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Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
Knowledge and skills
Blacksmiths and Forging Press Workers are expected to have:
• Practical and technical skills related to blacksmithing and welding
• Knowledge of the properties of metals and alloys used, including wrought iron and steel
• Knowledge of metal casting
• The ability to use and maintain hand and
power tools
• The ability to interpret technical drawings
• Business and financial skills (in case of
self-employment)
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Written and verbal communication skills in Maltese and/or English
• The ability to follow instructions
• Numeracy skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Time management skills
• The ability to work under pressure and meet
deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
• Negotiation skills (where applicable)
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A cautious attitude
• A practical orientation
• Accuracy
• Alertness
• Arm-hand steadiness
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Physical strength and stamina
Related career opportunities
• Aluminium Worker
• Sheet-Metal Worker
• Steel Worker
• Structural Metal Preparer and Erector for
Building Construction
• Welder and Flamecutter
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