233212 · Unit Group 2332
Engineers Australia

CDR Writing for Geotechnical Engineer Skills Assessment

Geotechnical Engineers analyse soil and rock behaviour and design above ground and below ground foundation solutions for civil and structural projects. For Engineers Australia migration assessment, applicants with non accredited qualifications or applicants seeking assessment in a different occupation commonly use the CDR pathway to demonstrate competency for ANZSCO 233212.

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ANZSCO Code

233212

Skill Level

Level 1 or Equivalent

Assessing Authority

EA / AIM

Unit Group

2332

About the Occupation

ANZSCO 233212 – Geotechnical Engineer Overview

This occupation commonly works across professional scientific and technical services, mining, construction and major infrastructure projects. Work is usually split between field investigations on site and office based analysis, reporting and design coordination.

Key Responsibilities
  • ⚙️Plan and direct geotechnical site investigations
  • ⚙️Obtain soil and rock samples at different depths across sites
  • ⚙️Test and interpret soil and rock strength compressibility and related properties
  • ⚙️Assess bearing capacity settlement slope stability and excavation risks
  • ⚙️Determine safe soil loading for proposed structures
  • ⚙️Design shallow foundations deep foundations and below ground support systems
  • ⚙️Recommend ground improvement retaining and earth support solutions
  • ⚙️Prepare geotechnical reports specifications drawings and technical advice
  • ⚙️Review construction methods materials and quality requirements for ground related works
  • ⚙️Coordinate with civil structural and project teams during design and construction

233212

Geotechnical Engineer

Unit Group

2332

Skill Level

Assessing Authority

EA / AIM

MLTSSL Listed

189 Visa

482 Short Term

Qualification

Bachelor's or 5 yrs exp.

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Visa Eligibility

Occupation Lists & Visa Provisions

As 233212 is listed on the MLTSSL, holders of a positive skills assessment can apply for the widest range of General Skilled Migration visas.

✅ Included on these Occupation Lists
  • 189 Skilled Independent & Family Sponsored
  • 190 State/Territory Sponsored
  • 491 Skilled Work Regional
  • 186 ENS Visa
  • 187 RSMS Visa
  • 482 TSS Visa – Medium Term
  • 407 Training Visa
  • 489 (S/T) Occupations List
❌ Not Included
    Visa Provision Summary
    Geotechnical Engineer is on the Medium and Long term Strategic Skills List for ANZSCO 2013 skilled visas and also appears on the Core Skills Occupation List for employer sponsored subclass 482 Core Skills and subclass 186 Direct Entry. It is also available through regional skilled pathways including subclass 491 and subclass 494 subject to nomination and visa criteria.
    Eligible Migration Programs
    • SkillSelect Expression of Interest
    • State Nomination Programs
    • Employer Sponsored Migration
    • Regional Skilled Migration

    English Exempt Countries: English test exemptions generally cover passport holders from the United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada, New Zealand and the Republic of Ireland, subject to Engineers Australia evidence rules.

    Assessment Criteria

    Eligibility & Requirements for ANZSCO 233212

    To obtain a positive skills assessment you must meet the qualification, experience, and English language requirements set by Engineers Australia.

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    Qualification Requirement

    Bachelor degree or higher in engineering

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    Work Experience

    Relevant geotechnical employment supports migration pathways

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    EA Assessment

    A positive Engineers Australia skills assessment is required.

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    English Test

    Meet the current accepted English test scores.

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    Identity Proof

    Provide passport and supporting personal documents.

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    CDR Evidence

    Submit CDR documents if you use that pathway.

    English Language Requirements

    Minimum English Scores for Skills Assessment

    Engineers Australia requires applicants to demonstrate English proficiency. You must meet the minimum scores in one of the following tests.

    IELTS
    Listening 6 Reading 6 Writing 6 Speaking 6
    OET
    Not accepted
    TOEFL iBT
    Listening 16 Reading 16 Writing 19 Speaking 19
    PTE Academic
    Listening 47 Reading 48 Writing 51 Speaking 54

    English test exemptions generally cover passport holders from the United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada, New Zealand and the Republic of Ireland, subject to Engineers Australia evidence rules.

    Visa Pathways

    Visa Eligibility Table for 233212

    The table below shows which General Skilled Migration visas this occupation is eligible for based on the occupation lists it appears on.

    OccupationANZSCOAuthority189190491186187482 Med482 Short
    Geotechnical Engineer233212EA / AIM

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Common Questions About CDR Writing for Geotechnical Engineer

    Is Geotechnical Engineer 233212 assessed by Engineers Australia?+
    Yes. Engineers Australia is the assessing authority for ANZSCO 233212 Geotechnical Engineer.
    Do all applicants need a CDR for this occupation?+
    No. A CDR is mainly used for non accredited qualifications, occupation change assessments and certain other cases, while accredited pathway applicants may not need it.
    What is the skill level for Geotechnical Engineer?+
    This occupation is Skill Level 1, which generally aligns with a bachelor degree or higher qualification.
    Can this occupation apply for subclass 189 subclass 190 and subclass 491?+
    Yes. It is available for key points tested skilled migration pathways, subject to invitation, nomination and visa requirements.
    Which English tests does Engineers Australia accept?+
    Engineers Australia currently accepts IELTS TOEFL iBT PTE Academic and Cambridge C1 Advanced. OET is not listed as an accepted test for this assessment.
    Which visas are relevant for employer sponsorship?+
    Common employer sponsored options include subclass 186 Direct Entry, subclass 482 Core Skills Stream and subclass 494 Employer Sponsored Stream, subject to nomination and visa rules.

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