Chemical Plant Operator
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 3
- Major group
- Technicians and Trades Workers
Classification
- Major group
- 3Technicians and Trades Workers
- Sub-major group
- 39Other Technicians and Trades Workers
Description
Controls the operation of chemical production plant.
Alternative titles
- Chemical Plant Technician
- Process Operator (Chemical)
- Process Technician (Chemical)
Specialisations
- Paint Maker
Unit group
3991 · Chemical, Gas, Petroleum and Power Generation Plant TechniciansDescription
Control the operation of chemical production equipment, pump gas and oil from wellheads, refine and process petroleum products, and operate machines and associated plant to generate electrical power.
Skill level
Occupation skill level 3
Australia
3
Tasks
Tasks include
- Monitors and controls the operation of chemical production plant
- Adjusts equipment and controls to maintain specified operating conditions and product quality within chemical processing plants
- Inspects and tests samples of raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards
- Performs routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and machinery
- Records and maintains production data and reports any deviations or issues
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/3/39/399/3991
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx
The supplied migration lists use ANZSCO codes, not OSCA codes.