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Diving Instructor (Open Water)

OSCA 462432·ANZSCO 452311

Employed

530

Part-time share

48%

Female share

36.3%

Median age

33 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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About this career

Trains and instructs recreational or commercial open water divers in diving techniques, safety and the correct use of diving equipment.

What they typically do

  • Trains and instructs open water diving students on diving techniques, safety procedures and the proper use of diving equipment
  • Demonstrates and explains diving skills and techniques to students
  • Provides guidance and supervision to students during open water dives
  • Assesses, evaluates and provides feedback on students' diving skills
  • Conducts briefings and debriefings with students before and after dives
  • Ensures compliance with safety standards and regulations during diving activities
  • Maintains and inspects diving equipment to ensure its proper functioning and safety

Where they work

Transport, Postal and Warehousing

States and territories

Share of workers by location

QLD
48.7%
NSW
18.3%
WA
16.4%
VIC
8.8%
SA
3.1%
TAS
2.9%
NT
0%
ACT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Diving Instructor (Open Water).

No qualification pathways published on training.gov.au yet.