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OSCA 2024 · 312233 · Skill level 2

Plumbing Inspector: OSCA 312233

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

Plumbing Inspector is OSCA 2024 code 312233. It corresponds to ANZSCO 312115 Plumbing Inspector, which is on the ROL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 312233

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

The job

What a plumbing inspector does

Inspects plumbing work to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

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

Registration or licensing is required.

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Conducts site inspections of plumbing installations to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations
  • Reviews plans and specifications for plumbing installations to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations
  • Issues permits and certificates of compliance for plumbing installations
  • Investigates complaints and reports of non-compliance with plumbing regulations
  • Provides advice and guidance to Plumbers and property owners on compliance requirements
  • Prepares reports and documentation detailing findings and recommendations for corrective action
  • Collaborates with other regulatory agencies and stakeholders to ensure consistent enforcement of plumbing regulations

Unit group 3122

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Questions

OSCA 312233: common questions

What is the OSCA code for plumbing inspector?
The OSCA 2024 code is 312233 (Plumbing Inspector), skill level 2. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 312233?
ANZSCO 312115 Plumbing Inspector. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Plumbing Inspector on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 312115 Plumbing Inspector 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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