Diver

Description

Swims underwater to undertake tasks such as seafood gathering, research, salvage and construction.

Description

This unit group covers Technicians and Trades Workers not elsewhere classified. It includes Boat Builders and Repairers, Divers, Fire Protection Equipment Technicians, Gas Network Technicians, Optical Mechanics, Plastics Technicians, Railway Network Controllers and Shipwrights.

Tasks include

• Plans and prepares for diving operations, including assessing risks and determining appropriate equipment and techniques
• Inspects and maintains diving equipment
• Enters water and swims underwater to perform tasks such as seafood gathering, research, salvage and construction
• Uses tools and equipment underwater to complete tasks
• Monitors and records data and observations during underwater tasks
• Follows safety procedures and protocols to ensure personal safety and the safety of others