OSCA 243233 ANZSCO 233299

Rail Engineer

Design, plan and oversee the construction and maintenance of rail infrastructure including tracks, stations, bridges, tunnels and associated systems for passenger and freight networks. OSCA 243233 is a newly classified occupation; previously categorised under Civil Engineering Professionals nec (ANZSCO 233299).

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	243233
ANZSCO Code	233299
Skill Level	Level Level 1
Assessing Authority	Engineers Australia
Assessment Type	CDR Required
Discipline Group	243 Engineering Professionals

Main Tasks

Designing rail track alignments, gradients, curves and switch configurations
Planning and overseeing rail infrastructure construction and upgrade projects
Ensuring rail systems comply with Australian safety standards and regulations
Coordinating with civil, structural and electrical engineers on integrated rail projects
Assessing track conditions and recommending maintenance or renewal programs
Analysing train loading and dynamic performance on rail structures
Liaising with transport authorities and operators on network capacity planning

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.

About Rail Engineer

Rail Engineers design, construct and maintain railway infrastructure including tracks, bridges, tunnels, stations and depots. They assess alignment and gradient requirements, manage track geometry and maintenance programmes, oversee civil and structural works, and ensure rail networks operate safely and reliably for both passenger and freight services.

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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