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Looking For Visa Sponsorship
Hello,
I am Mr.Mathews Panyako a Petroleum Geoscientist with two years experience in oil and gas industry. Besides,I have 4 years experience in content moderation and data annotation. How can I go about getting visa sponsorship in the said fields.
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Hi Mathews, First, I’m so sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Since you posted this, we have had a flood of new members and questions, and I must have missed your post!
So, based on your background in Petroleum Geoscience, Content Moderation, and Data Annotation, your eligibility for an Australian work visa will depend on whether your skills align with a skilled occupation that qualifies for sponsorship.
1. Visa Sponsorship Based on Your Occupation
Your occupation must be on the Skilled Occupation List (STSOL/MLTSSL) and meet visa requirements, such as skills assessment, English proficiency, and relevant work experience, to be eligible for employer sponsorship.
Petroleum Geoscientist (ANZSCO 234412) – Eligible for Visa Sponsorship!
Your role as a Petroleum Geoscientist is on the Medium and Long-Term Skilled Occupation List (MLTSSL), which means you have strong pathways to permanent residency (PR) through both employer-sponsored visas and skilled migration.Content Moderation & Data Annotation – Not on Skilled Lists
Unfortunately, these roles are not considered skilled occupations, so they do not qualify for visa sponsorship. Your best option is to focus on Petroleum Geoscience, where sponsorship is available.2. Visa Options for Petroleum Geoscientists
Employer-Sponsored Visas (Requires a Job Offer)
- Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482 – Medium-Term Stream) → Requires an Australian employer to sponsor you, allows work for up to 4 years, and offers a pathway to PR.
- Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa (Subclass 494) → Employer sponsorship in regional areas, with PR eligibility after 3 years.
- Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186 – Direct Entry Stream) → If an employer is willing to sponsor you for PR immediately, this could be an option.
Skilled Migration (No Job Offer Required, Points-Based)
If you don’t have an employer sponsor, you can apply through points-based skilled migration:- Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) → PR pathway but requires a high points score.
- Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) → PR pathway with state nomination.
- Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491) → A 5-year provisional visa, with PR eligibility after 3 years.
Skills Assessment: You will need a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS or Engineers Australia (depending on the specific job role you apply under).
3. How to Find Sponsorship in Petroleum Geoscience
Since employer sponsorship is key, here are some steps to improve your chances:
- Search for sponsored jobs on 482jobs.com (visa-sponsored roles only).
- Apply for roles on Seek.com.au & LinkedIn – Look for job ads mentioning “visa sponsorship available.”
- Network with Australian companies in oil & gas, such as Woodside, Santos, BHP, Chevron, and Origin Energy.
- Consider regional areas – Employers in regional locations are often more open to sponsorship.
4. Next Steps for You
- Focus on Petroleum Geoscience, as it qualifies for visa sponsorship.
- Check the skills assessment process (VETASSESS or Engineers Australia).
- Start applying for sponsored jobs in the Australian oil & gas industry.
- Consider state nomination under a skilled migration visa.
I hope this helps, Mathews. I’m sorry again for the delay. Let me know if you have any further questions.
Regards
Mark
482jobs.com
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