Specialisations

 

Skill Level

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

 

Job Description & Tasks

Studies physical aspects of the earth to determine its structure and composition, and to locate and advise on the extraction of minerals, petroleum or ground water.

• conducts studies of the structure, nature and formation of the earth’s crust and of the minerals contained in it
• studies and dates fossils and rock strata to develop knowledge of the evolution and biology of life forms, or to assess their commercial applications
• studies the effects of natural events such as erosion, sedimentation, earthquakes and volcanic activity on the formation of the Earth’s surface and sea beds
• examines and analyses geological specimens, rock cores, cuttings and samples using optical, chemical, electronic and mechanical techniques
• interprets remote sensing data to identify geological formations and anomalous areas for prospective exploration
• determines the economic viability of extracting mineral resources in cooperation with other professionals and the possible impact on the geological environment of development proposals
• determines the environmental impact of resource extraction proposals
• interprets research data from laboratory studies or exploration and prepares geological reports and maps
• prepares or supervises the preparation of laboratory reports and scientific papers
• supervises the work of technical officers, technicians and survey hands

 

This occupation is included in the following occupation lists;

Skilled Occupations List (SQL)

This occupation is on the Skilled Occupations List and can be applied for under the Skilled Migration Programme.

Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL)

This occupation is not on the Migration Occupations in Demand List and is not eligible for MODL points.

Skilled Regional Sponsored (SRS)

This visa allows you to be sponsored by a relative living in a Designated Area or to be nominated by a State or Territory government. To apply for nomination by a State/Territory your occupation must in demand in that particular government.

Please note that many occupations in demand by a State or Territory are required to have a specialisation and not all specialisations are detailed in the lists. You can check for further information through CMS or directly through the State or Territory.

This occupation is in demand in;
Western Australia
Northern Territory

Temporary Business Sponsorship (457)

This occupation is on the approved list of occupations for temporary business sponsorship and may be sponsored for a 457 visa.

Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS)

This occupation is on the approved list of occupations for the Employer Nomination Scheme and may be nominated by a company under the ENS.