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Desktop Publisher

January 31st 2007 01:35
Desktop publishers produce professionally designed and presented documents, according to specified design and presentation requirements, using desktop publishing software. By using computer software, a desktop publisher will combine printed material, numbers, pictures, and charts to prepare publications.

Editing, writing and correcting text is often part of the job. If necessary they make graphics to go with the text. If there are freehand sketches or prints to be added to published material, a desktop publisher is responsible for converting these pictures and drawings into digital pictures and then use them. They design page layouts and develop presentations. Some of the things desktop publishers develop include books, business cards, calendars, magazines, newsletters, and newspapers. Sometimes they will prepare material for the Internet. Desktop publishers may specialise in simple office documents or in graphically complex, multi-coloured publications.

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Cost Estimator

January 30th 2007 01:25
Cost estimators figure out how much a project or product will cost. They study information on all of the things that can change the cost of a project. This includes supplies, labor, location, and special equipment, like computer hardware and software. This information helps business owners and managers decide whether to build a structure or manufacture a product. If a business doesn't think it can make enough money, it will not do it. Cost estimators also find out which jobs are making a profit. The exact method of figuring out the cost varies, depending on the industry in which you work.


In the construction industry, a cost estimator would look at drawings and visit the site of the project. They determine the amount of materials and labour the firm will need. They also consider the costs of things like unused materials, delays due to bad weather, and shipping delays. They tell the architect, construction manager, or owner if they think the project will be profitable or not, and write their findings in a detailed report.
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Pharmacy Sales Assistant

January 29th 2007 01:00
A pharmacy sales assistant acts as a filter of information, asking customers questions about their requirements and passing them on to the pharmacist. They serve customers, perform other duties relating to the world of retail and sometimes assist the pharmacist in the administrative aspects involved in the dispensing of pharmaceutical products.

The pharmacy sales assistant acts as an intermediary between the customer and the pharmacist for all pharmacy related matters. For those trained to assist pharmacists in dispensary, this may include receiving the customer's prescription over the counter and confirming all the details before handing it to the pharmacist who prepares the order. Details such as Health Care card information, original or repeat prescriptions and patient personal details are confirmed with the customer. If they are a regular customer, their records are kept on file or on a computer database, which can be accessed and updated.
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Plumber

January 26th 2007 00:55
Plumbers and related workers install, maintain and repair pipe systems made from a range of materials to help rid us of pesky leaks and blocked drainage systems. This group of tradespersons comprises a number of specialised areas, including plumbers, gasfitters, roof plumbers, drainers, fire protection workers and irrigation installers.

All plumbers undertake the common tasks of drawing, interpreting and installing piping layouts, and the maintenance and repair of piping systems, although there are different levels of complexity across the specialisations.
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Interior Decorator

January 25th 2007 04:55
Interior decorators plan and implement decoration schemes in homes, hotels, office buildings, shops, restaurants, clubs and schools. Some of the duties and responsibilities of an interior decorator include interviewing clients in order to determine colour and style preferences, lifestyle needs and matching these to budgetary requirements. Their plans, samples, and cost estimates are then submitted to their clients for approval.

Designers also select colour schemes, lighting, furniture, floor coverings, curtains, paint, wallpaper and hardware products (eg curtain fittings) either with, or on behalf of, the client. They then supervise the purchase of materials, and co-ordinate their delivery, installation or arrangement. Interior decorators working in retail shops are also likely to be involved in direct selling.
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Stonemason - Banker

January 24th 2007 00:12
Banker masons are based mainly in workshops. They cut and shape stone using machine or hand tools; cut and polish granite and marble for use in construction (such as granite benchtops used in kitchen installations); design, cut and carve monumental masonry; cut lettering into stonework by marking out the letters and then cutting or chiselling them with hand-held tools or sandblasting equipment; repair and replace stonework on old buildings, churches and monuments.

In order to be a banker stonemason you need to have to following skills and ablities;
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Stonemason - Fixer

January 23rd 2007 00:03
Stonemasons prepare, cut, trim and fix stone and blocks for a variety of purposes including the repair and maintenance of historical buildings and monuments; the production of architectural features such as window frames, lintels, archways and ornamental garden pieces; cladding for new-build construction projects; and the creation of memorial headstones for the funeral sector. Stonemasons work with a range of materials such as sandstone, slate, marble and granite.

There are two main roles:
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Dog Groomer

January 22nd 2007 01:38
Dog groomers keep dogs’ coats in good condition. They also advise owners on their dog's coat care, grooming and diet. The work of a dog groomer will include some or all of the following tasks:

1. checking for any sore areas or lumps on the dog's skin, and for fleas or parasites
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Retail manager/supervisor

January 19th 2007 03:41
Retail managers and supervisors plan and coordinate the operations of retail outlets. Managers and supervisors in the retail industry can work at a number of levels, depending upon the business. They may have responsibility for a specific area, such as a department within a large store, store (for stores of all size) or regional, which encompasses the management of a regional base of stores either within a state or given geographical area. Retail managers work in shops such as boutiques, department stores and shopping malls. Retail managers usually work indoors, but some may also work in an outdoor environment such as a garden centre.

Retail managers may do some or all of the following tasks;
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Hotel Porter

January 18th 2007 03:22
Hotel porters look after guests' luggage, answer their enquiries and run errands. Hotel porters work in the hospitality industry and are also often called a; Concierge, Guest Service Agent, Room Service Clerk or Baggage Checker. As a hotel porter you may do some or all of the following tasks:

1) greet and show guests to their rooms
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Window Cleaner

January 17th 2007 00:23
Window cleaners clean windows and other glass surfaces on buildings. Some work at ground level using ladders to reach upper floor windows. Others work at heights, cleaning windows on high buildings and tower blocks. In this type of work they use power-operated work platforms (or 'cradles') which hang on cables from the building, or ropes and abseiling harnesses. Special training is needed to use these methods.

Window cleaners might also be asked to do other work at heights, such as clearing gutters, cleaning paintwork, painting exteriors and applying protective coatings. Self-employed cleaners have to find new customers, agree a price for each job, collect payments and complete accounts and tax returns.
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Telecommunications Engineer

January 16th 2007 00:09
Telecommunications engineers study, design, test and build telecommunications networks, such as cellphone and Internet-related hardware, for communication systems. Many telecommunications engineers work for major carriers as well as telecommunications and IT service providers. Telecommunications engineers usually work in offices and laboratories, and outside on sites supervising the installation of equipment or performing tests. Local travel is often required, and there may be some international travel for conferences and training courses. The work may be stressful, due to deadlines and the need to respond quickly to faults.

As a telecommunications engineer you will often find yourself, designing, providing and keeping telecommunications equipment and systems up to date, testing equipment for faults, repairing faulty equipment, making sure new equipment meets government regulations and building or testing prototypes of new equipment. Since the industry is technology based, things are constantly changing. Telecommunications engineers have to keep up with what businesses are doing and what their communication needs are, so it is typical to have ongoing training throughout the career.
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Shopfitter

January 15th 2007 00:45
Shopfitters make and install shopfronts and entrances, and fit out the interiors of shops and stores. They also construct and install exterior and interior fittings for other buildings such as banks, offices, restaurants and bars.

The work varies depending upon duties but can include:
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Baggage Handler

January 12th 2007 00:50
Airline services operators, commonly known as baggage handlers, transfer items between airport buildings and the aircraft. The range of duties that a baggage handler may be in charge of include;

Flight Service: This covers activities where a baggage handler may be required to load and unload food, drink, cutlery and other equipment for in-flight refreshment of passengers and crew. They are classified by Qantas and Virgin Blue as cabin attendants if performing these duties.
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Picture Framer

January 11th 2007 01:44
Picture framers cut and assemble frames to enclose paintings, photographs, tapestries, prints, certificates or other objects. The make frames of all types and sizes specifically for the object to be framed. Picture framers use a variety of tools including power tools, saws and pneumatic staplers and nailers. Specialist framers use the crafts of wood machining, wood finishing, French-polishing, cabinet-making, wood carving and gilding.

As a picture framer the type of tasks you may be involved in during a typical day include;
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Mining Engineer

January 10th 2007 01:57
In general, mining engineering is concerned with the safe, economic and environmentally responsible recovery, processing, marketing and financial management of mineral resources. In order to be able to undertake these tasks, mining engineers are required to have a broad education that incorporates aspects of many other disciplines. These disciplines include geology, civil and mechanical engineering, metallurgy, commerce, economics, management, law and information technology.

Mining is still one of the country’s leading wealth producers and mining engineers are needed not just in Australia but in many other parts of the world. Good mining engineers are always in demand. Many career opportunities exist in Australia and internationally. Typical areas of expertise include open-cut and underground hard-rock mining, mine management, drilling, blasting, planning and environmental planning.
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Gemmologist

January 9th 2007 01:41
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Gemmologists identify gemstones, ornamental materials, biological gem materials, and their synthetics (exact duplicates), imitations (look-alikes), and value-enhanced forms. They also evaluate the quality of any given stone or imitation. A gemmologist appreciates the desirable attributes that make gemstones — their beauty, rarity, and durability.Gemmology is the science of gemstones. It is a specialisation that requires the gemmologist to identify gemstones using his or her specialised knowledge and appropriate gem testing instruments.

Gemmologists must have a basic love for gemstones, an inquiring mind, a reasonable academic ability, common sense, dedication, patience, a good memory, and a meticulous attention to detail.
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Electrotechnology Assembler

January 8th 2007 00:34
Electrotechnology assemblers may specialise as switchboard builders, armature winders who wind or rewind coils on electrical motors and generators, or electrical instrument fitters who test, repair and maintain electrical measuring equipment used in industry.

As an electrotechnology assembler the type of tasks you will be required to complete include the installation of electrical and electronic control systems and the assembly of electrical and electronic components and appliances. An electrotechnology assembler must have good hand to eye co-ordination and be competent with manual tasks. The connection of electrical equipment to power supplies typically requires the manipulation of wires or cables and connection to terminals or connectors according to wiring diagrams. Furthermore, a sound knowledge of technical systems and the interpretation of electrical diagrams is necessary.
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Tourist Information Officer

January 5th 2007 00:19
It could be a coach load of Japanese tourists or a young family holidaying in one of Australia's top holiday destinations needing tourist information. Tourist information officers are our front line officers in all tourism matters. Working in tourist information centres around the nation, they are able to promote tourist attractions and provide information and reservation services for sightseeing, travel, accomodation and tours.

A tourist information officer (also known as visitor information services officer) helps holiday makers make the right accommodation and tour choices. Each day before the queues start growing and the questions come flying at the tourist information centres, tourist information officers are busy replenishing their supplies of brochures, pamphlets and visitor guide booklets, promoting various services and attractions in the area.
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E-Commerce Strategist

January 4th 2007 00:15
Each time you buy a book from Amazon.com or go online at an auction, you're participating in the ever expanding world of e-commerce. E-commerce is the broad business area that has emerged to encompass activities associated with doing business using the Internet and supporting information technology. The key role of an e-commerce strategist is to ensure that technology planning - in particular, e-commerce planning - is aligned with the broader business plans of an organisation.

An e-commerce strategist will often be involved in activities such as the development of an e-commerce strategy document, which outlines ways that the client might achieve the overall objectives of their Business Plan. The strategy may suggest ways of using the Internet to increase sales, for example.
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Judge

January 3rd 2007 00:04
When someone commits a crime, they need to be held accountable and, in the instance of a dispute, the matter needs to be brought to a conclusion. Applying their understanding of the law, judges decide or guide others to decide whether or not someone is guilty of a crime, or who is right or wrong in disputes. While all judges perform similar duties, the Court they preside over will determine the sort of cases they hear. In the District Court, cases involving serious criminal offences are heard. They may require a jury to decide on the verdict (guilty, or not guilty).

However, not all court cases require a jury. In a civil court, judges hear evidence from two different parties (the plaintiff/s and defendant/a). After hearing and considering all the evidence, the judge decides who is the successful party. The Family Court deals with issues of family law such as divorce, property settlements following a divorce, custodial and access rights to children as well as adoptions.
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Nanny

January 2nd 2007 01:18
There are many reasons why people employ them. The greatest demand comes from parents who are working full time, but sometimes those who need a break from parenting, or parents who are going away on business or holidays, engage a nanny who comes in to the home to look after the children. Whatever the reason, or whatever the age of the child, it's a nanny's responsibility to provide a high level of care to the children under their supervision.

Most nannies are employed to care for children under the age of six who need constant and total attention. Teenagers, on the other hand, may just need to be supervised, have their meals prepared, or need help with their homework.
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Diving Instructor

January 1st 2007 00:20
Diving instructors teach novice divers about the theoretical aspects of diving and the marine environment. They also supervise these and more experienced diving students during dives and conduct examinations to qualify students as divers. Their main goal is to produce competent and safe divers. These instructors are employed as either recreational or commercial diving instructors. The former work with people interested in diving for leisure reasons while the latter focuses on people who must dive for work.

These are:
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