OSCA occupation

OSCA 741938: Streetsweeper Operator

Operates plant to clean streets and gutters of litter and debris. This record sits in Other Mobile Plant Operators. Related ANZSIC industry links are included for faster classification cross-checking. Skill level 4 is attached to this occupation record.

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Role overview

Operates plant to clean streets and gutters of litter and debris.

Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.

Occupation facts

Skill level
4
Major group
7 Machinery Operators and Drivers
Sub-major group
74 Mobile Plant Operators
Minor group
741 Mobile Plant Operators
Unit group
7419 Other Mobile Plant Operators

Tasks

  • Operates equipment to dampen dust and collect and dispose of litter and debris from streets and other paved surfaces
  • Keeps records of areas cleaned
  • Inspects and undertakes minor maintenance on street cleaning equipment

Skill level guidance

Skill level helps place the occupation inside the ABS hierarchy. Use it as a classification cue, then check the actual task list and occupational context before making a decision for HR, visa or reporting work.

How to use this occupation page

Start with the official OSCA title and task list. Then confirm the parent unit group and compare the related occupations on this page if the job title is broad, overlapping or used differently across employers.

The ANZSIC links are there to help when the same occupation appears across several industries and you need the business-side classification as well.

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Compare OSCA 741938 with related occupations

Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.

Comparison pointCurrent code741938 Streetsweeper Operator741931 Aircraft Baggage Handler and Ground Crew741932 Aircraft Refueller
Official role definitionOperates plant to clean streets and gutters of litter and debris.Loads and unloads air freight, directs planes, positions staircases and performs other aircraft ground services to ensure aircraft operations run efficiently.Fills aircraft with aviation fuel by operating a tanker truck or hydrant vehicle and connecting a fuel system to the aircraft fuel tank. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill levelSkill Level 4Skill Level 4Skill Level 4
Key tasks
  • Operates equipment to dampen dust and collect and dispose of litter and debris from streets and other paved surfaces
  • Keeps records of areas cleaned
  • Inspects and undertakes minor maintenance on street cleaning equipment
  • Loads and unloads air freight from aircraft
  • Inspects air freight to ensure it is properly loaded and secured
  • Operates vehicles and material-moving equipment during the loading, unloading and transportation of air freight
  • Sorts air freight for processing, transport or storage
  • Operates fuelling vehicles and equipment to refuel aircraft according to specific fuel requirements
  • Connects ground fuel storage tanks to aircraft by operating pumps and valves, managing flow rates to prevent overfilling or under filling
  • Monitors fuel levels in storage tanks and ensures accurate and safe fuelling of aircraft
  • Inspects fuelling equipment and reports any malfunctions or damage while following safety procedures and regulations

Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.

Compliance risk score

4 of 4 factors passing

10 / 10
Verified official source
- ABS OSCA occupation record present
Previous edition migration
- OSCA to ANZSCO correspondence attached
Complete hierarchy
- Major, sub-major, minor and unit group links are present
Legacy crosswalk
- Legacy ANZSCO correspondence attached

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Frequently asked questions

What does OSCA 741938 do?

Streetsweeper Operator is the current ABS occupation record used to describe a specific occupation. It sits in the OSCA hierarchy and carries skill-level context plus related titles and tasks.

How should I read the skill level?

The skill level tells you the educational or training depth that the ABS associates with the occupation. It is a classification signal, not a salary band or a qualification checklist on its own.

Why is industry context shown on an occupation page?

Industry context helps when the title is common or ambiguous. It shows where the occupation is typically employed so you can compare it with the right ANZSIC family.

Source and trust

Official source
ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
Last reviewed
2026-04-17

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