OSCA 2024 · 591141 · Skill level 4
Water Inspector: OSCA 591141
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Water Inspector is OSCA 2024 code 591141. It corresponds to ANZSCO 599521 Water Inspector, which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 591141
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 599521
Water Inspector
Not on the skilled occupation lists.
The job
What a water inspector does
Monitors the allocation and use of water from water resources such as streams, rivers and underground sources.
Skill level 4: Certificate II or III, or at least 1 year of relevant experience
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Monitors and conducts inspections of water resources to ensure user compliance with regulations and water allocation plans
- Conducts site inspections and collects water samples to facilitate the assessment of water quality and identification of potential issues
- Receives and assesses applications for licences to use water
- Conducts audits of water licence allocations
- Investigates complaints and reports of water misuse or unauthorised water use
- Provides advice and guidance to water users on sustainable water use practices
Unit group 5911
Other occupations in Inspectors and Regulatory Compliance Officers
Questions
OSCA 591141: common questions
What is the OSCA code for water inspector?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 591141?
Is Water Inspector 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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