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OSCA 731999Updated 2026-01-29
Machine OperatorsNEC
National shortage level: Low
ANZSCO 711999OSCA 731999
Snapshot
Median pay: AUD 78k
Weekly earnings: AUD 1490
Salary range: AUD 70k-AUD 85k
Job ads trend: Not listed
Time to hire: Varies
Visa pathways: Check eligibility
State distribution
26.2%
QLD
26.1%
VIC
23.7%
NSW
Education mix
26.9%
year 12
24.3%
certificate iii/ iv
19.4%
year 10 and below
Role overview
Machine Operators (not covered elsewhere) includes jobs like Amusement Ride Operator, Asbestos Remover, Brush Maker, Film Cutter, Pressurised Container Filler, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Pilot, and Venetian Blind Machine Operator.
What you do
- • Prepares machines for operation by selecting and installing attachments and components for specialised functions.
- • Sets and operates controls used to regulate processing operations.
- • Starts machines and monitors operation to detect faults and ensure effectiveness of operation.
Core skills
Credentials & pathway
- Recommended level: year 12 (26.9%)
Recent job ads
No ads listed yet.
Tasks
- • Prepares machines for operation by selecting and installing attachments and components for specialised functions.
- • Sets and operates controls used to regulate processing operations.
- • Starts machines and monitors operation to detect faults and ensure effectiveness of operation.
Earnings
Weekly median: AUD 1490
Annual median: AUD 78k
Range: AUD 70k-AUD 85k