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ANZSCO 312111Updated 2026-01-29
Architectural Draftsperson
National shortage level: Low
Snapshot
Median pay: AUD 120k
Weekly earnings: AUD 2300
Salary range: AUD 108k-AUD 132k
Job ads trend: Not listed
Time to hire: Varies
Visa pathways: Check eligibility
State distribution
31.6%
NSW
30.2%
VIC
18.1%
QLD
Education mix
33.8%
advanced diploma/ diploma
28.7%
bachelor degree
14.2%
Post graduate
Role overview
Architectural Draftspersons complete Architects' concepts by preparing drawings and plans, and liaising with builders and contractors.
What you do
- • Assists construction managers, architects and surveyors in planning and organisation.
- • Interprets plans, regulations and codes of practice.
- • Prepares preliminary sketches, working drawings and specifications.
Core skills
Credentials & pathway
- Recommended level: advanced diploma/ diploma (33.8%)
Recent job ads
No ads listed yet.
Tasks
- • Assists construction managers, architects and surveyors in planning and organisation.
- • Co-ordinates works programs.
- • Interprets plans, regulations and codes of practice.
Earnings
Weekly median: AUD 2300
Annual median: AUD 120k
Range: AUD 108k-AUD 132k