Minor Group

821 Construction and Mining Labourers

Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
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Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
Next release Unknown
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821 Construction and Mining Labourers

Perform a variety of routine tasks in house building, road, rail and general construction, and in drilling, mining and mineral ore treatment, usually under supervision.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
  • Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education

Subcategories

8211 Construction and Demolition Labourers
8212 Construction Riggers and Doggers
8213 Fencers
8214 Home Improvement and Insulation Installers
8215 Paving and Surfacing Labourers
8216 Plumbing and Drainage Labourers
8217 Structural Steel Construction Workers
8219 Other Construction and Mining Labourers