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What this job is
An optical mechanic assembles, aligns, and tests optical instruments and components such as lenses, mirrors, prisms, and laser systems in manufacturing or laboratory settings. They work with precision optical equipment, measuring instruments, and specialised machinery to produce components that meet strict optical and dimensional specifications. The role requires knowledge of optical principles, materials science, and mechanical assembly techniques to ensure optical performance and quality standards.
Pay
A$2,036 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Attention to Detailcore
- Basic Arithmetic and Numerical Accuracycore
- Continuous Learning and Upskillingcore
- Health Terminology Literacycore
- Inventory Trackingcore
- Policy and Procedure Adherencecore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Quality Assurance and Checkingcore
- Record Managementcore
- Regulatory and Legislative Awarenesscore
- Team Collaborationcore
- Time Management and Prioritisationcore
- Verbal Communicationcore
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Adjust glass sheets
- Adjust measuring machines
- Ceramics glazes
- Customer Needs Assessment
- Data Entry and Accuracy
- HICAPS and Medicare Claiming Systems
- Process Improvement Identification
- Workload Self-Management
- Written Communication