ANZSCO 1.3 occupation

Safety Inspector: ANZSCO code 312611

Safety Inspector is occupation 312611 in ANZSCO 1.3, the classification Immigration New Zealand uses for most work visas and every Skilled Migrant Category application. It sits at ANZSCO skill level 2, in unit group 3126 Safety Inspectors.

ANZSCO code: 312611
Skill level: 2
Unit group: 3126 Safety Inspectors
Green List: No

Safety Inspector: qualifications and experience required in New Zealand

ANZSCO places this occupation at skill level 2. For New Zealand, ANZSCO describes the qualifications and experience as:

NZQF Diploma. At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.

Under the National Occupation List, code 312611 is "Safety Inspector" at NOL skill level 2: NZQCF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (NZQCF Level 5-6/NOL Skill Level 2).

A skill level describes the occupation, not you. Immigration New Zealand matches a job to the single closest occupation, and the skill level comes from that occupation; more experience does not move an occupation to a higher level.

What does a safety inspector do?

Inspects machines, equipment, working conditions and public places to ensure compliance with government and industry standards and regulations, in relation to occupational health and safety. Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks for unit group 3126 Safety Inspectors include:

Examining equipment specifications, and inspecting and testing machines, equipment and clothing to ensure compliance with safety standards and serviceability
Inspecting factories and other work sites to ensure compliance with government and industry standards and regulations
Observing workers to ensure protective devices are being utilised according to regulations and that combustible and other hazardous materials are used and stored in accordance with approved procedures
Conducting tests in work areas to detect toxic fumes, explosive gas-air mixtures and other work hazards
Ensuring fire prevention equipment and other safety supplies, such as first aid kits, stretchers and blankets, conform to standards
Assisting in conducting safety meetings and campaigns, and organising training in general safety principles in keeping with regulations
Advising organisations on ways to comply with occupational health and safety legislative requirements
Investigating incidents and fatalities, to determine causes and to collect evidence of non-compliance with occupational health and safety legislation

Other job titles under ANZSCO 312611

Alternative titles and specialisations from ANZSCO, and job titles Stats NZ lists under the same code:

Boilers and Pressure Vessels Inspector
Gas Examiner
Lifts and Cranes Inspector
Mines Inspector
Occupational Health and Safety Inspector
Air Accident Inspector
Bridge Inspector
Explosives Inspector
Explosives and Dangerous Goods Inspector
Factory Inspector
Health and Safety Inspector
Housing Inspector
Industrial Safety Officer
Inspecting Engineer
Labour Inspector
Port Safety Officer
Road Bridge Inspector
Safety Consultant
Safety Coordinator
Safety Engineer
Scaffolding Inspector
Senior Safety Engineer
Works Inspector
OSH Inspector

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Senior Safety Adviser
EEHA Inspector
Electrical and Instrumentation Inspector

What skill level 2 means for New Zealand visas

Visa rule	For this occupation	More
Accredited Employer Work Visa: longest visa	Up to 5 years for skill level 1 to 3 roles.	AEWV guide
AEWV: evidence of English	Not required for skill level 1 and 2 roles.	AEWV guide
Supporting a partner's visa	The skill level 1 to 3 wage threshold applies.	Partner of a Worker
Skilled Migrant Category: Skilled Work Experience pathway	Open to skill level 1 to 3 occupations, with work experience and pay requirements.	Skilled Work Experience pathway
SMC red and amber lists	Not on either list.	INZ's lists
SMC Trades and Technician pathway	Not on INZ's list of eligible occupations.	INZ's list
Green List	No Green List role is listed under this code.	INZ's Green List

Rules as published by Immigration New Zealand. Lists synced 31 October 2026. Each visa has further requirements beyond skill level, including pay and work experience.

National Occupation List occupations for ANZSCO 312611

Stats NZ's National Occupation List is gradually replacing ANZSCO. These NOL occupations map to ANZSCO 312611. Immigration New Zealand accepts a NOL code only for an AEWV or job check, and only for occupations on its published list; for any other visa, use the ANZSCO code.

NOL code	NOL occupation	NOL skill level	INZ accepts for an AEWV
312611	Safety Inspector	2	Not yet

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ANZSCO code for Safety Inspector?

Safety Inspector is ANZSCO 1.3 occupation 312611, in unit group 3126 Safety Inspectors. Immigration New Zealand uses ANZSCO 1.3 for most work visa applications and all Skilled Migrant Category applications.

What skill level is Safety Inspector?

ANZSCO skill level 2, where 1 is the most skilled and 5 the least. NZQF Diploma. At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.

Is Safety Inspector on the Green List?

No Green List role is listed under ANZSCO 312611 on Immigration New Zealand's Green List as at 31 October 2026.

Sources: ANZSCO version 1.3, Australian Bureau of Statistics, CC BY 4.0, synced 31 October 2026; National Occupation List V3.0.0, Stats NZ, CC BY 4.0, synced 1 November 2026; Immigration New Zealand occupation lists, synced 31 October 2026. This page reproduces published classifications and Immigration New Zealand's lists. It is general information, not immigration advice. ProVisas is a licensed New Zealand immigration advisory firm (IAA Licence 201301110).