ANZSCO Code: 133211 (Engineering Manager)

Engineering Manager plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the engineering and technical operations of an organisation.

Engineering Manager Skill Assessment Authority:

Engineers Australia/IML

Skill Level

1

Unit Group: 1332 Engineering Managers

Plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the engineering and technical operations of organisations.

Skill Level

Most occupations under this unit group are skill level 1 occupation and a relevant bachelor's degree or higher can equate to this skill level. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Other Occupations in this Unit Group

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Tasks

  • Determining, implementing and monitoring engineering strategies, policies and plans
  • Interpreting plans, drawings and specifications, and providing advice on engineering methods and procedures to achieve construction and production requirements
  • Establishing project schedules and budgets
  • Ensuring conformity with specifications and plans, and with laws, regulations and safety standards
  • Ensuring engineering standards of quality, cost, safety, timeliness and performance are observed
  • Overseeing maintenance requirements to optimise efficiency
  • Liaising with marketing, research and manufacturing managers regarding engineering aspects of new construction and product design
  • May contribute to research and development projects

Years of experience

Applicants must meet certain employment requirements depending on their educational background and the occupation being assessed.

Applicant Holds a Relevant
Bachelor's or Master's Degree

f an applicant holds a Bachelor's or Master's degree that is highly relevant to the occupation being assessed and comparable to an equivalent AQF qualification, the applicant must demonstrate employment experience:

  • in an engineering-related role for at least three years; plus
  • in the role as Engineering Manager for at least two years

Applicant Holds a Relevant
Bachelor's or Master's Degree

If an applicant does not hold a bachelor’s or Master's degree that is highly relevant to the occupation being assessed and comparable to an equivalent AQF qualification, the applicant must demonstrate employment experience:

  • in an engineering-related role for at least five years; plus
  • in the role as Engineering Manager for at least two years

Visa options for Engineering Manager:

  • 186 - Employer Nomination Scheme visa

  • 189 - Points-Tested - Skilled Independent visa

  • 190 - Skilled Nominated visa

  • 407 - Training visa

  • 485 - Graduate Work - Temporary Graduate visa

  • 489 - Family Sponsored - Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa

  • 489 - State or Territory Nominated - Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa

  • 482 - Medium Term Stream - Temporary Skill Shortage visa

  • 187 - Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme visa

  • 494 - Employer Sponsored Stream - Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa

  • 491 - State or Territory Nominated - Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa

  • 491 - Family Sponsored - Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa

Overview of Key Employment Statistics for Engineering Manager ANZSCO 133211:

Employed

Employed

32,600

Part-time share

Part-time share

5%

Female share

Female share

16%

Median weekly earnings

Median weekly earnings

$2,961

Median age

Median age

44

Annual employment growth

Annual employment growth

2500

State distributions

Learn how ANZSCO 133211 professionals are spread across different states and territories.

New South Wales map

New South Wales

25.5%

Victoria map

Victoria

31.1%

Greenland map

Greenland

14.2%

South Australia map

South Australia

7.5%

Western Australia map

Western Australia

18.9%

Tasmania map

Tasmania

1.2%

Northern Territory map

Northern Territory

0.9%

Australian Capital Territory map

Australian Capital Territory

0.7%

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Frequently
asked questions

Have a look at frequently asked questions.

What is the ANZSCO code for an Engineering Manager?

The ANZSCO code for an Engineering Manager is 133211, as classified by the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO).

What is the minimum qualification required for skill assessment as an Engineering Manager?

To receive an assessment as a Professional Engineering Manager ANZSCO 133211, you typically need a relevant bachelor's degree or higher that can equate to this skill level. At least five years of relevant experience in engineering and two years experience as an Engineering Manager is needed to be eligible for Engineers Australia.

What tasks are typically performed by a Professional Engineering Manager ANZSCO 133211?

Engineering Manager ANZSCO 133211 plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the engineering and technical operations of an organisation.

Is Engineering Manager a high demand occupation in Australia?

Engineering Manager has an economy-wide average future demand with it being in shortage in all states of Australia as per Skills Priority List 2023. It is included on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) which highlights it as a skill in demand in Australia.