Transfers a source text from one language into another, usually within an extended time frame to allow for corrections and modifications and without the presence of the participants requiring the translation.
Previously referred to in ASCO as:
2529-15 Translator
Translators convert written documents from one language to another while
maintaining the precise meaning of the original text.
How much can I expect to earn?
Full-time employed Translator earn an average of $1353 per week. The [average
annual salary for this job is $70356 excluding super.]
Personal requirements
excellent command of written English
fluency or ability to learn at least one other language
understanding of different cultures
able to work accurately and objectively
initiative and research skills
able to maintain confidentiality
broad general knowledge.
This job also involves:
Mainly indoor work
Workers performing these jobs would usually be expected to spend more than
three-quarters of their day indoors, in an office, factory or other enclosed
area protected from the weather.
Reading or writing
These jobs require moderate or better reading and writing skills. Workers may
be expected to prepare, understand or act on written materials, such as
letters or reports. People may wish to avoid these jobs if their reading or
writing English skills are limited to a small range of words or phrases and
symbols. Jobs remaining may still require very basic reading or writing
skills.
Sitting for long periods
The main duties and tasks involved in these jobs are usually performed sitting
down at a desk, counter, workbench or other location for periods of at least
two hours at a stretch.
This occupation offers jobs at the following skill levels:
Professional Jobs
Jobs in this group usually require completion of a recognised Bachelor Degree,
or extensive relevant experience. Some jobs also require post-graduate study,
such as a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Master Degree.
Study requirements
At school, you can study these subject(s) to get a good foundation for this
occupation:
English
School subjects that include some aspect of English provide a useful
background to these jobs. In some cases an English-related subject is a pre-
requisite for entry to courses that provide the training for the job.
Languages
School subjects that include some aspect of LANGUAGE provide a useful
background to these jobs. In some cases a language-related subject is a pre-
requisite for entry to courses that provide the training for the job.
Duties and tasks of a Translator
Translators may perform the following tasks:
study original texts and transcripts of recorded spoken material to understand the subject matter
translate the meaning and feeling of written material in the appropriate register and style
translate a wide range of written material, including business letters, application forms, legal texts, novels and detailed scientific articles
make sure that phraseology and terminology in legal, technical and scientific texts are accurately translated
supply subtitles for films and television programmes
revise translations done by others.
Specialisations
Translators usually specialise in two or more languages. They may also
specialise in a particular field of work such as commerce, law, health,
science, technology or literature.