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Marine Surveyor
Surveys machines and hulls of ships to ensure they are constructed, equipped and maintained according to safety standards, rules and regulations laid down by marine authorities. Registration or licensing is required.
Relevant occupation lists
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Visa pathways listed for this occupation
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Recorded subclass 189 invitation round
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Skills assessing authority
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- AMSAAustralian Maritime Safety Authorityhttp://www.amsa.gov.au/
ANZSCO
The material below reproduces the Australian Bureau of Statistics ANZSCO entry. Read it as the occupation’s classification description, alongside the current visa and assessment requirements.
Occupation description
Surveys machines and hulls of ships to ensure they are constructed, equipped and maintained according to safety standards, rules and regulations laid down by marine authorities. Registration or licensing is required.
Alternative job titles
ANZSCO skill level 2
Skill level 2 The general Australian qualification level is an AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma. At least three years of relevant experience may substitute within the classification, although additional experience or training can also be required. AQF is the Australian Qualifications Framework; separate assessment and visa rules still need to be checked.
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. In Australia: In New Zealand: In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Note: some roles within this unit group are at ANZSCO Skill Level 1. Registration or licensing is required.
Typical tasks
- directing fishing operations by using knowledge about the species sought, fishing areas, seasons and the capabilities of the vessel and crew
- directing crew in catching fish, molluscs and crustacea at varying depths using nets, lines, poles, pots and traps
- planning, controlling and coordinating the operational and maintenance requirements of a ship's propulsion and domestic plant and equipment
- operating plant and equipment and performing routine maintenance on ship's systems including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam generating, and fire prevention and control systems
- controlling and directing shipping operations to ensure the safe and efficient loading and transport of cargo and passengers
- ensuring compliance with regulations pertaining to safety at sea and protection of the marine environment
- directing the activities of the deck crew for navigational support tasks, berthing and unberthing, maintenance, cleaning and painting of superstructures, and repair and replacement of defective deck gear and equipment
- navigating a ship by supervising the ship's course and speed according to predetermined passage plans and safety procedures
- examining and approving design plans of hulls and equipment such as main propulsion engines, auxiliary boilers and turbines, electrical power generating plant, refrigeration and airconditioning plant and pumping systems
- conducting periodic surveys throughout a ship's life to ensure standards are maintained
2312 Marine Transport Professionals
Marine Transport Professionals control and manage the operations of ships, boats and marine equipment.
ANZSCO classification hierarchy
- 2Professionals
- 23Design, Engineering, Science and Transport Professionals
- 231Air and Marine Transport Professionals
- 2312Marine Transport Professionals
- 231215Marine Surveyor
Other occupations in this unit group
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Book a consultationSources: the Department of Home Affairs for occupation lists, visa links, restrictions and assessing authorities; the Australian Bureau of Statistics for ANZSCO descriptions, tasks, skill levels, alternative titles and specialisations. The directory uses ANZSCO 2022 and, where relevant to the visa framework, ANZSCO 2013. Refer to the original entries for current requirements, attribution and reuse terms.
Home Affairs skilled occupation list · ABS occupation classification entry
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