Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians
- Classification
- Unit
- Major group
- Technicians and Trades Workers
Classification
- Major group
- 3Technicians and Trades Workers
- Sub-major group
- 31Engineering, ICT and Science Technicians
- Minor group
- 312Building and Engineering Technicians
Description
Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians assist in civil engineering research, design, construction, operations and maintenance.
Skill level
Australia
AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
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
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