Heat Treater (NSW/ACT)
Education and Training:
You can work as a heat treater without formal qualifications. You will probably get some informal training on the job.
You can also become a heat treater through a traineeship in Engineering. Entry requirements may vary but employers usually require Year 10. Ask your career adviser about the possibility of starting some of this training in school.
Additional Information:
Once you are employed, you may be able to develop, and have recognised, additional skills under the Metal and Engineering Training Package that will expand your career opportunities within this industry.
Related Courses:
While the following courses are related to this occupation, they may not necessarily lead directly to employment, nor provide the most direct pathway to the occupation. Courses which provide preliminary or informal training, as well as those which provide additional job skills following initial qualifications may also be listed.
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There are no courses currently linked to this job for this state/territory. Please try another state/territory.
Employment Opportunities:
Heat treaters are employed mainly by foundries, steel pipe and tube manufacturers and firms that make iron and steel products. Employment opportunities also exist with contract heat treatment companies, hardware and automotive component manufacturers and aircraft component companies.
For Further Information:
Australian Industry Group
Heat Treatment Australia
(07) 3345 4944Manufacturing Skills Australia
Information for other states and territories:
www.zoomplus.aigroup.asn.au
info@heat.com.au