Fitter (General)

ANZSCO Code: 323211

Fitters utilize tools, machinery, equipment, and engineering methods to uphold and fix mechanical plants and equipment to meet operational standards.

Occupation description

Fitters employ tools, machinery, equipment, and engineering methods to uphold and repair mechanical plants and equipment to meet operational standards.

Their duties include:

Identifying worn or faulty mechanical components and equipment.
Repairing worn or faulty mechanical components and equipment.
Replacing worn or faulty mechanical components and equipment.
Conducting modifications as needed.

Fitters may also:

perform machining operations.
maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and their components.
perform welding operations.

How will I be assessed?

Stage 1

Documentary Evidence Assessment

We’ll examine your documentary evidence to ensure it meets the employment and training criteria, demonstrating that you possess the essential skills, knowledge, and experience required as a Fitter.

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You can access details about the employment, training, and documentation requirements below:

Download the Evidence guide to learn about the evidence needed for your application.
If you’re in Pathway 1, you also need information on assessment for your specific occupation, including the Video guide and Observation report. Refer to the Pathway 1 Employment Experience Guidelines for employment experience requirements.
If you’re applying for a Pathway 2 assessment, please read the Pathway 2 Candidate Guide for instructions.

What skills and knowledge do I need?

The relevant qualification for this occupation is MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade. To attain this qualification, you must demonstrate your skills and knowledge in the units of competency listed below. Each unit of competency outlines a selection of knowledge and skills necessary in Australian workplaces.

You need to achieve a total of 28 units of competency, comprising:

12 core units
16 elective units

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Core Units

Safety, communication and quality in engineering
MEM13015	Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006	Organise and communicate information*
MEM14006	Plan work activities*
MEM11011	Undertake manual handling*
MSMENV272	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MEM16008	Interact with computing technology*
MEM17003	Assist in the provision of on-the-job training*
MEM12024	Perform computations*
MEM12023	Perform engineering measurements*
Engineering tools
MEM18001	Use hand tools*
MEM18002	Use power tools/hand held operations*
MEM09002	Interpret technical drawing*

Elective Units

Precision measurements
MEM12003	Perform precision mechanical measurement*
MEM18003	Use tools for precision work*
MEM05005	Mark off/out (general engineering)*
MEM18055	Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components*
MEM13003	Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials*
MEM18010	Perform equipment condition monitoring and recording*
Machining
MEM07005	Perform general machining*
MEM07006	Perform lathe operations*
Technical skills
MEM18006	Perform precision fitting of engineering components*
MEM18005	Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings*
MEM18007	Maintain and repair mechanical drives and mechanical transmission assemblies*
MEM18009	Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components*
MEM10006	Install machine/plant*
MEM18018	Maintain pneumatic system components*
MEM18020	Maintain hydraulic system components*

You must show proficiency in all core and elective units of competency, as well as all of their prerequisite units.

NOTE: * — indicates that a unit requires prerequisite/s.

How to Apply

If you’re a tradesperson, your skills and experience will be evaluated by someone who has worked in your trade and comprehends your skills and qualifications. VETASSESS is Australia’s primary assessment body for trades, and we can assess 27 different trade occupations.

Step 1

Check your eligibility to apply for a Trade Skills Assessment.

Step 2

Understand the Assessment Process

Step 3

Confirm the type of evidence you may be asked to provide

Step 4

Find the cost you’ll need to pay up front for your trade skills assessment

Step 5

Apply now.