Occupation Title
The official job name linked with the ANZSCO code. Compare it with your current title and duties to confirm the right match.
Free ANZSCO Code Finder
Search 60+ engineering, ICT, accounting, and trade occupations by job title or six-digit code. Instantly see your assessing authority, assessment pathway, and recommended next step for CDR, ACS RPL, or trade assessment.
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Planning tool only. Always confirm your ANZSCO code against official Department of Home Affairs occupation lists before lodging a skills assessment or visa application.
What Your Search Results Show
The ANZSCO Code Finder shows key details linked to your searched job title or code. Each field helps you understand your occupation and what to prepare for your skills assessment pathway.
ANZSCO Code
A six-digit number assigned to each occupation in the Australian and New Zealand classification system. Used by assessing authorities and visa applications.
Assessing Authority
The organisation that reviews your skills assessment for that occupation — such as Engineers Australia, ACS, TRA, or CA ANZ / CPA Australia.
Occupation Group
The ANZSCO unit group that classifies your role. Useful for comparing similar occupations with close duties or related skill levels.
Occupation Description
The official ANZSCO description of the role's duties. Compare it with your actual work tasks to verify whether your experience aligns with the code.
Recommended Next Step
Actionable guidance on what to prepare next — whether that's a CDR, ACS RPL report, trade assessment application, or professional body membership.
Why Your ANZSCO Code Matters for Skills Assessment
Your ANZSCO code connects your occupation with the right assessing authority, pathway, and document requirements. Getting it right before you start saves significant rework.
Assessing Authority
Your code determines which body reviews your skills. Engineers Australia assesses engineering occupations; ACS assesses ICT roles; TRA assesses trades. Each has different document requirements.
Assessment Pathway
Engineering roles typically require a CDR (Competency Demonstration Report). ICT roles require an ACS RPL report. Trades use TRA pathways. Your code drives this decision.
Work Experience Match
Your actual duties, not just your job title, must align with the chosen ANZSCO code. A close match between your work history and the official description strengthens your assessment.
CDR and RPL Document Alignment
Your CDR Career Episodes or RPL project reports must demonstrate competencies linked to the nominated ANZSCO occupation. Wrong code = wrong competency framework.
Qualification Support
Your qualification must support the occupation you choose. The assessing authority will check that your study background relates to the skill area of your nominated code.
Document Consistency
Your CV, employment letters, project reports, CDR, or RPL evidence must all support the same nominated occupation consistently across every document you submit.
Common ANZSCO Codes Quick Reference
A quick reference for popular ANZSCO codes across engineering, ICT, accounting, and trade occupations. Click any tab to switch categories.
Engineering ANZSCO Codes
| Occupation | ANZSCO Code | Assessing Authority | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Manager | 133211 | Engineers Australia | Prof. Engineer |
| Civil Engineer | 233211 | Engineers Australia | Prof. Engineer |
| Structural Engineer | 233214 | Engineers Australia | Prof. Engineer |
| Mechanical Engineer | 233512 | Engineers Australia | Prof. Engineer |
| Electrical Engineer | 233311 | Engineers Australia | Prof. Engineer |
| Chemical Engineer | 233111 | Engineers Australia | Prof. Engineer |
| Biomedical Engineer | 233913 | Engineers Australia | Prof. Engineer |
| Environmental Engineer | 233915 | Engineers Australia | Prof. Engineer |
| Telecommunications Engineer | 263311 | Engineers Australia | Prof. Engineer |
| Engineering Technologist | 233914 | Engineers Australia | Eng. Technologist |
| Civil Engineering Technician | 312212 | Engineers Australia | Eng. Associate |
| Electrical Engineering Technician | 312312 | Engineers Australia | Eng. Associate |
Check Your ANZSCO Code Before Skills Assessment
Review these four points before you start your skills assessment process to avoid rework and keep your application consistent.
Match Your Code With Your Job Duties
Compare the official ANZSCO description with your actual work tasks. Do not rely only on your job title — your duties must match.
Check Your Qualification Supports the Code
Verify that your degree, diploma, or trade qualification relates to the skill area of the nominated occupation. Assessors check both qualification and experience.
Confirm the Correct Assessing Authority
Different occupations fall under different bodies — Engineers Australia, ACS, TRA, VETASSESS, or accounting bodies. Confirm before you start preparing documents.
Know Your Next Document Pathway
Understand whether you need a CDR, ACS RPL report, trade assessment evidence, or professional body membership documents before you begin writing.
Need Help Confirming Your ANZSCO Code?
Choosing the right occupation code is the foundation of your skills assessment. Talk to our team to match your job duties, qualifications, and experience with the correct ANZSCO code before you start preparing your CDR or RPL.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about ANZSCO codes, job title matching, assessing authorities, CDR and RPL alignment, and visa eligibility.
ANZSCO (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations) codes are six-digit numbers that classify every occupation in Australia. Your code determines which assessing authority reviews your skills, what documents you need (CDR, RPL report, or trade evidence), and which visa subclasses you may be eligible for.
Search your job title or enter a known six-digit code in the finder above. Then read the official occupation description and compare it with your actual duties. The duties description, not the job title, is what assessors check.
Search by the type of work you do, not your exact job title. For example, if your title is "Senior Infrastructure Engineer" but you design civil structures, search for "civil engineer" and compare the occupation description with your duties. The match must be based on actual work, not titles.
Professional Engineer (PE) occupations such as Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineer (codes 2332–2339) require high-level engineering theory and design competency in your CDR. Engineering Technologist (ANZSCO 233914) involves applying established engineering principles in specialist areas. Each uses a different CDR Summary Statement template and a different set of competency elements assessed by Engineers Australia.
Yes, you can change before submission. However, your Career Episodes and Summary Statement must be significantly revised to match the new occupation's competency requirements. This is why confirming your ANZSCO code before starting your CDR is strongly recommended — changing mid-way often means rewriting large sections.
The assessing authority depends on your occupation. Engineers Australia assesses most engineering roles and requires a CDR. ACS assesses most ICT roles and requires an RPL report. TRA assesses trade occupations. Accounting bodies (CA ANZ, CPA Australia, IPA) assess accounting roles through membership pathways. The tool shows the correct authority for each occupation.
Yes. Your nominated ANZSCO occupation must appear on the relevant skilled occupation list (MLTSSL, STSOL, or ROL) for the visa subclass you are applying for — for example, Subclass 189, 190, or 491. Always check the current list on the official Department of Home Affairs website before lodging your Expression of Interest.
Yes. Your CDR Career Episodes and Summary Statement must demonstrate the competency elements linked to your nominated ANZSCO occupation. Your ACS RPL project reports must show ICT skills specific to the nominated role. Submitting evidence for the wrong occupation — even if your duties are close — can result in an unsuccessful assessment.
