Occupation

243231 Civil Engineer

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

243231 Civil Engineer

Plans, designs, organises and oversees the construction and operation of dams, bridges, pipelines, gas supply schemes, airports and other civil engineering projects.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Rail Engineers and Water Engineers are excluded from this occupation. Rail Engineers are included in Occupation 243233 Rail Engineer. Water Engineers are included in Occupation 243236 Water Engineer.

Specialisations

  • Airfield Engineer Officer (Air Force)
  • Coastal Engineer
  • Construction Engineer
  • Road Engineer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Analyses site locations and conducts surveys to determine the feasibility and requirements of civil engineering projects
  • Undertakes calculations, designs and develops specifications for civil engineering projects, and provides solutions to design-related issues
  • Studies, evaluates and reports on the environmental implications of civil engineering projects to ensure compliance with existing regulations
  • Determines construction methods, materials and quality standards for civil engineering projects