficient to meet licensing / registration or a minimum IELTS, or equivalent, whichever is higher.

 

• Information regarding the International English Testing System (IELTS)

 

Assessment Authority

 

• Mechanical Engineering Technician is currently assessed with TRA (Trades Recognition Australia); more info regarding assessment bodies.

 

Visa Caveat

 

• The following caveats apply to the Subclass 457 visa and ENS (Subclass 186) Direct Entry Stream application:

   

  Caveat 16:

  The position relates to mobile phone repairs.

 

Please contact us if you would like assistance with your Mechanical Engineering Technician visa application. Registered Migration Australia is a licensed migration company. We are proudly 100% Australian owned and operated.