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OSCA 2024 · 599936 · Skill level 4

Radio Dispatcher: OSCA 599936

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

Radio Dispatcher is OSCA 2024 code 599936. It corresponds to ANZSCO 599914 Radio Dispatcher, which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 599936

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

  • ANZSCO 599914

    Radio Dispatcher

    Not on the skilled occupation lists.

The job

What a radio dispatcher does

Provides radio and communications services for the coordination of operational units in transport, courier, emergency, security, rescue and road service organisations.

Skill level 4: Certificate II or III, or at least 1 year of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

Also known as

  • Communications Controller
  • Control Room Operator

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Receives and relays radio or telecommunications messages from operational units, customers or the public
  • Coordinates communications between operational units
  • Records critical information from emergency, routine and administrative calls
  • Relays information to enable appropriate resources and personnel to be deployed
  • Maintains communication and provides guidance to callers during emergency situations

Questions

OSCA 599936: common questions

What is the OSCA code for radio dispatcher?
The OSCA 2024 code is 599936 (Radio Dispatcher), skill level 4. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 599936?
ANZSCO 599914 Radio Dispatcher. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Radio Dispatcher on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Not under its ANZSCO equivalent: none is on the Home Affairs combined list checked on 21 October 2026. Another occupation may fit your duties better.
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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