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Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Although working as an Assembler does not necessarily require a person to have specific qualifications, this may depend on the industry in which one desires to work in. There are industries in which an MQF Level 2 or higher in related areas are required to perform the job. For specific industries, training programmes may include:
• Advanced Diploma in Manufacturing (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
• Advanced Diploma in Joinery, Furniture Design and Manufacturing (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, including Jobsplus, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
On-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
Knowledge and skills
Assemblers are expected to have:
• The ability to use and maintain equipment,
systems and machines in a fast-paced
environment
• The ability to use a variety of hand or power
tools
• The ability to understand diagrams and
drawings
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures • Specific vision abilities including close vision,
peripheral vision and depth perception (where applicable)
Transferable skills should include:
• Written and verbal communication skills in Maltese and/or English
• The ability to follow instructions
• Numeracy skills
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Time management skills and the ability to
work under pressure and adhere to tight
deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
Additional qualities
These may include:
• Arm-hand steadiness • Attention to detail
• Efficiency
• Hand-eye coordination • Manual dexterity
• Precision
• The ability to concentrate for extended
periods of time on repetitive tasks
• The ability to stand for long periods of time
Related career opportunities
• Hand Packer
• Machine Operator
• Machine Tool Setter and Setter Operator
• Printing Machine Operator
• Quality Controller
Number of employees (2017)
3,232
Share of foreigners (2017)
10%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+4%
Median Pay (per annum)
€13,800
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