Group
Occupation

243938 Naval Architect

Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
Next release Unknown
First release

243938 Naval Architect

Designs and oversees the construction and repair of marine craft and floating structures.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Oversees the design, construction, repair, conversion or decommissioning of marine craft and floating structures
  • Uses specialist CAD software to design marine craft and floating structures, taking into account factors such as stability, strength and performance
  • Designs and coordinates the build of offshore floating structures such as offshore drilling platforms, floating units and subsea infrastructure installations
  • Prepares detailed plans, specifications and cost estimates to establish basic characteristics of marine craft, such as size, weight and speed
  • Ensures marine craft and floating structures comply with design specifications and safety and regulatory standards
  • Collaborates with engineers and other Professionals to coordinate the design and layout of marine craft and floating structure systems, equipment, and machinery
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