Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

BUILDING AND ENGINEERING TECHNICIANS perform tests and provide technical support to Construction Managers, Architects and Engineering Professionals in research, design, construction, operation and maintenance of equipment, distribution systems and installations, and resource estimation and site inspection.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this minor group 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:
NZQF 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.

Tasks Include:

preparing, interpreting, inspecting and revising drawings, plans, diagrams, designs, maps and charts;
performing complex computations and field and laboratory tests, and recording the results;
installing, testing, repairing and modifying electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment;
estimating quantities and costs of materials;
inspecting buildings, plumbing work, machines, equipment, working conditions and public places to ensure compliance with relevant laws, standards and regulations;
planning, scheduling, coordinating and monitoring maintenance of plant equipment;
testing materials;
overseeing the safety of mining operations and supervising Miners.

Occupations in this minor group are classified into the following unit groups:

3121 Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians
3122 Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians
3123 Electrical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians
3124 Electronic Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians
3125 Mechanical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians
3126 Safety Inspectors
3129 Other Building and Engineering Technicians