Group
Occupation
399932 Diver
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
399932 Diver
Swims underwater to undertake tasks such as seafood gathering, research, salvage and construction.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Specialisations
- Abalone Diver
- Clearance Diver (Navy)
- Fisheries Diver
- Hyperbaric Welder Diver
- Offshore Diver
- Onshore Diver
- Pearl Diver
- Saturation Diver
- Scientific Diver
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Plans and prepares for diving operations, including assessing risks and determining appropriate equipment and techniques
- Inspects and maintains diving equipment
- Enters water and swims underwater to perform tasks such as seafood gathering, research, salvage and construction
- Uses tools and equipment underwater to complete tasks
- Monitors and records data and observations during underwater tasks
- Follows safety procedures and protocols to ensure personal safety and the safety of others