Occupational

Levels and
their Functions

Fundamentals of Industry
Unskilled worker

– An unskilled worker is an employee who does not use

reasoning or intellectual abilities in their line of work.
These workers are typically found in positions that
involve manual labour such as packager, assembler, or
apprentice, or farm worker.
Unskilled worker

– Unskilled labour refers to employment in which employees are not

required to apply their skills, thinking, or intellectual talents in their
everyday work tasks. Unskilled labour often has no special
educational requirements for its employees, which means that most
individuals can undertake unskilled occupations. Unskilled labour
positions are critical to the success of organizations, and they make
up a sizable portion of the workforce today. Unskilled labour
occupations reward abilities such as operating machines, managing
repetitive activities, and executing processes.
Unskilled worker in construction
examples
– Examples of unskilled laborers include :
– wire pullers,
– demolition clean-up
– jobsite helpers
– Painters
Semi-skilled Worker

– A semi-skilled worker is not specialist or has advanced

training, semi-skilled employees have highly transferable
talents which imply they may utilize their abilities in many
different sectors and in different forms of employment.
Certain positions need recurring duties, strong
communication, and people skills. Examples of semi-trained
occupations include bartenders, waiters, drivers of taxis,
truck drivers, retailers
Semi-skilled worker

– A semi-skilled worker lacks specialized skills and

advanced training. However, the task performed by a
semi-skilled person may need 3 to 6 months of training.
Semi-skilled laborers typically have more than a high
school diploma but less than a college degree, certificate
or a few courses in a certain area. The majority of semi-
skilled employment do not need specialized schooling.
Semi-skilled worker in construction
examples
– Carpenters Aid
– Labours
– Mortar Mixer
– Painters
Skilled Worker

– A qualified employee is able to effectively

exercise a substantial independent
assessment and to fulfil his duties. He has to
have extensive and complete understanding
of the trade, craft or business he works in.
Skilled Worker

– Skilled labour is defined as employment that

necessitates certain training or abilities. Electricians,
administrative assistants, physicians, plumbers, and
others are examples of this sort of job. Skilled laborers
are classified as either blue-collar or white-collar. To
properly fulfil their job tasks, these professionals must
have a set of specific abilities.
Skilled Worker

– This implies they may have a diploma in their related

profession and have acquired the necessary skills and
training to pursue their job. Workers who conduct
skilled labour are usually paid more and have greater
job responsibilities than those who perform unskilled
labour as a result of this increased training.
These experts should have three sorts
of skills:
– 1. Fundamental skills: These abilities are regarded fundamental since they
provide as the base and support for other skills, training, operations and more.
– 2. Transferable skills: As a working professional, it is critical to have abilities that
can be applied to a variety of professions and settings.
– 3. Technical and vocational skills: The capacity to do certain activities is referred
to as practical skills.
Some of the advantages of a skilled
worker are as follows:
Skilled workers are a great asset to businesses. The advantages of a competent
workforce include the following:
– Increasing Productivity - Businesses may profit from increased specialization of
employees who have mastered the relevant abilities of a profession to a high
degree.
– Economies of Scale - A group of skilled workers with higher productivity may
assist a business in obtaining cost benefits per unit, therefore increasing
profitability.
Some of the advantages of a skilled
worker are as follows:
– Improved safety - Workers who are masters of their trade are less likely to make
significant or catastrophic mistakes that might result in injury to themselves or
other workers.
– Problem Solving - Skilled employees have the benefit of being able to repeat a
procedure several times. These employees have the capacity to identify errors
and solve issues, which may save the business time and money.
Skilled worker in construction
examples
– Masons
– Carpenters
– Steel Fitters
– Plumbers
– Plasterers
– Electricians
– HVAC Technicians
Technician supervisors

– Installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing

and repair by technicians are monitored by the
technical supervisors. For organizations in any
industry, from constructions to service-oriented
firms, technical supervisors are working, reporting
mostly to senior managers.
Technologist/ master craftsman

– Is the highest professional qualification in crafts and is a state-

approved grade. A master artisan is a generic term for someone
who is experienced and highly skilled in a particular profession.
You have attained the greatest level in your field, becoming a
master artisan. You need years of practice, ranging from trainee
to master, to obtain this title. Your tasks vary completely
depending on your skill and business, but usually you have a
part in management or supervision. Typical craftsmen are
welders, carpenters, and metalworkers.
 Professional
– Anyone who earns a living by performing a task that demands a
particular degree of knowledge, ability, or training is referred to
as a professional. Typically, there is a necessary standard of skill,
knowledge, or education that must be demonstrated (sometimes in
the form of an exam or credential), as well as adherence to codes
of conduct and ethical standards.
– Professional standards are a set of norms, ethics, and behaviours
that all members of a certain professional group must follow.
These criteria are typically agreed upon by a governing body that
represents the group's interests.
Here are some examples of professional standards:

 Accountability entails accepting responsibility for one's

actions.
 Confidentiality requires keeping all sensitive information
private and out of the hands of those who should not have
access to it.
 Fiduciary obligation means putting the needs of clients
ahead of one's own.
 Honesty involves constantly telling the truth.
Here are some examples of
professional standards
 Integrity is defined as having strong moral values.
 Law-abiding, abides by all governing laws in the jurisdictions
in which they conduct activity.
 Loyalty entails remaining dedicated to one's job.
 Objectivity is not being persuaded or influenced by prejudices.
 Transparency means disclosing all essential facts and not
hiding anything.