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MIGRATE TO AUSTRALIA AS A SURVEYOR
The Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) provides information used by Australia to check the skill levels of jobs, and the qualifications and/or experience needed to work in those jobs when assessing applicants for certain visas
How to Migrate to Australia as a Quantity Surveyor
Be aged under 45
Score 65 Australian Immigration Points
Have a Positive Skills Assessment from Vetasses
Lodge an Expression of Interest
Receive an Invitation to Apply Pay the Visa Fees Pass Health and Character Checks
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There are three lists within ANZSCO:
Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)
Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)
Regional Occupation List (ROL)
If your occupation appears on one of these lists, you may be eligible for emigration to Australia.
Here’s the good news
Quantity quantity surveyors are on the MLTSSL!
This means there is a shortage of professionals in Australia to fill all the gaps in the job market Seeing as these occupations are important for Australia to do well as a country, the government has approved hiring talent from overseas.
Don’t start celebrating just yet!
Appearing on the MLTSSL is only the first step
Each occupation has a code assigned to it, a skill level and also an assessing authority, and you have to meet all the requirements associated with these different parts of the process to qualify for a skilled migration visa.
ANZSCO Code
The ANZSCO code assigned to quantity quantity surveyors is 233213 This code gives us more details about the criteria quantity quantity surveyors have to meet in order to qualify to emigrate to Australia.
The first thing we look at is the group that quantity quantity surveyors fall under:
Major Group: 2 – Professionals | Sub-Major Group: 23 – Design, Engineering, Science and Transport Professionals | Minor Group: 233 – Engineering Professionals | Unit Group: 2332 – Civil Engineering Professionals
As you can see there are four groups showing how the code is made up – we are mostly interested in the code (233213) which is specific to quantity quantity surveyors
Description of Role
This part of the ANZSCO criteria lays out a broad description of what a quantity quantity surveyor is supposed to be able to do:
Estimates and monitors construction costs from the project feasibility stage, through tender preparation, to the construction period and beyond
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REQUIRED SKILL LEVEL
Quantity quantity surveyors is a Skill Level 1, which means you must have a level of skill comparable with a bachelor degree or higher qualification In the absence of a formal qualification, at least five years of relevant experience may act as a substitute.
In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
When applying for emigration as a quantity quantity surveyor, you must be able to demonstrate or prove that you can perform the majority of the tasks below:
Determining construction methods, materials and quality standards, and drafting and interpreting specifications, drawings, plans, construction methods and procedures
Organising and directing site labour and the delivery of construction materials, plant and equipment, and establishing detailed programs for the coordination of site activities
Obtaining soil and rock samples at different depths across sites and testing samples to determine strength, compressibility and other factors that affect the behaviour of soil and rock when a structure is imposed and determining the safe loading for the soil
Studying architectural and engineering drawings and specifications to estimate total costs, and preparing detailed cost plans and estimates as tools to assist in budgetary control
Monitoring changes to designs, assessing effects on cost, and measuring, valuing and negotiating variations to designs.
Analysing structural systems for both static and dynamic loads
Designing structures to ensure they do not collapse, bend, twist or vibrate in undesirable ways.
Assessing present and future travel flow patterns taking into account population increase and needs change
Designing the physical aspects of transportation systems such as highways, railroads, urban transit, air transportation, logistical supply systems and their terminals
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JMany people mistakenly think that finding a job is the first step when immigrating.
In fact, the first step should always be an immigration assessment to see if you have the necessary skills, qualifications and experience to live and work in Australia
Why do we say this?
Our reasoning is two-fold.
Firstly, if you don’t meet the requirements for skilled migration, you won’t be able to apply for a visa
Secondly, doing an assessment first and knowing for sure that you’re eligible for immigration enables you to job hunt with confidence Employers are much more likely to extend job offers if they know that you can work in Australia.
The golden rule? Do an assessment, then find a job
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Frequently Asked Questions
COMMON MIGRATION QUESTIONS
What are the eligibility requirements for immigrating to Australia as a Quantity Surveyor?
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Eligibility requirements include being aged under 45, scoring 65 points on the Australian Immigration Points Score, having the required skills, qualifications, and meeting health and character checks
Which skilled migration visas are suitable for Quantity Surveyors in Australia?
The Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) is a popular choice for Quantity Surveyors who want to immigrate to Australia independently without the need for sponsorship by an Australian employer
The Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) is another attractive option for Quantity Surveyors seeking to immigrate to Australia Unlike the subclass 189 visa the subclass 190 requires Quantity Surveyors to be nominated by an Australian state or territory government
How do I get my Quantity Surveyor skills assessed for Australian immigration purposes?
The Australian assessing authority for Quantity Surveyors is Vetassess They are responsible for evaluating your qualifications, experience and skills to ensure they meet Australian standards For Quantity Surveyors, the assessment includes a review of your practical experience and any relevant certifications you hold
Can I apply for permanent residency as a Quantity Surveyor in Australia?
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Yes, the 189 and 190 visa subclass grants Permanent Residency to holders right from the start The PR rights and privileges awarded to you also apply to your spouse / partner and any dependents
What are the processing times for skilled migration visas for Quantity Surveyors?
Expect the whole process to take between 7 and 16 months from absolute start of the visa process to the absolute end
Can I include my family members in my immigration application as a Quantity Surveyor?
Yes! Your immediate family members are included
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Frequently Asked Questions Continued
COMMON MIGRATION QUESTIONS
What are the best places to look for work as a Quantity Surveyor in Australia?
The best places to search for Quantity Surveyor jobs in Australia include major cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth These cities have a great construction and lots of opportunities
Suburban and rural areas are also excellent options for Quantity Surveyors migrating to Australia because they have a lower cost of living and a better work life balance Smaller communities may have a demand for skilled Quantity Surveyors in residential construction and artisan woodworking
Are there any specific websites or job boards focused on Quantity Surveyor jobs in Australia?
Yes, you can use job search websites like Seek (www seek com au) and Indeed (www indeed com au)
These platforms list Quantity Surveyor positions across Australia
Additionally, as a Migration Consultant LLC client you have access to our dedicated Quantity Surveyor recruitment service for new migrants to Australia
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