ANZSCO Code: 312211 (Civil Engineering Draftsperson)
Civil Engineering Draftsperson prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists.
Civil Engineering Draftsperson Skill Assessment Authority:
Engineers Australia/VETASSESS
Skill Level
1
Specialisation:
Civil Engineering Design Draftsperson
Plumbing Engineering Draftsperson
Road Design Draftsperson
Sewage Reticulation Drafting Officer
Structural Engineering Drafting Officer
Unit Group: 3122 Civil Engineering Draftspersons
and Technicians
Assist in civil engineering research, design, construction, operations and maintenance.
Skill Level
Most occupations under this unit group are skill level 2 occupation and a relevant AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma can equate to this skill level. At least 3 years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification 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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| Occupations |
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| 312211 Civil Engineering Draftsperson |
Tasks
- Preparing sketches, charts, tabulations, plans and designs for civil engineering works such as drainage, water supply, sewerage reticulation systems, roads, airports, dams, bridges and other structures
- Performing and directing fieldwork and laboratory testing
- Interpreting work assignment instructions, applying appropriate procedures and selecting equipment
- Collecting and analysing data, and carrying out computations
- Estimating material costs and ensuring finished works are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions
- Inspecting civil engineering works, and organising and supervising maintenance and repair work
- Conducting field and laboratory tests of construction materials and soils, and collecting data for traffic surveys
/Visa options for Civil Engineering Draftsperson:
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 Civil Engineering Draftsperson ANZSCO 312211:
Employed
6,800
Part-time share
13%
Female share
18%
Median weekly earnings
N/A
Median age
40
Annual employment growth
N/A
State distributions
Learn how Civil Engineering Draftsperson ANZSCO 312211 professionals are spread across different states and territories.
New South Wales
25.2%
Victoria
19.6%
Greenland
31.4%
South Australia
6.4%
Western Australia
13.8%
Tasmania
2.0%
Northern Territory
0.4%
Australian Capital Territory
1.4%
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Frequently
asked questions
Have a look at frequently asked questions.
What is the ANZSCO code for Civil Engineering Draftsperson?
The ANZSCO code for a Civil Engineering Draftsperson is 312211, as classified by the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO).
What is the minimum qualification required for skill assessment as a Civil Engineering Draftsperson?
To receive an assessment as a Professional Civil Engineering Draftsperson ANZSCO 312211, you typically need a relevant AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma that can equate to this skill level. At least 3 years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification 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.
What tasks are typically performed by a Professional Civil Engineering Draftsperson ANZSCO 312211?
Civil Engineering Draftsperson ANZSCO 312211 prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists.
Is Civil Engineering Draftsperson a high demand occupation in Australia?
Civil Engineering Draftsperson 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.