OSCA 2024 · 591231 · Skill level 4
Social Security Assessor: OSCA 591231
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Social Security Assessor is OSCA 2024 code 591231. It corresponds to ANZSCO 599515 Social Security Assessor, which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 591231
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 599515
Social Security Assessor
Not on the skilled occupation lists.
The job
What a social security assessor does
Assesses social welfare claims and entitlements under government legislation, and investigates fraud and suspected breaches of legislation.
Skill level 4: Certificate II or III, or at least 1 year of relevant experience
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Assesses social welfare claims and determines eligibility for benefits based on policy guidelines
- Interviews claimants to gather information and evidence for assessment
- Reviews and analyses documentation and evidence
- Conducts investigations into suspected fraud and breaches of legislation
- Collaborates with other agencies and departments to gather information and evidence
- Provides advice to claimants on their entitlements and obligations
- Maintains accurate assessment and investigation records
- Prepares reports for management and legal proceedings
- Stays updated on changes in legislation and policy related to social welfare
Unit group 5912
Other occupations in Regulatory Administration and Assessment Officers
Questions
OSCA 591231: common questions
What is the OSCA code for social security assessor?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 591231?
Is Social Security Assessor 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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