Die Sinker and Engraver

OFO No: 652206

Other name for Die Sinker:

• Die Sinker and Engraver

What is a Die Sinker?

A Die Sinker works with metal. They use special equipment and hand tools to make or create a specific hole or shape in steel blocks. The ‘holes’ or cavities are used as moulds for plastic manufacturing, coin making, or die casting.

Die Sinking can also be seen as ‘engraving’ – by placing text or logos into metal, word, or other materials.

What does a Die Sinker do?

• sources various metal sheets
• marks off and cuts metal using specialised equipment
• files edges
• sinks numbers and text if needed
• uses hammers and chisels
• creates ‘holes’ or cavities to order

Are you . . . ?

• good with your hands?
• interested in working in metal?
• accurate?
• a person with good sight?
• observant?
• safety conscious?

How do I become a Die Sinker?

PATH 1

• Apprenticeship
• Trade Test

PATH 2

• Learnership
• Trade Test

PATH 3

• RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) for Artisans: CLICK HERE
• If you have already been working a long time as a Die Sinker without qualifications, you may be able to get your qualification through RPL
• Trade Test

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Armature Winder … or … Diesel Mechanic

Is becoming a Die Sinker the right career choice for me?