Marine Surveyor Skill Assessment - -231215

Marine Surveyor Skill Assessment

  • ANZSCO

    2312152013

  • List

    ROL

Descriptions

Surveys machines and hulls of ships to ensure they are constructed, equipped and maintained according to safety standards, rules and regulations laid down by marine authorities. Registration or licensing is required.

Aliases

Ship's Surveyor Skill Assessment

Job Description

  • Directing fishing operations by using knowledge about the species sought, fishing areas, seasons and the capabilities of the vessel and crew
  • Directing crew in catching fish, molluscs and crustacea at varying depths using nets, lines, poles, pots and traps
  • Planning, controlling and coordinating the operational and maintenance requirements of a ship's propulsion and domestic plant and equipment
  • Operating plant and equipment and performing routine maintenance on ship's systems including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam generating, and fire prevention and control systems
  • Controlling and directing shipping operations to ensure the safe and efficient loading and transport of cargo and passengers
  • Ensuring compliance with regulations pertaining to safety at sea and protection of the marine environment
  • Directing the activities of the deck crew for navigational support tasks, berthing and unberthing, maintenance, cleaning and painting of superstructures, and repair and replacement of defective deck gear and equipment
  • Navigating a ship by supervising the ship's course and speed according to predetermined passage plans and safety procedures
  • Examining and approving design plans of hulls and equipment such as main propulsion engines, auxiliary boilers and turbines, electrical power generating plant, refrigeration and airconditioning plant and pumping systems
  • Conducting periodic surveys throughout a ship's life to ensure standards are maintained

Available Visa Types

Other Visa Types

  • 494 - Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional) (subclass 494) - Employer sponsored stream

Skill Assessment

Maritime Transportation Professional Skills Assessment

Eligibility Assessment

  • The nominated occupation belongs to the ANZSCO 2312 series (Master, Engineer, Officer, Surveyor).
  • Holds an AMSA-recognized maritime qualification (Certificate of Competency, CoC) that corresponds to the nominated occupation.
  • Education and work experience must meet the standards of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) STCW Convention.

Assessment Steps

  1. 提交申请
    • 通过 AMSA 官方网站提交 Migration Skills Assessment。
  2. 文件准备与提交
    • 身份证明（护照）。
    • 学历证书与成绩单。
    • 海事资格证书（CoC – Certificate of Competency）。
    • 海上服务记录（Sea Service Record / Logbook）。
    • 英语能力证明（如需）。
  3. 文件评估
    • AMSA 审核申请人学历和证书是否符合 STCW 公约 与澳大利亚标准。
    • 核实海上工作经历（通常需要官方证明，如船东或雇主出具）。
  4. 结果
    • 评估通过后，AMSA 出具 Migration Skills Assessment 结果信。

Assessment Requirements

  • Minimum Education Requirements
    • A degree in a relevant maritime discipline (e.g., Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Maritime Operations).
    • The degree must comply with the standards of the STCW Convention.
  • Qualification Certificate Requirements
    • Must hold a Certificate of Competency (CoC) corresponding to the nominated occupation and recognized by AMSA.
      • For example:
        • Master → Master CoC
        • Engineer → Engineer Class CoC
        • Officer → Deck/Engineer Officer CoC
        • Surveyor → Marine Surveyor Licence
  • Work Experience Requirements
    • Provide valid seagoing service records proving practical operational and navigational experience.
    • Generally requires no less than 12–36 months of relevant experience, depending on the occupation and certificate level.
  • English Language Requirements (if the degree was not taught in English):
    • IELTS Academic: Overall score ≥ 6.0, with no band less than 5.5
    • Or equivalent TOEFL iBT / PTE Academic scores
  • Other Requirements
    • Applicants must meet AMSA's health and medical fitness requirements.
    • If qualifications or certificates are obtained overseas, a detailed course syllabus / training content must be submitted.
    • AMSA may require additional written tests, oral exams, or interviews to confirm the applicant's professional competence.

Assessing Authorities

  1. AMSA

Information Source

https://www.amsa.gov.au/qualifications-training/international-qualifications/immigration-skills-assessment-mariners

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