OSCA 2024 · 839133 · Skill level 5
Fabric and Textile Factory Worker: OSCA 839133
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Fabric and Textile Factory Worker is OSCA 2024 code 839133. It corresponds to ANZSCO 839914 Fabric and Textile Factory Worker, which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 839133
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 839914
Fabric and Textile Factory Worker
Not on the skilled occupation lists.
The job
What a fabric and textile factory worker does
Performs routine tasks in a fabric and textile factory, such as cutting canvas, upholstery and curtain fabrics, delivering materials to machines, operating automatic machines using computerised patterns, pressing partially completed and finished garments, and inspecting and finishing completed garments.
Skill level 5: Certificate I or secondary education
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Cuts canvas, upholstery and curtain fabrics according to specified patterns
- Operates automatic machines using computerised patterns
- Inspects completed garments for quality and makes necessary adjustments or repairs
- Finishes completed garments by attaching buttons, zippers or other fasteners
- Maintains and cleans machines and work area for safety
- Assists in the packaging and labelling of finished garments for shipment
Unit group 8391
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Questions
OSCA 839133: common questions
What is the OSCA code for fabric and textile factory worker?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 839133?
Is Fabric and Textile Factory Worker 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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