All ANZSCO codes from the Skilled Occupation List assessed by Engineers Australia
Find all the ANZSCO codes assessed by Engineers Australia (EA) here, and contact us for a free consultation if you need more guidance.
What is ANZSCO?
ANZSCO (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations) is a skill-based classification practised in Australia and New Zealand to categorise all occupationsIt is a hierarchical classification system that categorises occupations according to 1 of 8 major groups. These major groups are then further divided into smaller categories: sub-major groups, minor groups, and unit groups, leading to the specific occupation.
Each occupation in ANZSCO is defined by its primary tasks. Some of these ANZSCO have alternate titles as well as specialisations for the occupation. Each occupation is also assigned a skill level based on the complexity of the tasks undertaken in their occupation. There are 5 broad skill levels used to categorise the ANZSCO occupations.
Here’s a table indicating the skill levels attributed to the 8 major occupation groups in ANZSCO:
ANZSCO code for occupations assessed by
Australian Computer Society
Major group: 1 (Managers)
Sub-major group: 13 Specialist Managers Minor group :133 Construction, Distribution and Production Managers
Unit group: 1332 Engineering Managers
Major group: 2 (Professionals)Sub-major group: 23 Design, Engineering, Science and Transport Professionals Minor group: 233 Engineering Professionals
Unit group: 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers
Unit group: 2333 Electrical Engineers
Unit group: 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers
Unit group: 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals
Unit group: 2334 Electronics Engineers
Unit group: 2336 Mining Engineers
Major group: 2 - ProfessionalsSub-major group: 26 ICT Professionals Minor group : 263 ICT Network and Support Professionals
Unit group: 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals
Major group: 3 (Technicians and Trades Workers)
Sub-major group: 31 Engineering, ICT and Science Technicians
Minor group: :312 Building and Engineering Technicians
Unit group: 3122 Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians
Major group: 3 (Technicians and Trades Workers)
Sub-major group: 31 Engineering, ICT and Science Technicians
Minor group: :312 Building and Engineering Technicians
Unit group: 3123 Electrical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians
Major group: 3 Technicians and Trades Workers
Sub-major group: 31 Engineering, ICT and Science Technicians
Minor group: 313 ICT and Telecommunications Technicians
Unit group: 3132 Telecommunications Technical Specialists
Frequently
asked questions
Have a look at frequently asked questions.
Where can I find the ANZSCO codes and descriptions?
ANZSCO codes and descriptions of each occupation assessed by Engineers Australia can be found above. You can also find the complete set of ANZSCO, available on the websites of the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and Statistics New Zealand.
Why is the ANZSCO code important for visa applications?
ANZSCO code helps determine whether your occupation is eligible for specific visa subclasses. It helps immigration authorities assess your qualifications and work experience against the standardised criteria for your occupation. This ensures consistency and fairness in the evaluation process.
How can discrepancies between job duties and ANZSCO descriptions be addressed in a visa application?
To address such an issue, you need to provide an official reference letter from the employer with the detailed job description and evidence of your daily tasks. You can also attach additional documentation such as payslips, employment contracts, and annual performance evaluation reports.
Are there specific ANZSCO occupations that are more likely to be approved for immigration?
ANZSCO occupations listed in Australia's Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and even Skilled Occupation List (SOL) are in high demand and are more likely to be approved for immigration.
What is MLTSSL and STSOL?
The Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) are lists used by the Australian government to manage skilled migration.
How are MLTSSL and STSOL different?
The MLTSSL include occupations that are crucial for Australia's future workforce needs, often leading to permanent residency(PR) options while STSOL lists occupations that address immediate, shorter-term labour shortages, typically tied to temporary visa pathways.