Chemical Engineer ANZSCO 233111

The unit group 2331 refers to Chemical and Materials Engineers in the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO).

Chemical and materials engineers are responsible for designing and preparing specifications for chemical process systems and the construction and operation of chemical-scale chemical plants. Additionally, they are responsible for supervising industrial processes and the fabrication of products undergoing physical and chemical changes. They investigate the properties of metals, ceramics, polymers, and other materials.

Occupations in Unit Group 2331

• 233111 Chemical Engineer –  Responsible for designing, developing, and operating commercial-scale chemical plants and processes, like mining, pharmaceuticals, oil refining, etc. 
• 2331112 Materials Engineer – Investigates the properties of metals, ceramics, polymers, and other materials to develop, test, and improve them for industrial and commercial applications. 

Indicative Skill Level

Skill Level 1

There’s a system for classifying occupations regarding skill level as per the ANZSCO codes. Skill level 1 is the highest level of skill required, which is the indicative skill level for chemical engineers. In order to work as a chemical engineer in Australia, candidates need to have a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in chemical engineering. It is also necessary to have relevant work experience in the field. 

The skill level 1 jobs are considered to be highly skilled and demand a high level of knowledge, expertise, and experience in the specific field or industry. The job roles are mostly managerial or professional, involving complex decision-making and requiring high autonomy and responsibility. 

You can go through all ACS ANZSCO codes to gain a proper understanding of the occupation and processes, and how they differ. 

Skills Assessment Authority

For Australia – Engineers Australia is the skills and chemical engineers competency assessment authority for chemical engineers in Australia. They assess the Competency Demonstration Report to evaluate if an engineer’s qualifications or work experience match Australian standards. 

For New Zealand – Engineering New Zealand is the skills assessment authority responsible for assessing the skills, qualifications, and experience of chemical engineers who wish to migrate to New Zealand under the skilled migrant category. 

Tasks to Perform for Chemical Engineer

Here’s a look at the tasks of a chemical engineer: 

• Planning, directing, and coordinating the chemical manufacturing process
• Managing and leading a team of chemical engineers and technicians
• Developing and implementing quality control measures to ensure product consistency
• Conducting research and development activities to improve processes and products
• Chemical engineers work in various industries, like manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and mining
• Involved in developing and reviewing plans for new products, improving existing ones, and ensuring the manufacturing processes are safe and efficient
• Play a crucial role in addressing environmental issues, like reducing waste and emissions

English Requirement

IELTS – Minimum score of 6 (Learning, Reading, Writing), 7 in speaking and 7 overall

OET – Minimum grade B in all sections

TOEFL – Minimum score of 12 in learning, 13 in reading, 21 in writing, 23 in speaking, and 93 overall

PTE Academic – Minimum score of 50 (Learning, Reading, Writing), 65 in speaking and 65 overall

Exceptions for English Language Requirements

• If you are from the United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand, the US, or the Republic of Ireland, you might not be required to attend English language tests.
• If you have completed at least five years of full-time study in a secondary and tertiary education in an English medium institution, you might be exempted from English language requirements. 
• In case you have worked full-time in a professional occupation for at least three years where the primary mode of communication was in English, you might not have to attend the tests. However, this is generally applicable for specific visa programs.