OSCA 243231 ANZSCO 233211

Civil Engineer

Design, plan, organise and oversee the construction of civil engineering projects such as dams, bridges, pipelines, roads, airports and drainage systems. Assessing authority is Engineers Australia and a CDR is required for migration skills assessment.

Note on codes: OSCA 2024 (released December 2024) replaced ANZSCO in Australia. Both codes are listed as Engineers Australia continues referencing the ANZSCO number during the transition period. Source: ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0

Occupation Details

OSCA Code	243231
ANZSCO Code	233211
Skill Level	Level 1
Assessing Authority	Engineers Australia
Assessment Type	CDR Required
Discipline Group	Civil Engineering

Main Tasks

Designing civil engineering projects including roads, bridges, drainage systems and hydraulic structures
Preparing project plans, cost estimates and specifications for construction works
Overseeing and managing construction contractors and project timelines
Conducting site inspections and ensuring work meets engineering standards
Analysing survey reports, maps and other data to plan projects
Collaborating with architects, urban planners and other engineers
Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards
Managing project budgets and reporting to clients and stakeholders

English Language Requirements

IELTS	Overall 6.0, no band below 6.0
OET	B in all components
PTE Academic	Overall 50, no band below 50
TOEFL iBT	Overall 64, no band below 4 Writing, 4 Speaking, 14 Reading, 10 Listening

Minimum scores required for Engineers Australia CDR assessment. All band scores or sub-scores must meet the minimum.

About Civil Engineer

Civil Engineers design, plan and oversee the construction of major infrastructure including roads, bridges, tunnels, dams, drainage systems and airports. They analyse project requirements, prepare detailed designs and cost estimates, manage contractors, and ensure all work meets engineering standards and safety regulations.

Visa Eligibility

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This occupation appears on the relevant skilled occupation list, making holders eligible for subclass 189, 190, and/or 491 visas (subject to visa requirements and state nomination).

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