Civil Engineering Draftsperson: ANZSCO 312211 explained

Civil Engineering Draftsperson, ANZSCO 312211

Civil Engineering Draftsperson is ANZSCO code 312211, skill level 2. The role is defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics as preparing detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists. Registration or licensing may be required depending on the state or territory.

Skill level 2: what it means

Skill level 2 is the second-highest level in the ANZSCO framework. Occupations at this level typically require an associate degree, advanced diploma, or diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience as an alternative pathway. Your specific assessment authority may set its own criteria; skill level is a classification tool, not a qualification guarantee. Check what your authority requires before you apply.

Who assesses this occupation

The assessing authority for this occupation is listed on the Civil Engineering Draftsperson occupation page. Check that page for the current authority, because assessing body assignments can change. We do not name one here without a verified current record.

Which skilled occupation lists it appears on

As of 2026-01-19, ANZSCO 312211 appears on two Australian skilled occupation lists, per Home Affairs:

• Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL): This list supports several employer-sponsored and independent skilled visas. Being on the CSOL means the occupation is eligible for those pathways; it does not mean you will qualify or that a shortage exists.
• Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL): This list supports a broader set of visa subclasses, including some state-nominated options. Again, list membership opens a pathway; it is not a guarantee of invitation or approval.

List membership and shortage rating are two separate things. For the current 2025 Occupation Shortage List rating for this occupation, see the occupation page, which links the Jobs and Skills Australia shortage data. We have no verified shortage rating to report here.

No NZ Green List membership is confirmed for this occupation. Do not rely on any claim of NZ Green List inclusion without checking the current NZ Green List directly.

A common near-miss: 312212

If you work in civil engineering drafting but your role leans toward technical inspection or field measurement rather than drawing preparation, check Civil Engineering Technician (312212). The two codes sit in the same Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians group (3122), but 312212 covers a broader technical support role. Picking the wrong code at assessment can cause delays, so check both before you decide.

Next steps

Browse the full ANZSCO index at /en/anzsco/2022/ to check related codes or confirm yours. If you are unsure which code fits your work history, the CV matcher at app.anzscofinder.com shows the closest matches. For advice on whether this occupation suits your visa situation, speak with a registered migration agent. We surface facts; we do not tell you what visa to apply for.