Use this occupation reference as a starting point while keeping ANZSCO context visible for migration and skills assessment workflows.
Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists. Registration or licensing may be required.
Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists. 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 Draftperson jobs in Australia ranges from $75,000 to $95,000. Salaries also 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: 2
The Skills Priority List highlights the shortage status of Civil Engineering Draftsperson 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 189 Visa | Points-based visa for skilled workers. | 9-12 months |
| 190 Visa | State-sponsored visa. | 9-12 months |
| 485 Visa | Temporary Graduate visa for recent graduates. | 4-6 months |
| 491 Visa (State) | Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa - State Sponsored. | 6-8 months |
| 491 Visa (Family) | Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa - Family Sponsored. | 6-8 months |
| 186 Visa (Direct) | Direct entry employer-sponsored permanent visa. | 10-15 months |
| 407 Visa (Training) | Temporary Training visa. | Varies |
| 494 Visa | Employer-sponsored regional visa for up to 5 years. | 9-15 months |
| 482 Visa (TSS Medium Term) | Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa for medium-term skilled work. | Varies |
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 | 75 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-08-22 | Offshore: 65 / Onshore: Not invited | Offshore: Not invited / Onshore: 65 |
| 2022-12-08 | Offshore: 65 / Onshore: 65 | Offshore: N/A* / Onshore: N/A* |
| 2024-06-13 | 85 | N/A |
| 2024-09-05 | 75 | N/A* |
Last checked: 2026-05-18
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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.
