Search Bar and Catalogue Selection
The Anzscosearch tool provides a powerful and flexible way to explore occupations relevant to skilled migration. It allows you to search using official ANZSCO titles and codes, as well as by alternative job titles, specialisations, and NEC (Not Elsewhere Classified) categories. Additionally, you can choose between different occupational catalogues to align your search with the most relevant data source, depending on your purpose.
Search Bar Functionality
When using the main search bar on the Anzscosearch homepage, you can broaden your search results by enabling the option:
"Include alternative titles, specialisations, NEC"
This allows the search engine to include occupations that may not match the official ANZSCO title exactly but are still relevant. You can search by:
- Alternative Titles: Commonly used job names that refer to the same occupation as the official ANZSCO title.
- Specialisations: Specific roles or functions within a broader occupation.
- NEC (Not Elsewhere Classified): Occupations that are recognised but do not have a dedicated six-digit ANZSCO code. These are grouped under broader NEC categories.
How to Use It
- Go to the main search bar on the homepage.
- Toggle the setting to include alternative titles, specialisations, and NEC categories.
- Enter a job title or keyword.
- Review the results, which may include:
- A – Alternative Title
- S – Specialisation
- N – NEC category
Each search result will include the related ANZSCO code in brackets, helping you identify the most suitable occupation even if you’re unsure of the official terminology.
Example
Searching for Financial Analyst returns:
221111 – Accountant (General)
This entry is marked with the S badge to indicate that it is a specialisation.
Even though “Financial Analyst” is not the main ANZSCO title, it is a recognised role under the broader Accountant (General) occupation.
Why It Matters
Using these extended search options helps:
- Discover relevant occupations that may not be immediately obvious
- Increase the accuracy of occupation-to-visa matching
- Support users whose job titles vary by industry or country
Catalogue Selection
In addition to flexible search terms, Anzscosearch allows you to select between different catalogues of occupations. These catalogues represent various versions of Australia’s occupational classification frameworks and are used for different purposes. You can select a catalogue using the toggle option located at the top of the search interface.
The available catalogue options are:
ANZSCO v1.2 / v1.3 / v2022 (Migration Catalogue)
This is the default catalogue and the most relevant for visa-related searches. It combines all currently valid ANZSCO codes used by the Department of Home Affairs for skilled migration purposes. This includes:
- Points-tested visas (e.g., subclass 189, 190, 491)
- Employer-sponsored visas (e.g., 482, 186, 494)
- State and territory nomination programs
It aligns your search with occupations eligible under current migration policies.
ANZSCO v2022 (Reference Only)
This catalogue reflects the latest update by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), but it is not currently used for migration purposes. It is provided for reference only and is useful for:
- Comparing recent occupational changes
- Understanding revised occupation groupings or terminology
OSCA v1.0 (Reference Only)
OSCA (Occupational Skills Classification of Australia) is a newly released framework intended to eventually replace ANZSCO. It is not yet adopted for migration or visa programs. It is included in Anzscosearch for reference purposes only and is useful for:
- Monitoring long-term structural changes in Australia’s occupational classification
- Policy research and workforce planning
Catalogue Summary
| Catalogue | Use Case | Migration Use | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANZSCO v1.2 / v1.3 / v2022 | Visa eligibility | Yes | Primary catalogue for skilled visas |
| ANZSCO v2022 (Reference Only) | Research and comparison | No | Not used by the Department of Home Affairs |
| OSCA v1.0 (Reference Only) | Future planning and research | No | Early-stage framework, not for visas |
Conclusion
The combination of a flexible search bar and catalogue selector enables users to efficiently explore occupations, even when they lack precise job titles or codes. By supporting alternative job names and multiple classification sources, Anzscosearch helps you find accurate and relevant occupation matches aligned with Australian migration requirements or occupational research.