Tool and Die Making Careers

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“"Look no further, because I’m the person who can get the job done! I’m at my best when using my hands to fix or build things, it comes naturally to me and I enjoy it! I’m a practical person and I can’t imagine myself sitting at a desk and staring at a screen all day. Getting down and dirty, whether it’s maintenance, building a house or installing a pipe, is my kind of thing – I didn’t choose the tradie life, the tradie life chose me! Funnel-web spiders are experts at building and constructing things, they've got it sorted out."”

“I am curious and love to construct things. If you wanted the tallest and strongest tower made of spaghetti and marshmallows, ask me, I love a challenge! I like to understand the theories that sit behind the design and creativity of things and how they are made. When I think about my skills and the type of work I’d like to get into, it would definitely be something that blends maths, science and engineering and art. Chimpanzees are great at creative problem solving with others, and I dig that!”

Overview

Tool and Die Makers make and repair tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and other precision parts and equipment to fine tolerances for machine tools and other production machinery.

Job Titles

mdi-briefcase-variant Tool and Die Maker

Job Tasks

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

studying drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of articles to be manufactured and models to be constructed
measuring and marking out metal stock and castings using various gauges
shaping metal and wood stock using machine tools
checking accuracy of manufactured articles and finished patterns to fine tolerances using precision measuring instruments
testing and modifying manufactured articles
applying protective finishes to patterns and painting pattern sections to indicate method of assembly
assembling pattern sections and shaping work pieces to specified finish
pouring and spreading materials into moulds and over models of patterns and building laminations of fibreglass cloth and plastic resin to fabricate patterns
repairing broken and damaged patterns and correcting patterns to compensate for defects in casting
constructing templates for layout and inspection

Training & Qualifications

vocational education & training (VET)

Certificate III in Engineering - Toolmaking Trade

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Industry

This career often appears in the following industry. Trades & Services

If you’re a hands on sort of person who likes getting stuck into tasks involving the use of tools and machinery to create new things or you like to work on projects that bring technical concept drawings to life then a career in the Manufacturing industry could be right up your alley.

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Training & Qualifications

Vocational education & training (VET)

Certificate III in Engineering - Toolmaking Trade

More about VET

Industry

Trades & Services

If you’re a hands on sort of person who likes getting stuck into tasks involving the use of tools and machinery to create new things, or you like to work on projects that bring technical concept drawings to life, then a career in the Manufacturing industry could be right up your alley.Careers in Manufacturing are available in a variety of industries such as: aerospace, furnishing, laboratory operations, metal fitting, engineering and boating, process manufacturing, mineral products, plastics, rubber, recreational vehicles and textiles, clothing and footwear. Structural Steel and Welding Trades workers, and Metal Fitters and Machinists are the trades most in demand in Manufacturing at present. There are thousands of Manufacturing businesses in Australia, employing almost one million people. New developments in sustainable Manufacturing aim to produce goods in an environmentally friendly and sustainable way while at the same time maintaining, if not improving productivity. This makes it a very interesting time to join this sector.This industry also covers professions such as Garden and Nursery Labourers, Jewellers, Florists, Beauty Therapists, Hairdressers and more! All these types of career paths offer Apprenticeships and Traineeships (together with school-based options), VET and university pathways.

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Tool and Die Maker

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Overview

Job Titles

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Training & Qualifications

vocational education & training (VET)

Industry

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Training & Qualifications

Vocational education & training (VET)

Industry

Trades & Services

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