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OSCA 2024 · 713231 · Skill level 3

Articulated Truck Driver: OSCA 713231

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

Articulated Truck Driver is OSCA 2024 code 713231. 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 713231

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 an articulated truck driver does

Drives an articulated truck, requiring a specially endorsed class of licence, to transport goods, often over long-haul distances.

Skill level 3: Certificate IV, or Certificate III with at least 2 years of on-the-job training, or 3 years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisations

  • Linehaul Driver
  • Livestock Transporter
  • Logging Truck Driver
  • Road Train Driver
  • Semi Trailer Driver
  • Vehicle Haulage Driver

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Drives and manoeuvres articulated truck and trailer combinations
  • Couples and uncouples trailer combinations as required
  • Loads and unloads goods using specialised vehicles such as side loaders
  • Performs maintenance and repairs on the truck, utilising specialised mechanical knowledge, particularly when driving in isolated areas
  • Maintains knowledge of road rules relating to haulage across all states and territories
  • Operates relevant company and client applications to provide real time visibility and trip reports
  • Manages cargo weights to comply with load limitations and ensures safe distribution of weight
  • May transport livestock or dangerous goods, complying with relevant safety standards

Unit group 7132

Other occupations in Articulated and Tanker Truck Drivers

Questions

OSCA 713231: common questions

What is the OSCA code for articulated truck driver?
The OSCA 2024 code is 713231 (Articulated Truck Driver), skill level 3. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 713231?
ANZSCO 733111 Truck Driver (General) (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Articulated Truck Driver 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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