You tend to be a hands-on, action-oriented, and practical person. You like to be busy; doing,and making things. A few examples of jobs in this category are: Driver, Gardener, Electrician, and Fire and Emergency Worker.
Job information adapted with permission from Australian Bureau of Statistics and Stats New Zealand: 122.0 ANZCO v.1.3 (2013). Additional job information from Australian Jobs 2019 and O*Net OnLine
Freight and furniture handlers load and unload trucks, containers and rail cars. They might also transfer cargo between ships and other transport and storage facilities.
Vehicle painters prepare surfaces of vehicles, match and mix colours, and apply paint.
Structural Steel Construction Workers assemble rigging gear to move and position equipment and structural components, erect scaffolding, position and secure steel reinforcing in concrete forms, and erect and dismantle structural steel frames.
Cafe and Restaurant Managers organise and control the operations of cafes,restaurants and related establishments to provide dining and catering services.
Air Traffic Controllers ensure the safe and efficient movement of aircrafts in controlled airspace and aerodromes by directing aircraft movements.
Police protect and preserve property, public order and safety through the enforcement of laws.
Electrical Engineering Draftspeople assist in electrical engineering research, design, manufacturing and operation of equipment and distribution systems.
Sound technicians operate audio equipment to record, enhance, mix and amplify sound in support of television, radio, film or video productions, or stage performances
Airplane Pilots fly aircrafts to transport passengers, mail and freight, or to provide aerial surveillance or other aviation services.
Bar Attendants prepare, mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for customers in licensed establishments.
Concreters pour, spread, smooth and finish concrete for structures, such as floors, stairs, ramps, footpaths and bridges.
Electricians assemble, install, test and maintain electrical networks and equipment.
Carpenters and Joiners construct, install and repair fixtures made of wood, plywood, and other similar materials.
Gardeners plant, cultivate, maintain and construct parks, gardens and other natural landscapes.
Kitchenhands assist kitchen and service staff in preparing and serving food. They also help to tidy up food preparation and service areas.
Plumbers install, maintain and repair pipes, drains, guttering and related equipment for water supply, gas, drainage, sewerage, heating, cooling and ventilation systems.
Motor Mechanics repair, maintain and test motor vehicle and other internal combustion engines and related mechanical components.
Safety Inspectors inspect machines, equipment, working conditions and public places to ensure compliance with government and industry standards and regulations, in relation to occupational health and safety.
Structural Steel Construction Workers assemble rigging gear to move and position equipment and structural components, erect scaffolding, position and secure steel reinforcing in concrete forms, and erect and dismantle structural steel frames.
Medical Imaging Professionals operate X-ray and other imaging equipment for diagnostic and treatment purposes, under the direction of Radiologists and other Medical Practitioners.
Vehicle painters prepare surfaces of vehicles, match and mix colours, and apply paint.
ICT Support Technicians provide support for the maintenance of computer infrastructure and web technology, and the diagnosis and resolution of technical problems.
Bricklayers and Stonemasons work with bricks and other types of building materials to create and repair different structures. They cut and shape stone slabs for the construction and renovation of masonry.
Waiters serve food and beverages in hotels, restaurants, clubs and dining establishments.
Baristas prepare and serve espresso coffee and other hot beverages to patrons in cafes, coffee shops and dining establishments.
Landscape Architects plans and designs land areas for projects such as open space networks, parks, schools, institutions, roads, external areas for all building types, land subdivisions, and commercial, industrial and residential sites.
Dental Practitioners diagnose and treat dental disease, restore normal oral function using a range of treatments, such as surgery and other techniques, and advise on oral health.
Airplane Pilots fly aircrafts to transport passengers, mail and freight, or to provide aerial surveillance or other aviation services.
Software and Applications Programmers design, develop,test, maintain and document program code in accordance with user requirements and system and technical specifications.
Agricultural and Forestry Scientists advise farmers, rural industries and governments about different aspects of farming, techniques for increasing productivity, and plans for the management of forest areas.
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