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OSCA 2024 · 821933 · Skill level 5

Mining Support Worker: OSCA 821933

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

Mining Support Worker is OSCA 2024 code 821933. It corresponds to ANZSCO 821914 Mining Support Worker, which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 821933

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

  • ANZSCO 821914

    Mining Support Worker

    Not on the skilled occupation lists.

The job

What a mining support worker does

Performs routine tasks in mining and mineral ore treating operations, such as assembling, operating and dismantling mining equipment, taking ore, rock and dust samples, and mixing ore treating chemicals and catalysts.

Skill level 5: Certificate I or secondary education

Specialisations

  • Mineral Sampler
  • Nipper (Mining)

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Assembles and operates mining equipment according to instructions
  • Dismantles mining equipment and ensures proper storage and maintenance
  • Takes ore, rock and dust samples for analysis and testing
  • Mixes ore treating chemicals and catalysts according to specified ratios
  • Assists in the transportation of ore, rock and other materials within the mining site
  • Cleans and maintains work areas and equipment

Questions

OSCA 821933: common questions

What is the OSCA code for mining support worker?
The OSCA 2024 code is 821933 (Mining Support Worker), skill level 5. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 821933?
ANZSCO 821914 Mining Support Worker. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Mining Support Worker 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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