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OSCA 2024 · 713131 · Skill level 4

Truck Driver (General): OSCA 713131

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

Truck Driver (General) is OSCA 2024 code 713131. It corresponds to ANZSCO 733111 Truck Driver (General) (in part), which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 713131

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

  • ANZSCO 733111 · in part

    Truck Driver (General)

    Not on the skilled occupation lists.

The job

What a truck driver (general) does

Drives a rigid truck, requiring a specially endorsed class of licence, to transport goods, usually over short distances.

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

Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisations

  • Cement Mixer Driver
  • Compactor Driver (Waste Collection)

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Drives and manoeuvres a truck into position for loading and unloading goods
  • Drives a truck to transport goods to designated locations
  • Communicates with dispatchers and other truck drivers to coordinate deliveries
  • Maintains accurate records of goods transported, including delivery times and locations
  • Performs routine maintenance on the truck, such as checking oil and tyre pressure

Unit group 7131

Other occupations in General Truck Drivers

Questions

OSCA 713131: common questions

What is the OSCA code for truck driver (general)?
The OSCA 2024 code is 713131 (Truck Driver (General)), skill level 4. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 713131?
ANZSCO 733111 Truck Driver (General) (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Truck Driver (General) 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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