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OSCA 2024 · 313433 · Skill level 2

Marine Surveyor: OSCA 313433

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

Marine Surveyor is OSCA 2024 code 313433. It corresponds to ANZSCO 231215 Marine Surveyor, which is on the ROL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 313433

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

The job

What a marine surveyor does

Surveys the machinery, equipment and hulls of vessels to ensure they are constructed, equipped and maintained according to safety standards, rules and regulations laid down by marine authorities.

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

  • Inspects and examines vessels and equipment to ensure compliance with international and national regulations, and identifies any damage or defects
  • Reviews and interprets technical drawings, plans and specifications related to ship construction
  • Conducts surveys and inspections during construction, repair or maintenance
  • Assesses damage to vessels on behalf of insurance companies for insurance claims
  • Tests and evaluates ship systems such as navigation and communication
  • Documents survey findings and recommendations, evaluating the vessel's overall condition
  • Advises ship owners, operators and builders on compliance issues

Questions

OSCA 313433: common questions

What is the OSCA code for marine surveyor?
The OSCA 2024 code is 313433 (Marine Surveyor), skill level 2. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 313433?
ANZSCO 231215 Marine Surveyor. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Marine Surveyor on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 231215 Marine Surveyor 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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