OSCA CODES
OSCA CODE 243533 - Production or Plant Engineer
Description
Plans, directs and coordinates the design, construction, modification, continued performance and maintenance of equipment and machines in industrial plants, and the management and planning of production and plant activities.
Specialization
- Automation and Control Engineer
- Automation Engineer
- Control Systems Engineer
- Maintenance Engineer
Average Income
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the average annual salary for Production or Plant Engineer jobs in Australia is around $120,000. However, this pay scale can vary depending on experience level, location, and industry sector.
Required Skill Level for Migration as Production or Plant 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 | Regional Shortage(R) |
| VIC | Shortage(S) |
| QLD | Shortage(S) |
| SA | Shortage(S) |
| WA | Shortage(S) |
| TAS | Shortage(S) |
| NT | No Shortage(NS) |
| ACT | Shortage(S) |
Future Demand: At economy-wide average.
Australian Visa Options for Production or Plant Engineer
| Visa Name | Description | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| 189 Skilled Independent Visa | Points-based visa for skilled workers, offering permanent residency. | 9-12 months |
| 190 Skilled Nominated Visa | State-nominated permanent visa for skilled workers. | 9-12 months |
| 485 Temporary Graduate Visa | Temporary visa for recent graduates to gain work experience in Australia. | 4-9 months |
| 491 Skilled Regional Visa (State) | Provisional visa for skilled workers nominated by a state government. | 10-15 months |
| 491 Skilled Regional Visa (Family) | Provisional visa for skilled workers sponsored by a family member. | 10-15 months |
| 186 Employer Nomination Scheme Visa | Employer-nominated permanent residency visa for skilled workers. | 10-15 months |
| 407 Training Visa | Training visa for occupational training or professional development. | 4-6 months |
| 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa | Employer-sponsored regional visa, valid for up to 5 years with pathways to permanent residency. | 9-15 months |
| 482 Temporary Skill Shortage – Medium Term Stream | Temporary visa for skilled workers in medium-term occupations. | 4-7 months |
Tasks of an Production or Plant Engineer
- Plans and determines the optimal layout of machines and equipment within industrial plants.
- Develops and executes strategies to enhance the efficiency and performance of production and plant operations.
- Oversees the construction, modification, and maintenance of machinery and equipment in industrial facilities.
- Identifies and resolves technical challenges and issues in industrial operations.
- May use established systems to monitor and control risks, promoting safe interactions between personnel and equipment in production processes.
- May manage autonomous vehicle fleets and implement operational improvements to enhance the efficiency, productivity, and performance of autonomous fleet management systems in industrial operations.
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: 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* |
Job Outlook for Production or Plant Engineers (2024)
| Median Weekly Earnings | N/A |
| Part-time Share | 9% |
| Female Share | 10% |
| Median Age | 37 years |
| Annual Employment Growth | N/A |
| Employed | 4,600 |
[See: Australian Bureau of Statistics for the most updated data on Production or Plant Engineers]
