OSCA 2024 · 313436 · Skill level 2
Ship's Officer: OSCA 313436
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Ship's Officer is OSCA 2024 code 313436. It corresponds to ANZSCO 231214 Ship's Officer, which is on the ROL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 313436
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 231214
Ship's Officer
On the Regional Occupation List.
Visas for ANZSCO 231214
The job
What a ship's officer does
Navigates and controls the safe operation of a ship, and supervises and coordinates the activities of deck crew.
Skill level 2: Associate degree, advanced diploma or diploma, or at least 3 years of relevant experience
Registration or licensing is required.
Also known as
- Deck Officer
Specialisations
- Navigating Officer (Ship's)
- Seaman Officer (Navy)
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Navigates and controls the safe operation of a ship
- Supervises and coordinates the activities of deck crew
- Assists in the planning of a ship's course and monitors its progress
- Ensures compliance with maritime regulations and safety procedures
- Manages cargo operations and equipment inspections
- Maintains accurate records of a ship's activities, including logbooks and reports
- Communicates with other ships, ports and authorities
Unit group 3134
Other occupations in Marine Transport Masters, Officers and Technicians
Questions
OSCA 313436: common questions
What is the OSCA code for ship's officer?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 313436?
Is Ship's Officer on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
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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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