Skill set Outline
Information current as of
12/09/2026 9:07 AM AWST
12/09/2026 9:07 AM AWST
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Diving Attendant Skill Set
Diving Attendant Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
DEFSS00033
DEFSS00033
State Code
AF232
AF232
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
27/03/2024
Current Release Date
27/03/2024
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
15/04/2024
Nominal Hours
0
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 27/03/2024 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set applies to diving attendants, timekeepers or recorders, and standby divers, who work as attendants at diving operations under the direct supervision of a Work Diver or Dive Supervisor.
Defence members who hold this skill set will be able to support diving operations on Navy ships and fleet units to provide operational capability to meet Defence mission and capability requirements.
Defence members who hold this skill set will be able to support diving operations on Navy ships and fleet units to provide operational capability to meet Defence mission and capability requirements.
Pathway Information
This skill set is part of the DEF Defence Training Package.
The skill set can be a standalone outcome or the units may contribute to the achievement of relevant qualifications.
The skill set can be a standalone outcome or the units may contribute to the achievement of relevant qualifications.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set applies to Defence personnel required to attend at a diving operation under supervision in a Defence environment.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
The DEFSS00033 Diving Attendant Skill Set meets the industry requirements for diving attendants to support diving operations under the direct supervision of a Work Diver or Dive Supervisor.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEF50 | DEFWDV018 | Act as a standby diver | 0 | Unit of competency |
| OEF41 | DEFWDV039 | Support self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA) diving operations from the surface | 0 | Unit of competency |
