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OSCA 561233Updated 2026-01-29
Word Processing Operator
National shortage level: Low
ANZSCO 532113OSCA 561233
Snapshot
Median pay: AUD 59k
Weekly earnings: AUD 1140
Salary range: AUD 53k-AUD 65k
Job ads trend: Not listed
Time to hire: Varies
Visa pathways: Check eligibility
State distribution
28%
NSW
26.4%
QLD
23.6%
VIC
Education mix
21.7%
year 12
16.5%
year 10 and below
13.8%
advanced diploma/ diploma
Role overview
Typists operate a computer to type, edit and generate a variety of documents and reports.
What you do
- • Operates a computer to type a variety of documents.
- • Proof-reads and corrects copy.
- • Transcribes information from audio equipment.
Core skills
Credentials & pathway
- Recommended level: year 12 (21.7%)
Recent job ads
No ads listed yet.
Tasks
- • May take shorthand and do limited, routine clerical work.
- • Operates a computer to type a variety of documents.
- • Prepares reports, letters and similar material for publication and electronic transmission.
Earnings
Weekly median: AUD 1140
Annual median: AUD 59k
Range: AUD 53k-AUD 65k