OSCA 243232
ANZSCO 233212
Geotechnical Engineer
Investigate and assess ground conditions, soil and rock properties for civil and structural engineering projects. Provide expert advice on foundations, retaining structures, tunnelling, earthworks and slope stability for safe and economical design.
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 | 243232 |
| ANZSCO Code | 233212 |
| Skill Level | Level Level 1 |
| Assessing Authority | Engineers Australia |
| Assessment Type | CDR Required |
| Discipline Group | 243 Engineering Professionals |
Main Tasks
- Conducting field investigations including borehole drilling, test pitting and in-situ testing
- Analysing soil and rock samples in laboratory and field conditions
- Assessing bearing capacity, settlement and stability of proposed foundations
- Designing retaining walls, ground anchors and slope stabilisation measures
- Providing geotechnical advice for tunnelling, dam and embankment construction
- Monitoring ground movement and structural performance during and after construction
- Preparing geotechnical reports, recommendations and risk assessments
English Language Requirements
| IELTS | Overall 6, Speaking 7 |
| OET | Grade B all sections |
| PTE Academic | Overall 65, Speaking 65 |
| TOEFL iBT | Overall 93, Speaking 23 |
Minimum scores required for Engineers Australia CDR assessment. All band scores or sub-scores must meet the minimum.
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