OSCA CODES
OSCA CODE 243531 - Industrial Engineer
Description
Plans, investigates and reviews the logistics and utilisation of personnel, facilities, equipment and materials, operational processes and practices to improve the quality, safety and efficiency of operations in commercial, industrial and production environments. Registration or licensing may be required.
Specialization
- Integrated Logistics Support Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Process Engineer(Industrial)
- Quality Assurance Engineer(Industrial)
- System Engineer(Industrial)
Average Income
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the average annual salary for Industrial Engineer jobs in Australia ranges from $85,000 to $105,000. However, this pay scale can vary depending on experience level, location, and industry sector.
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Required Skill Level for Migration as Industrial Engineer
Skill Level: 1
Skill Priority in 2024
The Skills Priority List (SPL) highlights the shortage status of engineering managers across various Australian regions:
| Region | Status |
|---|---|
| AUS | Shortage(S) |
| NSW | No Shortage(NS) |
| 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.
Australian Visa Options for Industrial Engineer
| Visa Name | Description | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| 491 Visa | Permanent regional visa with pathways to permanent residency. | 10-15 months |
| 482 TSS Visa | Temporary Skill Shortage visa for skilled workers. | 4-7 months |
| 189 Visa | Points-based permanent visa for skilled workers. | 9-12 months |
| 190 Visa | State-nominated permanent visa for skilled workers. | 9-12 months |
| 186 Visa (DE) | Direct Entry employer-sponsored permanent residency visa. | 10-15 months |
| 186 Visa (TRT) | Temporary Residence Transition pathway for skilled workers moving to permanent residency. | 10-15 months |
| 494 Visa | Employer-sponsored regional visa with pathways to permanent residency, valid for up to 5 years. | 9-15 months |
| 407 Visa | Training visa for occupational training or professional development. | 4-6 months |
Tasks of an Industrial Engineer
- Plans, executes, and manages the sequence of operations in an industrial facility to optimize the use of time and resources.
- Estimates production costs and assesses risks related to product design, process modifications, and manufacturing.
- Evaluates data and product specifications to assess the quality of finished goods, identify defects, and implement improvements to products and processes.
- Designs systems and workflows to minimize production challenges and maximize resource efficiency.
- Establishes and enforces quality control procedures to ensure uniformity in products and processes.
- Identifies and evaluates potential safety hazards in industrial facilities and formulates strategies and policies to mitigate risks effectively.
Round Results
| Round Date | Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 189 (Points-tested stream) | Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 491 (Family Sponsored Regional) |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-10-06 | Offshore: 65 Onshore: N/A* |
Offshore: N/A* Onshore: N/A* |
| 2022-12-08 | Offshore: 85 Onshore: 85 |
Offshore: N/A* Onshore: N/A* |
| 2024-06-13 | 85 | N/A |
| 2024-09-05 | 75 | N/A* |
Job Outlook for Industrial Engineers (2024)
| Median Weekly Earnings | N/A |
| Part-time Share | 11% |
| Female Share | 18% |
| Median Age | 39 years |
| Annual Employment Growth | N/A |
| Employed | 4,700 |
[See: Australian Bureau of Statistics for the most updated data on Industrial Engineers]
