OSCA 2024 · 741234 · Skill level 4
Excavator Operator: OSCA 741234
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Excavator Operator is OSCA 2024 code 741234. It corresponds to ANZSCO 721214 Excavator Operator, which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 741234
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 721214
Excavator Operator
Not on the skilled occupation lists.
The job
What an excavator operator does
Operates heavy excavation plant to excavate, move and load earth, rock and rubble.
Skill level 4: Certificate II or III, or at least 1 year of relevant experience
Registration or licensing may be required.
Also known as
- Digger Operator
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Positions, operates, controls, monitors and adjusts heavy excavation plant to excavate, move and load earth, rock and rubble in a safe and efficient manner
- Loads and unloads excavation plant with materials
- Performs pre-start checks and routine maintenance on excavation plant
- May perform manual excavation and shovelling as required
Unit group 7412
Other occupations in Earthmoving Plant Operators
Questions
OSCA 741234: common questions
What is the OSCA code for excavator operator?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 741234?
Is Excavator Operator on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
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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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