Architectural Draftsperson - 312111

Previously referred to in ASCO as:
3121-13 Architectural Associate

Job description

Completes Architects' concepts by preparing drawings and plans, and liaising with builders and contractors.

Skill level

This occupation has a level of skill commensurate with an AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma. 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 (ANZSCO Skill Level 2).

If you require further information on this occupation, please refer to the Australian Bureau of Statistics website.
See: Unit Group 3121 - Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians

Information on the skill level of each occupation is consistent with the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) and may differ from the requirements set by the assessing authorities for obtaining a skills assessment. Please contact the relevant assessing authority for your nominated occupation to check on their requirements.

Skills assessment authority

Before you can migrate to Australia as a skilled migrant, you must have your skills assessed by the relevant national assessment authority. The assessment authority for your occupation is Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services (VETASSESS).
See: VETASSESS

If you want to claim points for your qualifications and/or work experience in your nominated or closely related occupation you should forward all the relevant documents to the relevant skills assessing authority. Based on your documents, the assessing authority will provide advice to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship on your qualifications and/or work experience. The department will consider this advice when awarding points for your qualifications and work experience.

Note: If your qualifications are not in a relevant field to your nominated occupation and you want to claim points, the assessing authority will be unable to provide advice to the department. In these circumstances, the department will make a determination of how many points will be awarded to your qualifications.

Licensing or registration requirements

In many occupations you must be registered with or obtain a license from a local authority in the state or territory where you want to practise your occupation. Contact the local authority in your relevant state or territory to enquire about the licensing or registration requirements.

New South Wales

NSW Architects Registration Board.
See: NSW Architects Registration Board

Queensland

Building Services Authority.
See: Building Services Authority

Australian Capital Territory

Registration is compulsory.

Australian Capital Territory Architects Board.
See: ACT Planning and Land Authority

Professional associations

You may benefit from becoming a member of a relevant industry association for your occupation. This could help you with your employment prospects, networking, contact with industry and professional development and may provide you with important information and support.

Australian Institute of Architects.
See: Australian Institute of Architects

Australian Association of Consulting Architects.
See: Association of Consulting Architects Australia