OSCA CODES
OSCA CODE 243235 - Transport Engineer
Description
Plans, designs and develops transport systems to optimise infrastructure efficiency, safety, and the cost effectiveness of moving people and freight. Registration or licensing may be required.
Average Income
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the average annual salary for Transport Engineer jobs in Australia ranges from $100,000 to $170,000. However, this pay scale can vary depending on experience level, location, and industry sector.
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Required Skill Level for Migration as Transport 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 | Shortage(S) |
| 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 Transport 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 Transport Engineer
- Develops, plans, and assesses transportation systems or components, including highways, urban transit, ports, railways, and airports.
- Analyzes traffic data to forecast travel flow patterns and conducts feasibility and cost studies for transportation projects.
- Examines and evaluates existing transport systems to identify issues and areas for improvement, proposing modifications to enhance safety.
- Utilizes computer models to simulate transportation challenges and identify effective engineering solutions.
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: 80 Onshore: N/A* |
| 2022-12-08 | Offshore: 90 Onshore: 85 |
Offshore: N/A Onshore: N/A |
| 2024-06-13 | 85 | N/A |
| 2024-09-05 | 75 | N/A |
| 2024-11-07 | 70 | N/A |
Job Outlook for Transport Engineers (2024)
| Median Weekly Earnings | N/A |
| Part-time Share | 10% |
| Female Share | 19% |
| Median Age | 36 years |
| Annual Employment Growth | N/A |
| Employed | 4,900 |
[See: Australian Bureau of Statistics for the most updated data on Transport Engineers]
