Use this occupation reference as a starting point while keeping ANZSCO context visible for migration and skills assessment workflows.
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.
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. ANZSCO codes remain widely used for migration and skills assessment references, while OSCA may appear in newer occupation classification contexts.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the average annual salary for Civil Engineering jobs in Australia ranges from $95,000 to $115,000. Civil Engineer salaries vary based on factors such as location, experience, and the specific industry sector, making this field highly rewarding for those with specialized skills and extensive experience.
Source: SEEK salary reference | Last checked: 2026-05-18Indicative salary guidance preserved from the original page unless a linked official source is available.
Source: Delta Immigration occupation profile | Last checked: 2026-05-18Indicative age profile preserved from the original page; verify against Jobs and Skills Australia or ABS where available.
Skill Level: 1
The Skills Priority List highlights the shortage status of Civil Engineer across Australian regions.
Last checked: 2026-05-18
| Region | Status |
|---|---|
| AUS | Shortage(S) |
| NSW | Shortage(S) |
| VIC | Shortage(S) |
| QLD | Shortage(S) |
| SA | Shortage(S) |
| WA | Shortage(S) |
| TAS | Shortage(S) |
| NT | Shortage(S) |
| ACT | Shortage(S) |
Future Demand: At economy-wide average.
| Visa Name | Description | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Visa Subclass 189 | Points-based visa for skilled independent workers. | 9-12 months |
| Visa Subclass 190 | State-sponsored visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory. | 9-12 months |
| Visa Subclass 491 | Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, family or state-sponsored, allowing skilled workers to live and work in regional Australia. | 9-15 months |
| Visa Subclass 485 | Temporary Graduate Visa, allowing recent graduates to live, study, and work in Australia temporarily after completing studies. | 4-6 months |
| Visa Subclass 482 | Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa, temporary work visa addressing labor shortages, available under short-term and medium-term streams. | Varies |
| Labour Agreement | A visa for skilled workers under an employer-sponsored labor agreement, allowing employment in occupations facing skills shortages. | Varies |
| Visa Subclass 186 | Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa, a permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer. | 10-15 months |
| Visa Subclass 187 | Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) Visa, a permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an employer in regional Australia. | 10-15 months |
Invitation data changes by round and occupation. Minimum points shown here are historical indicators only and do not guarantee future invitation outcomes.
| Round Date | Subclass / Stream | Minimum Points | Invitations | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-05 | Subclass 189 | 90 | Not published | Department of Home Affairs SkillSelect previous roundsLast checked: 2026-05-18 |
Historical minimum points preserved from the original page and linked to Home Affairs previous-round references. Verify against the latest SkillSelect Dashboard before relying on this figure.
| Round Date | Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 189 | Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 491 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-10-06 | Offshore: 65 / Onshore: N/A | Offshore: 65 / Onshore: N/A |
| 2022-12-08 | Offshore: 85 / Onshore: 85 | Offshore: N/A / Onshore: N/A |
| 2024-06-13 | 90 | N/A |
| 2024-09-05 | 90 | N/A |
Last checked: 2026-05-18
These links preserve the original occupation references. Figures should be treated as indicative and checked against official sources before making a migration or skills-assessment decision.
The SkillSelect Dashboard is dynamic. This generated file preserves local data and links to official sources; update manually or rerun the script when official downloadable data is available. Home Affairs invitation rounds last updated: not detected.
