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OSCA 2024 · 741935 · Skill level 4

Railway Track Plant Operator: OSCA 741935

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

Railway Track Plant Operator is OSCA 2024 code 741935. It corresponds to ANZSCO 721914 Railway Track Plant Operator, which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 741935

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

  • ANZSCO 721914

    Railway Track Plant Operator

    Not on the skilled occupation lists.

The job

What a railway track plant operator does

Operates plant to lay, align, repair and maintain railway tracks.

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

Registration or licensing may be required.

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Inspects and assesses railway tracks to identify maintenance and repair needs
  • Operates plant machinery to lay and align railway tracks
  • Repairs and maintains railway tracks using appropriate tools and equipment
  • Monitors and adjusts track alignment to ensure safe and efficient train operations
  • Performs routine maintenance tasks on plant machinery to ensure proper functioning
  • Collaborates with other railway personnel to coordinate track maintenance activities

Questions

OSCA 741935: common questions

What is the OSCA code for railway track plant operator?
The OSCA 2024 code is 741935 (Railway Track Plant 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 741935?
ANZSCO 721914 Railway Track Plant Operator. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Railway Track Plant 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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