Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians

Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians assist in civil engineering research, design, construction, operations and maintenance.

**Indicative skill level:**

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

#### In Australia:

- AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

#### In New Zealand:

- NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

**Tasks include:**

- preparing sketches, charts, tabulations, plans and designs for civil engineering works such as drainage, water supply, sewerage reticulation systems, roads, airports, dams, bridges and other structures - performing and directing fieldwork and laboratory testing - interpreting work assignment instructions, applying appropriate procedures and selecting equipment - collecting and analysing data, and carrying out computations - estimating material costs and ensuring finished works are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions - inspecting civil engineering works, and organising and supervising maintenance and repair work - conducting field and laboratory tests of construction materials and soils, and collecting data for traffic surveys