What is an ANZSCO Code?
The Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) is a classification system used to categorise occupations in Australia and New Zealand. For Engineers Australia assessments, your ANZSCO code determines:
- Which competency standard applies to your CDR
- What skills and qualifications are required
- Your eligibility for specific visa subclasses
- The points you may receive in the points-based visa system
Major Engineering ANZSCO Codes
Civil and Structural Engineering
| Code | Occupation |
|---|---|
| 233211 | Civil Engineer |
| 233212 | Geotechnical Engineer |
| 233213 | Quantity Surveyor |
| 233214 | Structural Engineer |
| 233215 | Transport Engineer |
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
| Code | Occupation |
|---|---|
| 233311 | Electrical Engineer |
| 233411 | Electronics Engineer |
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
| Code | Occupation |
|---|---|
| 233511 | Industrial Engineer |
| 233512 | Mechanical Engineer |
| 233513 | Production or Plant Engineer |
Chemical and Materials Engineering
| Code | Occupation |
|---|---|
| 233111 | Chemical Engineer |
| 233112 | Materials Engineer |
Mining and Petroleum Engineering
| Code | Occupation |
|---|---|
| 233611 | Mining Engineer |
| 233612 | Petroleum Engineer |
Other Engineering Specialisations
| Code | Occupation |
|---|---|
| 233911 | Aeronautical Engineer |
| 233912 | Agricultural Engineer |
| 233913 | Biomedical Engineer |
| 233914 | Engineering Technologist |
| 233915 | Environmental Engineer |
| 233916 | Naval Architect |
ICT Engineering (ACS Assessment)
| Code | Occupation |
|---|---|
| 261313 | Software Engineer |
| 263111 | Computer Network and Systems Engineer |
| 263311 | Telecommunications Engineer |
How to Choose the Right ANZSCO Code
Follow these steps to identify your correct ANZSCO code:
1. Review your qualifications — What is your engineering degree specialisation?
2. Analyse your work experience — What type of engineering work have you primarily performed?
3. Check the ANZSCO descriptions — Read the official descriptions for potential codes
4. Review EA's MSA document — Check the competency requirements for each code
5. Consider visa requirements — Some codes may have different visa eligibility
Common Mistakes in ANZSCO Code Selection
- Choosing a code based on job title rather than actual work performed
- Selecting a more "prestigious" code that doesn't match your experience
- Confusing Engineering Technologist (233914) with professional engineer codes
- Choosing ICT codes when your background is in engineering systems
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