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ANZSCO 232213

Cartographer

MLTSSLCSOLSkill level 1Assessed by VETASSESSListed in the 4 June 2026 SkillSelect round (subclass 189)No Shortage

General information, not immigration advice. Data as at 2026-10-22.

About this occupation

ANZSCO 2022

Applies scientific, mathematical and cartographic design principles to prepare and revise maps, charts and other forms of cartographic output.

Skill level 1

Unit group 2322

Surveyors and Spatial Scientists

Surveyors and Spatial Scientists plan, direct and conduct survey work to determine and delineate boundaries and features of tracts of land, marine floors and underground works, prepare and revise maps, charts and other geographic products, and analyse, present and maintain geographical information about locations in space and time.

Indicative skill level

In Australia and New Zealand

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks include

  • Determining the position of points of interest on the earth's surface including marine floors, and preparing the final product data in digital form
  • Supervising the preparation of plans, maps, charts and drawings, to give pictorial representations and managing spatial information systems
  • Undertaking research and development of surveying and photogrammetric measurement systems, cadastral systems and land information systems
  • Planning and designing land subdivision projects and negotiating details with local governments and other authorities
  • Advising Architects, Engineering Professionals, environmental and other scientists or other relevant professionals on the technical requirements of surveying, mapping, and spatial information systems
  • Compiling and evaluating data, interpreting codes of practice, and writing reports concerning survey measurement, land use and tenure
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  • Preparing site plans and survey reports required for conveyancing and land ownership matters
  • Evaluating, compiling and maintaining spatial information using a range of digital and graphical source materials, including aerial photographs, satellite imagery, survey documents, existing maps and records, historical data, reports and statistics
  • Analysing and interpreting data to design maps, graphs, plans, drawings, and three-dimensional models using geographic information and related systems
  • Developing and trialling new applications for use in geographic information systems
  • Supervising and coordinating the work of Surveying or Spatial Science Technicians in the production and reproduction of geographic products

Occupations in this unit group

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, ANZSCO 2022. CC BY 4.0.

ANZSCO 2022 (the edition the CSOL uses for the 482 and 186 visas)

Title in this edition: Cartographer, skill level 1

Major group
2 Professionals
Sub-major group
23 Design, Engineering, Science and Transport Professionals
Minor group
232 Architects, Designers, Planners and Surveyors
Unit group
2322 Surveyors and Spatial Scientists

The title and groups are the same in ANZSCO 2013 v1.2 and ANZSCO 2022.

Occupation Shortage List (2026)

National rating
No Shortage
Confidence
On-balance
Rated on
ANZSCO 2022

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, 2026 Occupation Shortage List - 6 digit ANZSCO and OSCA, released 21 October 2026. CC BY 4.0.

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, ANZSCO (CC BY 4.0). Source: Department of Home Affairs, Skilled occupation list (CC BY 4.0). Source: Australian Government Department of Home Affairs, SkillSelect invitation rounds, CC BY 3.0 AU. Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, 2026 Occupation Shortage List. © Commonwealth of Australia, CC BY 4.0. Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Employee Earnings and Hours, Australia, May 2025. © Commonwealth of Australia, CC BY 4.0. Search another occupation