Fitter (General) ANZSCO Code 323211

A fitter, sometimes called a general fitter, is a skilled craftsman who assembles, installs, fixes and maintains structures, machines, and other items. In this position, you will interpret technical drawings and blueprints, measure and label materials, and use various tools and equipment to cut, shape, and fit pieces according to exact specifications. Fitters maintain and repair mechanical plants and equipment to operational standards using tools, machinery, equipment, and engineering processes.

Occupation Descriptions

As a fitter, your role is crucial in maintaining mechanical plants and equipment to operational standards. You will be employing tools, machinery, equipment, and engineering techniques to ensure the smooth functioning of our operations.

Their job involves:

Recognizing deteriorated or broken mechanical parts and apparatus.
Restoring machinery and worn-out mechanical parts.
Replacement equipment and mechanical parts that are damaged or worn out.
Carrying out adjustments.

Fitters may also:

Carry out machining tasks.
Upkeep of pneumatic and hydraulic systems and their parts.
Carry out welding tasks.

How will I be assessed?

Stage 1

Documentary Evidence Assessment

We will examine your documentation to make sure it satisfies the training and employment criteria and proves you have the required expertise, experience, and knowledge to work as a fitter.

Download the Evidence guide to find out what evidence you should provide with your application.
You must also locate information on assessments for your particular occupation if you are on Pathway 1.
Video guide
Observation report
Please refer to the Pathway 1 Employment Experience Guidelines for details regarding the employment experience criteria for a Pathway 1 application.
Please read the Pathway 2 Candidate Guide if you are applying for a Pathway 2 examination.

Stage 2

Technical Assessment

After passing Stage 1, you’ll need to finish a technical evaluation.

For additional details about the technical assessment, refer to the Pathway 1 Technical Assessment Guide and the Pathway 2 Candidate Guide.

What skills and knowledge do I need?

This position requires the MEM30219 Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade qualification. You must prove proficient in the following competency units to receive this certification. Each competency unit defines a subset of the knowledge and abilities required in Australian businesses.

You must achieve 28 units of competency:

12 core units
16 elective units

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	Carry out mechanical cutting
MEM12006	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*

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You have to show that you are proficient in all of the required units as well as all of the core and elective competency units.

NOTE: denotes the presence of a prerequisite for a unit.

How to Apply

If you work as a tradesperson, someone who has experience in your field and is familiar with your qualifications will evaluate your skills and knowledge. As Australia’s top trade assessment organization, VETASSES can evaluate 27 distinct trade occupations.

Step 1

Verify if you are qualified to apply for a Trade Skills Evaluation.

Step 2

Recognize the Evaluation Procedure

Step 3

Verify the kind of proof that you could be required to submit.

Step 4

Find out how much your trade skills assessment will cost upfront.

Step 5

Apply now.