Construction Trades Workers
Sub-Major Group
ANZSCO CODE - 33

Most occupations in this sub-major 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:

• NZQF 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.

• studying drawings and plans, and estimating quantities of materials required
• laying bricks and blocks, spreading mortar between joints, and removing excess mortar
• erecting frameworks, roof frames, roofs and walls
• laying flooring, carpets and tiles
• painting and wallpapering surfaces
• applying plaster and cement coatings to walls
• building and installing fittings
• making and installing glass products
• installing plumbing and drainage systems, guttering and other rainwater systems
• installing gas appliances and airconditioning piping and ducting