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Sheet Metal Worker fabricates, assembles, installs, and repairs products made from sheet metals such as steel, aluminium, copper, and other alloys. They work across a range of applications including building systems, vehicles, aircraft, boilers, and decorative or ornamental items, performing tasks such as cutting, bending, shaping, joining, and finishing metal components to meet design specifications and ensure structural integrity. The role also involves preparing and marking metal, inspecting and restoring damaged panels, and maintaining the quality and functionality of metal products in construction, manufacturing, and transport industries.

Tasks

Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.

Cut, shape, and assemble sheet metal components using hand tools, power tools, or machinery.

Join metal parts through welding, soldering, brazing, riveting, or other appropriate methods.

Fabricate, repair, and maintain household utensils, boilers, tanks, vats, decorative items, or industrial and vehicle components.

Install and repair sheet metal parts in vehicles, aircraft, or industrial equipment.

Apply surface finishes, fillers, polishing, or protective coatings as required.

Operate and maintain machinery, including computer numerical control machines, press brakes, and boring or shaping equipment.

Inspect and test completed work to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with safety standards.

Collaborate with engineers, designers, or clients to produce custom or specialised metalwork.

Plan, organise, and document fabrication, repair, and maintenance activities.

Skills

Basic

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and design specifications.

Attention to detail and precision in measurements, fabrication, and assembly.

Physical stamina, manual dexterity, and hand-eye coordination for sustained manual work.

Problem-solving skills, including basic calculations and ability to assess and repair metal components.

Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and machinery for metalworking and repairs.

Specific

Ability to perform quality control inspections and troubleshooting fabrication or machining issues.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, engineering plans, and schematics.

Competency in pipe welding, soldering, and structural repairs.

Experience with computer numerical control machines, metalworking machinery, and computer-aided design and manufacturing software.

Experience with panel beating, dent removal, and aircraft or vehicle body repair.

Expertise in marking out, measuring, and aligning metal components accurately.

Knowledge of metal properties, sheet metal fabrication processes, and finishing techniques.

Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations in metalworking, fabrication, and aviation workshops.

Proficiency in welding techniques, including metal inert gas, tungsten inert gas, shielded metal arc welding, and brazing.

Additional Info

QUALIFICATION

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or Equivalent

Related Courses

Claimable Course

e-Latih Online Course

Madani TVET Course

Minor Unit Group

7213-01

Sheet Metal Worker

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