Where these jobs are in Australia
| VIC | NSW | QLD | SA | WA | TAS | NT | ACT |
| 25.5% | 30.6% | 21.1% | 5.9% | 12.8% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
Job Summary of this Unit Group:
Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians perform technical functions to assist Construction Managers, Architects and Surveyors by supervising and inspecting construction sites, estimating time, costs and resources, inspecting plumbing work, and collecting and evaluating survey data and preparing maps and plans.
Requisite Education:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
- AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
In New Zealand:
- NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
Registration or licensing may be required
Whether the Education can be substituted with experience:
- Yes, at least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification.
- In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Detailed Tasks:
- assisting Construction Managers, Architects and Surveyors in planning and organisation
- interpreting plans, regulations and codes of practice
- preparing preliminary sketches, working drawings and specifications
- preparing, editing and revising plans, maps, charts and drawings
- coordinating works programs
- inspecting work and materials for compliance with specifications, regulations and standards
- calculating costs and estimating time scales
- collecting data using surveying instruments and photogrammetric equipment
- performing routine computations and plotting preliminary data
312111 Architectural Draftsperson ANZSCO
Completes Architects’ concepts by preparing drawings and plans, and liaising with builders and contractors.
Skill Level: 2
Skilled Occupations List: Short Term
Alternative Title:
- Architectural Associate
Specialisation:
- Building Drafting Officer
312112 Building Associate ANZSCO
Supervises construction sites, and organises and coordinates the material and human resources required. Registration or licensing may be required.
Skill Level: 2
Skilled Occupations List: N/A
Specialisations:
- Building Construction Supervisor
- Clerk of Works
312113 Building Inspector ANZSCO
Inspects buildings to ensure compliance with laws and regulations and advises on building requirements. Registration or licensing may be required.
Skill Level: 2
Skilled Occupations List: Short Term
Alternative Titles:
- Building Certifier
- Building Surveyor
Specialisation:
- Electrical Installation Inspector
312114 Construction Estimator ANZSCO
Prepares and delivers estimates and cost plans for construction projects up to the tender settlement stage.
Skill Level: 2
Skilled Occupations List: Regional
Caveat 10:
The position is not located in regional Australia (within the meaning of subregulation 5.19(16) of the Regulations).
312115 Plumbing Inspector ANZSCO
Inspects plumbing work to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level: 2
Skilled Occupations List: N/A
Specialisations:
- Drainage Inspector
- Gas Plumbing Inspector
- Sanitary Plumbing and Water Supply Inspector
312116 Surveying or Spatial Science Technician ANZSCO
Collects, records and evaluates spatial information and prepares databases, maps, charts and plans in support of Surveyors, Cartographers or Other Spatial Scientists. Registration or licensing may be required.
Skill Level: 2
Skilled Occupations List: Regional
Alternative Title:
- GIS Technician
Specialisations:
- Aerial Survey Technician
- Photogrammetrist
Caveat 10:
The position is not located in regional Australia (within the meaning of subregulation 5.19(16) of the Regulations).
312199 Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec ANZSCO
This occupation group covers Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level: 2
Skilled Occupations List: Short Term
Occupations in this group include:
- Energy Assessor
- Roof Truss Detailer
- Structural Steel Detailer
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