Civil Engineer - ANZSCO 233211

Civil Engineer plans, designs, organises and oversees the construction and operation of dams, bridges, pipelines, gas and water supply schemes, sewerage systems, airports and other civil engineering projects. Registration or licensing may be required.

Civil engineers may perform the following tasks: 

• investigate sites to determine the most suitable foundation for a proposed construction
• research and advise on the best engineering solution to meet a client's needs and budget
• prepare engineering calculations required for the design of projects, and supervise the drafting of plans
• produce detailed designs and documentation for the construction and implementation of civil engineering projects
• organise the delivery of materials, plant machinery and equipment needed for the construction project and supervise labour
• develop detailed programmes for the coordination of site activities
• work with other engineers, architects, landscape architects and environmental scientists
• assist government bodies in preparing yearly works programmes (such as work on car parks, drainage, roads, aerodromes or sewerage systems) within set budgets
• operate computers to assist with the design of civil engineering projects
• coordinate and direct research, development and testing of materials, processes or systems related to civil engineering works
• research, advise on and plan the control and minimisation of air, water and solid waste pollution, and the management of water resources
• supervise the testing and commissioning of completed works
• analyse and interpret reports on loading, labour, productivity, quality, materials and performance
• analyse risks associated with natural disasters (including cyclones, earthquakes, fires and floods), and design structures and services to meet appropriate standards
• arrange for geological and geophysical investigations and carry out feasibility studies.

Are you Eligible to Live and Work in Australia as a Civil Engineer?

The assessment authority for this occupation is Engineers Australia and depending on your circumstances, there are five pathways available for migration skills assessment of your engineering degree.

You are required to receive a positive assessment for your qualifications and work experience from Engineers Australia if you are planning to migrate to Australia through skill migration program.

All applicants applying to have their skills assessed by Engineers Australia are required to provide evidence of their English language competency by sitting for an English language test unless exempted.

Click here to read further information regarding the process of assessment by Engineers Australia.

If you wish to check your eligibility to migrate permanently to Australia as a Civil Engineer, please fill out the below assessment form. The assessment is free. After submitting the form, a registered migration consultant will look into the information and advise you of the outcome of the assessment via your email address.