Drafting office supervisor NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for drafting office supervisor.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for drafting office supervisor is 22212 (Drafting technologists and technicians), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
22212
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 22212 covers
Drafting technologists and technicians prepare engineering designs, drawings and related technical information, such as building information models (BIM), in multidisciplinary engineering teams or in support of engineers, architects or industrial designers, or they may work independently. They are employed by consulting and construction companies, utility, resource and manufacturing companies, all levels of government and by a wide range of other establishments.
| Unit group | 22212 — Drafting technologists and technicians |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Natural and applied sciences and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Drafting technologists
- Develop and prepare engineering designs and drawings from preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets and other data
- Create building information models (BIM), using computer software, to provide digital representations of physical and functional aspects of buildings and other engineering projects
- Operate computer-assisted design (CAD) and drafting workstations
- Develop and prepare design sketches
- Complete documentation packages and produce drawing sets
To use NOC 22212 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 22212 →
Other job titles under NOC 22212
- Architectural draftsperson
- Design and drafting technologist
- Drafting technician
- Drafting technologist
- Building information modelling (BIM) technologist
- Computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) technologist
- Computer-assisted drafting (CAD) technician
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 22212, one of these may fit better:
- Box office cashier — NOC 65100 (Cashiers, TEER 5)
- General office worker — NOC 14100 (General office support workers, TEER 4)
- Office administrative assistant — NOC 13110 (Administrative assistants, TEER 3)
- Office administrator — NOC 13100 (Administrative officers, TEER 3)
- Office assistant — NOC 14100 (General office support workers, TEER 4)
- Office cashier — NOC 65100 (Cashiers, TEER 5)
- Office clerk — NOC 14100 (General office support workers, TEER 4)
- Office equipment service technician — NOC 22311 (Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment), TEER 2)
Calculate your CRS score → · All job titles A–Z · High-wage list
Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for drafting office supervisor?+
In NOC 2021, "drafting office supervisor" is an example title in unit group 22212 — Drafting technologists and technicians. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Natural and applied sciences and related occupations" broad category.
Is drafting office supervisor eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 22212 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does drafting office supervisor get extra CRS points?+
NOC 22212 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a drafting office supervisor get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 22212 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says drafting office supervisor but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 22212. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.