ANZSCO 711716Updated 2026-01-29

Yarn Carding and Spinning Machine Operator

National shortage level: Low

Snapshot

Median pay: AUD 53k

Weekly earnings: AUD 1010

Salary range: AUD 47k-AUD 58k

Job ads trend: Not listed

Time to hire: Varies

Visa pathways: Check eligibility

State distribution

47.9%

NSW

28.4%

QLD

19.5%

VIC

Education mix

28.8%

certificate iii/ iv

20.5%

year 10 and below

18.1%

year 12

Role overview

Yarn Carding and Spinning Machine Operators operate machines to convert raw textile fibres into continuous untwisted and twisted strands of yarn, for use in clothing, carpets, curtains and other fabrics.

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: certificate iii/ iv (28.8%)

Recent job ads

No ads listed yet.

Tasks

• Examines finished products for defects and variations, reports faults in machines, and carries out quality control procedures.
• Positions and feeds machines with fibre packages.
• Prepares machines for operation by selecting and installing attachments and components for specialised functions.

Earnings

Weekly median: AUD 1010

Annual median: AUD 53k

Range: AUD 47k-AUD 58k