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A Saw Technician performs maintenance and repairs on saws and sawmilling equipment. You may fix faulty equipment and replace parts or components when needed. Saw Technicians carry out scheduled servicing and ensure machinery is operating safely and effectively.
Saw Technicians should have strong technical abilities and be able to adapt their skills to suit a range of circumstances. You’ll need to be safety focused and have excellent attention to detail. Saw Technicians should have good teamwork skills and be able to communicate well in a work environment.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Saw Technician.
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Learn how to sharpen and align industrial saw blades and equipment with the FWP31021 Certificate III in Saw Technology. This nationally recognised certificate qualifies you for work as a saw technician at Australian sawmills and timber processing plants. The course covers: assessing and maintaining a range of saw technologies and tools, sharpening and positioning blades in chippers and canters, adjusting the level and tension of saw blades, replacing tungsten tips, developing knowledge of timber properties and sawmilling equipment. Enquire now for entry requirements, sawmilling career competencies, and upcoming enrolment opportunities in your area..
Average duration: 6 months.
In Australia, a full time Saw Technician generally earns $1,150 per week ($59,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been a drop in employment numbers in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 1,400 people working in this area in Australia and many of them specialise as a Saw Technician. Saw Technicians may find work in regions of Australia where timber processing facilities are located.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate III in Saw Technology is an ideal qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Saw Technician. This course will give you the skills to inspect, maintain and align saw blades, guides and knives using in sawmilling operations. You’ll cover a range of topics including using and maintaining saw technology tools, sharpening and positioning blades, levelling and tensioning saw blades and replacing tungsten tips.
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Here are some potential career pathways within timber and wood processing. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Timber and Wood Processing
Paper Mill Worker
$960 weekly pay
Sawyer
Timber Dispatch Coordinator
Timber Salesperson
Timber Yard Worker
Woodchipper
Paper Mill Operator
$1,250 weekly pay
Production Supervisor (Timber Systems)
$1,150 weekly pay
Saw Doctor
Saw Technician
Timber Systems Designer
$1,340 weekly pay
Wood Processing Machine Operator
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