OSCA 399133: Power Generation Plant Operator
Operates, controls, maintains and monitors machines and associated plant equipment used to generate electrical power, including power generated from renewable energy such as solar, wind power and hydropower. This record sits in Chemical, Gas, Petroleum and Power Generation Plant Technicians. Related ANZSIC industry links are included for faster classification cross-checking. Skill level 3 is attached to this occupation record.
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Official ANZSCO correspondence
Role overview
Operates, controls, maintains and monitors machines and associated plant equipment used to generate electrical power, including power generated from renewable energy such as solar, wind power and hydropower.
Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.
Occupation facts
- Skill level
- 3
- Major group
- 3 Technicians and Trades Workers
- Sub-major group
- 39 Other Technicians and Trades Workers
- Minor group
- 399 Miscellaneous Technicians and Trades Workers
- Unit group
- 3991 Chemical, Gas, Petroleum and Power Generation Plant Technicians
Tasks
- Operates, controls and monitors machines and plant equipment used to generate electrical power, including power generated from renewable energy
- Adjusts controls to regulate the flow of fuel, air and water to maintain specified temperature, pressure and water levels
- Starts and stops generators, turbines and auxiliary equipment
- Monitors and records readings from meters, gauges and instruments
- Inspects and maintains equipment, and identifies and reports any faults or malfunctions
- Responds to alarms and emergencies, taking appropriate action to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the plant
- Monitors and controls the quality of power generated, ensuring it meets specified standards
- Coordinates activities and resolves issues in collaboration with other plant operators and maintenance staff
- Keeps records of plant operations, including production levels, maintenance activities and equipment performance
Skill level guidance
Skill level helps place the occupation inside the ABS hierarchy. Use it as a classification cue, then check the actual task list and occupational context before making a decision for HR, visa or reporting work.
How to use this occupation page
Start with the official OSCA title and task list. Then confirm the parent unit group and compare the related occupations on this page if the job title is broad, overlapping or used differently across employers.
The ANZSIC links are there to help when the same occupation appears across several industries and you need the business-side classification as well.
Related occupations
Industry context
Alternative titles
- Power Plant Operator
- Power Station Operator
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Compare OSCA 399133 with related occupations
Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.
| Comparison point | Current code399133 Power Generation Plant Operator | 399131 Chemical Plant Operator | 399132 Gas or Petroleum Production Technician |
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| Official role definition | Operates, controls, maintains and monitors machines and associated plant equipment used to generate electrical power, including power generated from renewable energy such as solar, wind power and hydropower. | Controls the operation of chemical production plant. | Monitors and controls equipment to pump oil and gas from wellheads, and refine and process petroleum products. |
| Skill level | Skill Level 3 | Skill Level 3 | Skill Level 3 |
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Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.
Compliance risk score
4 of 4 factors passing
In this section
Frequently asked questions
What does OSCA 399133 do?
Power Generation Plant Operator is the current ABS occupation record used to describe a specific occupation. It sits in the OSCA hierarchy and carries skill-level context plus related titles and tasks.
How should I read the skill level?
The skill level tells you the educational or training depth that the ABS associates with the occupation. It is a classification signal, not a salary band or a qualification checklist on its own.
Why is industry context shown on an occupation page?
Industry context helps when the title is common or ambiguous. It shows where the occupation is typically employed so you can compare it with the right ANZSIC family.
Source and trust
- Official source
- ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
- Last reviewed
- 2026-04-17
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