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OSCA 2024 · 172331 · Skill level 2

Facilities Manager: OSCA 172331

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Facilities Manager is OSCA 2024 code 172331. It corresponds to ANZSCO 149913 Facilities Manager, which is on the STSOL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 172331

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

The job

What a facilities manager does

Organises, controls and coordinates the strategic and operational management of buildings and facilities in public and private organisations to ensure the proper and efficient operation of all physical aspects of a facility, to create and sustain safe and productive environments for occupants.

Skill level 2: Associate degree, advanced diploma or diploma, or at least 3 years of relevant experience

Also known as

  • Building Manager

Specialisations

  • Hotel Maintenance Manager
  • Shopping Centre Manager

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Plans, organises, coordinates and oversees the administrative, operational and strategic planning activities of a facility
  • Coordinates the implementation of repairs, maintenance and renovations of a facility
  • Manages facility budgets and financial resources, and reports on operating expenses and income
  • Manages and oversees the hiring of support staff
  • Manages contracts and service agreements with external vendors for facility maintenance and services
  • Monitors and evaluates the performance of facility management programs and services
  • Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations and standards
  • Develops and implements emergency response plans and procedures

Questions

OSCA 172331: common questions

What is the OSCA code for facilities manager?
The OSCA 2024 code is 172331 (Facilities Manager), skill level 2. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 172331?
ANZSCO 149913 Facilities Manager. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Facilities Manager on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 149913 Facilities Manager is on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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