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OSCA 2024 · 311136 · Skill level 2

Irrigation Designer: OSCA 311136

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

Irrigation Designer is OSCA 2024 code 311136. It corresponds to 2 ANZSCO codes (311115 and 311111). All of them are on Australia's skilled visa lists, which still use ANZSCO codes.

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ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO codes for OSCA 311136

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

The job

What an irrigation designer does

Designs and plans irrigation systems according to licensing, climatic and environmental considerations, water source availability, crop type and soil characteristics.

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

Also known as

  • Irrigation Planner

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Conducts site assessments to identify suitable irrigation systems
  • Advises on most effective irrigation methods and equipment for efficient water use that meet the needs of the client and comply with regulations and standards
  • Designs efficient and cost-effective irrigation systems based on factors such as water availability, crop type and soil characteristics
  • Calculates water requirements and develops irrigation schedules
  • Prepares detailed irrigation plans and specifications, including layout, equipment and materials
  • Collaborates with engineers and other professionals to ensure compliance of irrigation systems with regulations and standards
  • Provides technical support and guidance to clients on the use, scheduling and maintenance of irrigation systems
  • Inspects, audits and evaluates irrigation systems to identify and address any issues or inefficiencies

Unit group 3111

Other occupations in Agricultural Technicians and Inspection Officers

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Questions

OSCA 311136: common questions

What is the OSCA code for irrigation designer?
The OSCA 2024 code is 311136 (Irrigation Designer), skill level 2. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 311136?
ANZSCO 311115 Irrigation Designer and ANZSCO 311111 Agricultural Technician (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Irrigation Designer on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 311115 Irrigation Designer is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and ANZSCO 311111 Agricultural Technician is on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), 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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