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OSCA 2024 · 731132 · Skill level 4

Sandblaster: OSCA 731132

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

Sandblaster is OSCA 2024 code 731132. It corresponds to ANZSCO 711913 Sandblaster, which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

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ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 731132

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

  • ANZSCO 711913

    Sandblaster

    Not on the skilled occupation lists.

The job

What a sandblaster does

Operates sandblasting machines to clean and grind metal products and other hard surfaces.

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

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Prepares surfaces for sandblasting by cleaning and removing any debris or contaminants
  • Prepares machines for operation by selecting and installing attachments and components for specialised functions
  • Directs and controls the flow of abrasive materials onto surfaces to remove paint, rust or other coatings
  • Adjusts sandblasting machine settings to achieve desired results
  • Inspects surfaces after sandblasting to ensure they are clean and free of imperfections
  • Maintains and repairs sandblasting equipment as needed

Unit group 7311

Other occupations in Industrial Spray Painters and Sandblasters

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Questions

OSCA 731132: common questions

What is the OSCA code for sandblaster?
The OSCA 2024 code is 731132 (Sandblaster), skill level 4. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 731132?
ANZSCO 711913 Sandblaster. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Sandblaster 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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