OSCA 2024 · 399131 · Skill level 3
Chemical Plant Operator: OSCA 399131
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Chemical Plant Operator is OSCA 2024 code 399131. It corresponds to ANZSCO 399211 Chemical Plant Operator, which is on the CSOL and ROL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 399131
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 399211
Chemical Plant Operator
On the Core Skills Occupation List, Regional Occupation List.
Visas for ANZSCO 399211
The job
What a chemical plant operator does
Controls the operation of chemical production plant.
Skill level 3: Certificate IV, or Certificate III with at least 2 years of on-the-job training, or 3 years of relevant experience
Also known as
- Chemical Plant Technician
- Process Operator (Chemical)
- Process Technician (Chemical)
Specialisations
- Paint Maker
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Monitors and controls the operation of chemical production plant
- Adjusts equipment and controls to maintain specified operating conditions and product quality within chemical processing plants
- Inspects and tests samples of raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards
- Performs routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and machinery
- Records and maintains production data and reports any deviations or issues
Unit group 3991
Other occupations in Chemical, Gas, Petroleum and Power Generation Plant Technicians
Questions
OSCA 399131: common questions
What is the OSCA code for chemical plant operator?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 399131?
Is Chemical Plant Operator 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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