Occupation: 221213 - External Auditor

Designs and operates information and reporting systems, procedures and controls to meet external financial reporting requirements. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. In the case of Corporate Treasurers and Company Secretaries, at least 5 years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• arranging, giving notice of and attending meetings of directors and shareholders
• advising organisations' governing boards on matters concerning compliance with stock exchange listing rules, relevant legislation and corporation practice
• supervising organisations' share capital by preparing documents and share issues, and handling share transfers
• controlling treasury and treasury systems and establishing and reviewing risk management objectives and treasury policies
• identifying, managing and reporting on financial risks
• assisting with equity management , debt management, securities and taxation planning issues
• collecting, analysing and interpreting information on the financial standing, cost structures and trading effectiveness of organisations
• devising, re-organising and establishing budgetary cost control and other accountint systems such as computer-based systems
• conducting audits and investigations and preparing financial statements and reports for management, shareholders, and governing and statutory bodies
• evaluating the cost of effectiveness and risks of operational processes, activities, policies and systems
• reporting to management on the existence and effectiveness of the system of internal controls
• establishing audit objectives, and designing and implementing audit methodologies, processes and audit report criteria.

Occupation: 224112 - Mathematician

Develops and applies mathematical principles and techniques to solve problems in all areas of the sciences, engineering, technology, social sciences, business, industry and commerce.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

• defining, analysing and solving complex financial and business problems relating to areas such as insurance premiums, annuities, superannuation funds, pensions and dividends
• examining financial projections for general insurance companies, finance companies, government and other organisations
• designing new types of policies, assessing risks and analysing investments in life insurance, superannuation funds, health insurance, friendly societies, financial market and other areas
• formulating mathematical models to simulate processes
• applying models to experimental observations, and adjusting and recasting the models
• using numerical analysis methods to develop algorithms and perform computations
• liaising with management and clients to determine the subject or area to be surveyed or examined
• specifying the data to be collected, and the methodology to be used in collection and analysis
• evaluating and describing the reliability and utility of source information
• analysing and interpreting data, and producing relevant statistics to describe and infer particular trends and patterns

Specialisation:
Operations Research Analyst

Occupation: 133211 - Engineering Manager

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the engineering and technical operations of an organisation.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least 5 years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instance relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• determining, implementing and monitoring engineering strategies, policies and plans
• interpreting plans, drawings and specifications, and providing advice on engineering methods and procedures to achieve construction and production requirements
• establishing project schedules and budgets
• ensuring conformity with specifications and plans, and with laws, regulations and safety standards
• ensuring engineering standards of quality, cost, safety, timeliness and performance are observed
• overseeing maintenance requirements to optimise efficiency
• liaising with marketing, research and manufacturing managers regarding engineering aspects of new construction to research and development projects
• may contribute to research and development projects

Occupation: 135111 - Chief Information Officer

(Chief Technology Officer)

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the ICT strategies, plans and operations of an organisation to ensure the ICT infrastructure supports the organisation's overall operations and priorities

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• analysing information needs and specifying technology to meet those needs
• formulating and directing information and communication technology (ICT) stragegies, policies and plans
• directing the selection and installation of ICT resource and the provision of user training
• directing ICT operations and setting priorities between system developments, maintenance and operations
• overseeing the security of ICT systems

Occupation: 211213 - Music (Instrumental)

(Instrumentalist)

Entertains by playing one or more musical instruments. This occupation requires high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is to have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least 5 years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. Some occupations in this unit group require high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• creating melodic, harmonic and rhythmic structures to express ideas and emotions in musical form
• translating ideas and concepts into standard musical signs and symbols for reproduction and performance
• undertaking research and liaising with clients when composing musical backing for television commercials, popular recordings, and radio, television and film productions
• auditioning and selecting musicians and Singers
• selecting music for performances and assigning instrumental parts to musicians
• directing musical groups at rehearsals and performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance, rhythm and tempo
• studying and rehearsing repertoire and musical scores prior to performances
• playing music in recital, as an accompanist, or as a member of an orchestra, band or other musical group, from score and by memory
• performing music and songs according to interpretation, direction and style of presentation, using highly developed aural skills to reproduce music

Specialisations:
Drummer
Guitarist
Pianist
Violinist

Occupation: 212315 - Program Director (Television or Radio)

Compiles and directs programs for television or radio.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is to have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least 5 years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. Some occupations in this unit group require high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• studying scripts and scenarios to determine theme and setting
• assessing locations and staging requirements for productions in association with specialist designers
• overseeing creative aspects of film, television, radio and stage productions
• determining lighting, film, shutter angles, filter factors, camera distance, depth of field and focus, angles of view and other variables to achieve desired mood and effect
• viewing film and video tape to evaluate and select scenes and determine which scenes need to be re-shot
• planning and organising the preparation and presentation of programs
• supervising the positioning of scenery, props and lighting and sound equipment
• assessing technical requirements of productions by studying scripts and discussing program content, set locations and stage directions with production team
• creating, planning, writing scripts for, recording, videotaping and editing programs

Occupation: 221214 - Internal Auditor

(Audit Officer)

Examines, verifies, evaluates and reports on financial, operational and managerial processes, systems and outcomes to ensure financial and operational integrity and compliance, and assists in business process reviews, risk assessments, developing deliverables and reporting progress against outcomes. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. In the case of Corporate Treasurers and Company Secretaries, at least 5 years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• arranging, giving notice of and attending meetings of directors and shareholders
• advising organisations' governing boards on matters concerning compliance with stock exchange listing rules, relevant legislation and corporation practice
• supervising organisations' share capital by preparing documents and share issues, and handling share transfers
• controlling treasury and treasury systems and establishing and reviewing risk management objectives and treasury policies
• identifying, managing and reporting on financial risks
• assisting with equity management , debt management, securities and taxation planning issues
• collecting, analysing and interpreting information on the financial standing, cost structures and trading effectiveness of organisations
• devising, re-organising and establishing budgetary cost control and other accountint systems such as computer-based systems
• conducting audits and investigations and preparing financial statements and reports for management, shareholders, and governing and statutory bodies
• evaluating the cost of effectiveness and risks of operational processes, activities, policies and systems
• reporting to management on the existence and effectiveness of the system of internal controls
• establishing audit objectives, and designing and implementing audit methodologies, processes and audit report criteria.

Occupation: 224113 - Statistician

Designs and applies statistical principles and techniques for collecting, organising and interpreting quantifiable data, and uses statistical methodologies to produce statistical reports and analyses for government, commercial and other purposes.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

• defining, analysing and solving complex financial and business problems relating to areas such as insurance premiums, annuities, superannuation funds, pensions and dividends
• examining financial projections for general insurance companies, finance companies, government and other organisations
• designing new types of policies, assessing risks and analysing investments in life insurance, superannuation funds, health insurance, friendly societies, financial market and other areas
• formulating mathematical models to simulate processes
• applying models to experimental observations, and adjusting and recasting the models
• using numerical analysis methods to develop algorithms and perform computations
• liaising with management and clients to determine the subject or area to be surveyed or examined
• specifying the data to be collected, and the methodology to be used in collection and analysis
• evaluating and describing the reliability and utility of source information
• analysing and interpreting data, and producing relevant statistics to describe and infer particular trends and patterns

Specialisations:
Biometrician
Demographer
Epidemiologist

Occupation: 133311 - Importer or Exporter

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the operations of an importing or exporting establishment.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

• identifying local and overseas business opportunities
• developing and implementing business plans, and marketing, operating, human resource, pricing and credit policies and procedures
• determining the mix of products and services to be provided and negotiating conditions of trade
• liaising with local and overseas suppliers and distributors about orders and products
• researching regulatory and statutory requirements affecting the importing, exporting, wholesaling and distribution of goods
• monitoring business performance and preparing estimates, financial statements and reports of operations
• appointing agents and distributors
• arranging agents and distributors
• arranging the shipping of goods into and out of the country
• overseeing the display and sale of merchandise and preparation of product information for customer service staff and customers
• implementing after-sales service procedures

225212 ICT BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Identifies and generates new ICT business opportunities to further improve market share and awareness by gaining an understanding of customers' ICT needs and promoting goods and services to these customers. May manage some key customer accounts.

Tasks Include:
compiling lists of prospective client businesses using trade directories and other sources
acquiring and updating knowledge of employer's and competitors' goods and services, and market conditions
visiting regular and prospective client businesses to establish and act on selling opportunities
assessing customers' needs and explaining the goods and services which meet their needs
promoting employers' ICT goods and services to existing and prospective clients
quoting and negotiating prices and credit terms, and completing contracts and recording orders
arranging delivery of goods, installation of equipment and the provision of services
reporting to sales management on sales made and the marketability of ICT goods and services
following up with clients to ensure satisfaction with ICT goods and services purchased, arranging modifications and resolving any problems arising
preparing sales reports, and maintaining and submitting records of business expenses incurred

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).