Occupation

313131 Civil Engineering Draftsperson

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

313131 Civil Engineering Draftsperson

Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Alternative title

  • Civil Designer

Specialisations

  • Hydraulic Designer (Civil)
  • Road Designer
  • Structural Draftsperson
  • Transport Designer

Skill level: 2

Main tasks

  • Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering projects
  • Uses computer design software to convert civil engineering sketches into digital documents
  • Creates topographical and relief maps of locations hosting new civil development projects
  • Incorporates design changes and updates into existing drawings and plans based on feedback from engineers and architects