SSOC 2024 unit
Manufacturing Verified · 21 Mar 202431153
Machining/Tooling technician
Machining/Tooling technician sets up and operates precision machines, carries out maintenance, services, and repairs of all process equipment, such as pumps, blowers and fans, lubricant systems, major machines, compressors, hydraulic systems, etc. He/she also designs and administers a range of computerised or mechanical machines to fabricate jigs, fixtures and precision machine parts and works closely with engineers and machine operators to make sure that the tools created are performing up to requirements. He/she adheres to strict precision guidelines and usually plays an important part in the planning and implementation of the manufacturing process of the tool.
Level
unit
Mapped ISCO
1
Source
SingStat
Official data
| Official name | Singapore Standard Industrial Classification (SSOC 2024) |
| Issuing authority | Department of Statistics Singapore (SingStat / DOS) |
| Tax authority | Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) (IRAS) |
| Purpose | Classifies occupations in Singapore for labour statistics, workforce planning, and international reporting. |
| Active version | SSOC 2024 (21 Mar 2024) |
| Hierarchy level | Unit (final leaf, 5-digit) |
| Source | https://www.singstat.gov.sg/standards/standards-and-classifications/ssic |
| Prior versions | SSIC 2020, SSIC 2015 |
Definition
Machining/Tooling technician sets up and operates precision machines, carries out maintenance, services, and repairs of all process equipment, such as pumps, blowers and fans, lubricant systems, major machines, compressors, hydraulic systems, etc. He/she also designs and administers a range of computerised or mechanical machines to fabricate jigs, fixtures and precision machine parts and works closely with engineers and machine operators to make sure that the tools created are performing up to requirements. He/she adheres to strict precision guidelines and usually plays an important part in the planning and implementation of the manufacturing process of the tool.
Tasks
No tasks listed.
Examples
Under this unit
• Machine building specialist • Mould designer • Semi-conductor tooling specialist • Tool designer
Elsewhere
• Industrial machinery/tools engineer, see 21442 • Agricultural machinery fitter, see 72390 • Industrial machinery mechanic, see 72390 • Machinery mechanic, see 72390
When you need this code
Job classification
Employers use SSOC for workforce reporting and MOM surveys.
Labour statistics
SingStat collects occupation data for labour force reports.
Immigration
Work pass applications may reference SSOC for skills evaluation.
International reporting
Maps to ISCO-08 for ILOSTAT and cross-country comparisons.
Hierarchy
Correspondence tables
SSOC 2020
- 31153 — Machining/Tooling technician
ISCO-08
- 3115 — Mechanical engineering technicians
Compliance risk score
Compliance risk score
Low friction
5 of 6 factors low-risk
- ✅ Verified source ≤90d
- ✅ ISIC mapping available
- ✅ SSIC 2020 migration mapped
- ✅ Full hierarchy chain
- ✅ GST registration applicable
- ⚠️ Factory registration?
Step-by-step guide
1. Confirm occupation
Machining/Tooling technician sets up and operates precision machines, carries out maintenance, services, and repairs of all process equipment, such as pumps, blowers and fans, lubricant systems, major machines, compressors, hydraulic systems, etc. He/she also designs and administers a range of computerised or mechanical machines to fabricate jigs, fixtures and precision machine parts and works closely with engineers and machine operators to make sure that the tools created are performing up to requirements. He/she adheres to strict precision guidelines and usually plays an important part in the planning and implementation of the manufacturing process of the tool.
2. Check classification
Verify this SSOC unit matches the actual job scope and tasks performed by the worker.
3. Report via employer
Employers report SSOC codes in MOM surveys and workforce statistics submissions.
4. Stay updated
SSOC revisions occur periodically. Check SingStat for the current version before classification projects.
Applicable taxes & forms
Personal income tax
Rate: Progressive 0% – 24% progressive
Employers file IR8A for employees. Self-employed file Form B/B1 via myTax Portal annually.
CPF contributions
Employer contributions apply for Singaporean / PR employees. Self-employed contribute to MediSave.
Applicable filings
Form C
myTax Portal · Annual (by 30 Nov for paper, 15 Dec e-file)
Full corporate income tax return for companies. Requires audited/unaudited financial statements.
Form C-S
myTax Portal · Annual (by 15 Dec)
Simplified return for companies with revenue ≤ SGD 5M and deriving income taxed at prevailing corporate rate.
Form C-S (Lite)
myTax Portal · Annual (by 15 Dec)
Simplest return for companies with revenue ≤ SGD 200K.
Form F5
myTax Portal · Quarterly
GST return. GST-registered businesses must file within 1 month of quarter end.
Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI)
myTax Portal · Within 3 months of FYE
Compulsory for all companies. IRAS issues Notice of Assessment based on ECI.
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Related codes
Major group
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Frequently asked questions
About this SSOC unit and the Manufacturing occupational cluster
What NEA environmental permits are needed?
Manufacturing facilities with emissions, effluents, or hazardous substances need permits from the National Environment Agency (NEA), including air emission and trade effluent licences.
Are there fire safety requirements for manufacturing premises?
SCDF fire safety requirements apply, including fire certificate requirements for certain types and sizes of industrial premises.
What product safety standards apply to manufactured goods?
Enterprise Singapore and specific regulators set product safety standards. Consumer goods may be subject to Consumer Protection (Consumer Goods Safety Requirements) Regulations.
Do I need a factory registration from MOM?
Factories using machinery or employing a certain threshold of workers may require registration with the Ministry of Manpower under the Workplace Safety and Health Act.
What is SSIC and why does it matter?
The Singapore Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC) is the national system for categorising business activities. It is mandatory at ACRA registration and is used by IRAS, MOM, and other government agencies for tax, licensing, statistical, and policy purposes.
Do I need to register with this SSIC code?
Every business entity registered with ACRA must select at least one SSIC code that best describes its principal economic activity. You can declare up to two codes — one primary and one secondary — via BizFile+.
Official sources
What to do next
Data source: Department of Statistics Singapore (SingStat / DOS) (https://www.singstat.gov.sg/standards/standards-and-classifications/ssic). Occupation data mirrored from SSOC 2024 workbooks. Not the authoritative source.
Last refresh: 21 Mar 2024. Version: SSOC 2024.