Upholsterer
- 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
Makes, rebuilds and repairs upholstered articles such as chairs, sofas, beds and mattresses.
Specialisations
- Furniture Upholsterer
- Mattress Maker
Unit group
3994 · Textile, Clothing and Footwear Trades WorkersDescription
Prepare patterns and materials to fabricate and repair garments, shoes, furniture coverings and other fabric, leather and canvas goods.
Skill level
Australia
3
Occupation skill level 3
Tasks
Tasks include
- Assesses items to determine the nature of upholstery required
- Consults clients regarding upholstery preferences and provides estimates of costs
- Repairs or replaces damaged upholstery
- Fits upholstery to new items of furniture
- Operates tools and equipment for upholstery work
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/3/39/399/3994
- 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.