323211: Fitter (General)

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ANZSCO Identity

ANZSCO code

323211

Skill level

Level 3

Unit group

3232

Metal Fitters and Machinists

Skills assessor

TRA

ANZSCO 323211 identifies Fitter (General) as a Skill Level 3 occupation in the Metal Fitters and Machinists unit group (3232), classified under Automotive and Engineering Trades Workers. Fits and assembles metal parts and subassemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment. Diesel Mechanics and Plant Mechanics repairing light automotive vehicles and mobile plant are excluded from this occupation. Common specialisations include Diesel Fitter-Mechanic, Fitter-Machinist, Fitter-Mechanic. The designated skills assessing authority for this occupation is Trades Recognition Australia (TRA).

Migration snapshot

Labour marketFitter (General) is in shortage in Australia. The primary shortage driver is a long training gap — the training pathway is long and shortages persist even with increased training.

Visa pathways13 pathways are available for this occupation, including employer sponsored and General Skilled Migration options.

Occupation listsListed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), influencing which skilled migration visas it is eligible for.

AgreementsAccessible via the On-hire Industry Labour Agreement (ILA) and a Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA).

Workforce snapshot

Based on ABS data, workers in the Metal Fitters and Machinists unit group earn an average of $2,487 per week — above the national average of $1,436 per week. Female workers average $2,382 per week and male workers average $2,492 per week. The average age of workers in this group is 40.5 years, broadly in line with the national workforce average of 41 years.

Avg. weekly earnings

$2,487

↑ 73% above national avg

Female avg.

$2,382

↑ 66% above national avg

Male avg.

$2,492

↑ 74% above national avg

Average age

40.5 yrs

≈ national avg (41 yrs)

Bar scale to $3,000/wk · Marker line = $1,436 national average

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