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OSCA 2024 · 731938 · Skill level 4

Stone Processing Machine Operator: OSCA 731938

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

Stone Processing Machine Operator is OSCA 2024 code 731938. It corresponds to ANZSCO 711114 Stone Processing Machine Operator, which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 731938

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

  • ANZSCO 711114

    Stone Processing Machine Operator

    Not on the skilled occupation lists.

The job

What a stone processing machine operator does

Operates machines to cut and finish stones for tiles, building blocks and facings.

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

Specialisations

  • Marble Cutter
  • Stone Polisher
  • Stone Sawyer

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Sets up and prepares machines for stone cutting and finishing
  • Measures and marks stones according to specifications
  • Loads and unloads stones into machines
  • Operates and monitors machines to ensure stones are cut accurately and efficiently
  • Inspects finished stones for quality and makes adjustments to machines as needed
  • Uses hand tools to finish and polish stones
  • Cleans and maintains machines to ensure proper functioning

Questions

OSCA 731938: common questions

What is the OSCA code for stone processing machine operator?
The OSCA 2024 code is 731938 (Stone Processing Machine Operator), skill level 4. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 731938?
ANZSCO 711114 Stone Processing Machine Operator. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Stone Processing Machine Operator 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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