Engineers and technicians applying for migration skills assessment as a Mechanical Engineering Technician — ANZSCO 312512 should note that under current Australian Government migration instruments (including LIN 19/051 and LIN 24/093), the designated assessing authority for ANZSCO 312512 is Trades Recognition Australia (TRA), whereas Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson (ANZSCO 312511) is assessed by Engineers Australia.
ANZSCO 312512 Assessing Authority Framework
Under the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO), Mechanical Engineering Technician — ANZSCO 312512 is classified as a Skill Level 2 occupation within Unit Group 3125 (Mechanical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians). Officially recognized ANZSCO specialisations include:
- Boiler Testing Technician
- Hydraulic Controls Technician
- Mechanical Laboratory Technician
- Pipe Testing Technician
Applicants holding qualifications as a Mechanical Engineering Technician must submit their skills assessment through Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) under relevant skilled migration pathways, rather than Engineers Australia’s Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) process.
Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson (312511) vs Technician (312512)
Candidates must carefully distinguish between the two occupations in Unit Group 3125:
- Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson (ANZSCO 312511): Assessed by Engineers Australia. Focuses primarily on preparing detailed mechanical manufacturing drawings, CAD 3D models, component tolerances, and assembly documentation. Review our Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson Guide.
- Mechanical Engineering Technician (ANZSCO 312512): Assessed by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA). Focuses on testing mechanical plant systems, collecting pressure/vibration performance data, supporting machinery installation, and component quality inspection.
Assessing Authority Guidance & Trade Licensing Distinction
An assessing authority skills assessment outcome for ANZSCO 312512 is evaluated for migration purposes and must not be confused with mechanical trade licensing (Mechanical Fitter, Fitter and Turner). For applicants whose qualifications align with Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson (312511) or Mechanical Engineer (233512), Engineers Australia provides skills assessment via accredited pathways or the CDR process. Consult our Mechanical Engineer CDR Guide and Engineers Australia Skill Assessment Guide.
For applicants proceeding under ANZSCO 312512, refer to official Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) guidelines for qualification proof, employment evidence, and application requirements.