OSCA 372133 Joiner & Visa Options

Last Updated on March 25, 2025 by Ozlinks Education

About OSCA 372133 Joiner

Occupation: OSCA 372133 Joiner is an exciting career in Australia. This is due to Australia’s increased demand for competent Joiner. To migrate to Australia under the General Skilled Migration (GSM) program, visa applicants must complete a skill assessment program. One of the most important requirements for a visa application is a migration skills assessment.

This assessment ensures that the applicant’s skills and qualifications meet the Australian standards for their trade. Successfully passing the skill assessment for migration not only strengthens your application but also enhances your prospects of securing employment in Australia. Obtain all relevant details about your visa application.

Note: The new OSCA 372133 Joiner occupation corresponds to the previous code ANZSCO 331213, Joiner.

OSCA 372133 Joiner

A joiner cuts, shapes and fits timber parts in workshops to form structures and fittings, ready for installation.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Main tasks

  • Interprets plans, specifications and drawings to determine joinery materials and methods required to meet project specifications
  • Uses hand or power tools and static machines, and programs and operates computer-controlled machinery to produce joinery components
  • Manufactures and assembles joinery components such as multi panelled doors, window sashes and cabinet carcasses
  • Designs, manufactures and finishes wooden stairs, including stair posts, handrails and balustrades
  • Assembles components using joinery methods such as clamps, cramps, pressers, packers and wedges
  • Disassembles joinery components and packages them for transport

OSCA Skill Level 3

The OSCA Skill Level 3 requires you to have at least one of the following qualifications in a relevant field. Your qualification is compatible with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

  • AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or
  • AQF Certificate IV, or
  • at least three years of relevant experience

Specialisations

  • Stair Builder

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Skills Assessment Requirements

OSCA Skill Level: 3 | Assessing Authority: TRA

A skills assessment determines if you have the necessary skills and experience to work in Australia at the right level for your job under the OSCA 372133 Joiner. To apply, you’ll need to provide documentation demonstrating your employment, skills, and knowledge that must meet the criteria set by Trades Recognition Australia. This evidence may include references from your employers, detailed job descriptions, and any relevant qualifications. Successfully demonstrating your capabilities is essential for obtaining a positive skills assessment outcome.

Note: *Upon completion of the skills assessment, you will be awarded the Certificate III in Joinery

Skills Assessment Pathway

There are two skills assessment pathways either Pathway 1 or Pathway 2 depends on whether you have or don’t have an accepted Australian qualification.

Pathway 1: You don't have an Australian qualification

As part of the skill assessment criteria, you must have:

  • 5 years of work experience without formal training, or
  • 3 years of full-time work experience (or the part-time equivalent) at the required skill level, with relevant formal training, and
  • At least 12 months of full-time relevant work experience within the last 3 years.

Pathway 2 - You do have an Australian qualification

As part of the skill assessment criteria, you must have:

  • An Australian qualification including a Statement of Results, and
  • 3 years of full-time work experience (or the part-time equivalent) at the required skill level, and
  • At least 12 months of full-time relevant work experience within the last 3 years.

Skills Assessment Process

The skills assessment process for the occupation consists of 2 steps:

1-Documentary Evidence

The first step in the skills assessment process is to submit your application along with all required supporting documents. This submission relates to either pathway 1 or pathway 2, which must include evidence of your employment and qualifications for approval.

2-Technical Interview

A technical interview is usually held either in person or via a video call with an assessor. During this interview, the assessor will ask a range of questions related to the skills and knowledge pertinent to your occupation. Typically, this interview lasts approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Skill Assessment Outcome

If you successfully completed skill assessment with positive outcome you will receive the following:

  • an Australian Certificate III or IV qualification and Statement of Results*.
  • a successful skills assessment result letter for your visa application.

If your trade skills assessment is unsuccessful, you will receive:

  • an unsuccessful skills assessment result letter
  • a Statement of Results and Statement of Attainment.

Skill Assessment Application Fees

The following table shows the fees that the assessment authority charges for the skill assessment based on the assessment pathway you select.

Pathway 1 Application Fees (AUD)

Stage 1 - Documentary Evidence Assessment

 $1,120

Stage 2 - Technical Interview

$2,000

Pathway 2 Application Fees (AUD)

Stage 1 - Documentary Evidence Assessment

$1,120

Stage 2 - Technical Interview

$900
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General Skilled Migration Program

The General Skilled Migration program is a points-based visa that enables eligible overseas skilled workers to migrate to Australia without the need for an employer to sponsor their visa. In order to qualify for general skilled migration visas, you must possess a skill in a profession that is in high demand in Australia.

This visa system is points-based and assesses applicants on a variety of criteria, such as their academic background, work experience, English language proficiency, and age. The program ensures that migrants can effectively integrate into the Australian workforce and society by prioritising those with skills in demand in addition to addressing labour shortages.

Successful applicants can stay and work in Australia indefinitely on a permanent visa. The General Skilled Migration program is divided into three visa subclasses, which include:

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Disclaimer: 

Information under ANZSCO Occupations (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations) section is published in accordance with a Creative Commons Attribution 2.5 Australia licence guideline. ANZSCO Version 1.3 updated on 25 March 2021 and original source can be accessed on Australian Bureau of Statistics website.

This section does not intend to provide immigration assistance pursuant to section 276 of Migration Act (Cth) 1994 as described in the Migration laws. It is based on public guidelines available at Department of Home Affairs’ Website. It is your responsibility to verify accuracy and status of provided information with your Registered Migration Agent (RMA) who is bound by the MARA code of conduct before submitting any visa applications.