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Metal Fitters and Machinists

Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation

Metal Fitters and Machinists fit and assemble fabricated metal parts into products, set up machining tools, production machines and textile machines, and operate machining tools and machines to shape metal stock and castings.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
2%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
30%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong

The skills that Metal Fitters and Machinists need

Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
  • Teamwork
  • Initiative and innovation
  • Oral communication

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Where are people currently employed?

Region

South Australia - South East

Employed

1326

1 Year Change

1%

5 Year Change

-5%

Region

South Australia - Outback

Employed

901

1 Year Change

0%

5 Year Change

12%

Region

Barossa - Yorke - Mid North

Employed

828

1 Year Change

-3%

5 Year Change

40%

Region

Adelaide - West

Employed

623

1 Year Change

1%

5 Year Change

20%

Region

Adelaide - South

Employed

1449

1 Year Change

0%

5 Year Change

87%

Region

Adelaide - North

Employed

1966

1 Year Change

8%

5 Year Change

44%

Region

Adelaide - Central and Hills

Employed

571

1 Year Change

3%

5 Year Change

33%

Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia