[Mark]

Hi @liza Firstly, thank you so much for your honest feedback and for taking the time to share your experience. It’s truly appreciated.

You’ve raised some very valid points.

We agree that many candidates, especially those who’ve been in the process for years like yourself, already have a deep understanding of the basic requirements.

We also completely understand your frustration with the point system, especially how quickly age-related changes can impact eligibility. 😬

Your suggestion to include Australian employers as guest speakers in our webinars is an excellent one, and we’ll certainly take it into serious consideration as we shape the content. We understand the value of hearing directly from sponsors and decision-makers who can provide real-world insight into what they’re looking for in overseas candidates.

That said, we also want to ensure the webinars are accessible and informative for all levels of experience. Some of our members are just beginning their journey, so we’ll aim to cover a mix of foundational guidance as well as more advanced topics like DAMA sponsorships and job search strategies in regional areas.

We’re committed to making our webinars genuinely helpful, not just repeating information easily found elsewhere, and your feedback will help us do just that.

Thanks again for your input, Liza. Looking forward to seeing you at one of the upcoming sessions.

Warm regards,

Mark

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You are very welcome mate. Take a look at the links and information I shared and let me know if you have any further questions.

[Mark]

Thanks for your question, Clara and welcome to our community 🙂

Quantity Surveyor is a recognised skilled occupation in Australia, listed under ANZSCO code 233213, and is currently on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).

This means you’re potentially eligible for several skilled visa options, including:

• Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage visa) with employer sponsorship
• Subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme)
• Subclass 189, 190, or 491 (points-tested skilled visas) if you meet other eligibility criteria

However, keep in mind that employers and assessing authorities typically expect a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Quantity Surveying.

A National Diploma alone might not meet the requirements, but you may still qualify if you have strong relevant experience. Here’s what to consider:

1. Skills Assessment with AIQS

The Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS) assesses this occupation. If your diploma is from a recognised institution and you have at least 3+ years of work experience, AIQS may still provide a positive skills assessment. Full details: https://www.aiqs.com.au

2. Visa Sponsorship Jobs

To find employers offering sponsorship:

https://482jobs.com – This is one of our own websites and all jobs listed offer visa sponsorship. The most relevant category for Quantity Surveyors is here: https://482jobs.com/job-category/construction/

https://seek.com.au

https://indeed.com.au

3. Resume and LinkedIn Tips

Format your resume for Australian recruiters: Australia Resume Tips

Optimise your LinkedIn profile: 15 Expert Tips to Get Noticed by Australian Recruiters on LinkedIn

4. Submit Your Resume

Recruiters on 482jobs.com regularly search our candidate database. You can upload yours here: https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/

If you can provide more detail about your experience, I’d be happy to guide you further.

Warm regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

Thanks for sharing your background, Foustine and welcome to our community 🙂

I hope you don’t mind but we’ve removed your email for privacy reasons. Instead, we recommend that other members connect with you via the message options available on our website. 👍🏻

To help with your job search:

1. Start with our own site: https://482jobs.com – All jobs listed here offer visa sponsorship.

For accounting roles specifically, visit: https://482jobs.com/job-category/accounting/

2. Check mainstream job boards too:

https://seek.com.au

https://indeed.com.au

You can also explore similar threads by other members here: https://ozvisaforum.com/?s=Accountant&subset=topic&bp_search=1

When you’re ready to share more or ask further questions, feel free to start a new topic here: https://ozvisaforum.com/post-new-topic/

Wishing you the best in your journey!

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Liza,

Thanks for sharing your situation, it’s clear you’ve worked very hard, and I understand how disheartening the wait can be. Can I ask, how many points you were at when you submitted your EOI?

1. ICT Occupations Eligible Under NT DAMA III

The Northern Territory Designated Area Migration Agreement (NT DAMA III), effective from 19 March 2025, includes several ICT occupations that align with your background:

ICT Support Engineer (ANZSCO 263212)

ICT Systems Test Engineer (ANZSCO 263213)

ICT Support and Test Engineers nec (ANZSCO 263299)

These occupations are eligible for employer sponsorship under the Subclass 186 visa (labour agreement stream) through the NT DAMA. You can find the complete list here:

2. Finding Employers in Darwin

There is no public list of employers approved under the NT DAMA, so you’ll need to approach potential sponsors directly. Some useful places to start:

• https://482jobs.com – This is one of our own websites, and all jobs listed here offer visa sponsorship
• https://seek.com.au
• https://indeed.com.au

Also, use LinkedIn to search for ICT companies based in Darwin. Contact HR departments and hiring managers to ask about DAMA sponsorship opportunities.

3. Boost Your Visibility

Make sure your resume is in an Australian format. Here’s a guide to help: https://482jobs.com/australia-resume-tips-craft-winning-resume/

Optimise your LinkedIn profile to help you get noticed by Australian recruiters with tips from this article: https://482jobs.com/15-expert-tips-to-get-noticed-by-australian-recruiters-on-linkedin

Upload your resume here so recruiters in Australia can find you: https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/

4. Upcoming Webinar

Thanks for referencing our planned webinars. We are planning a series of webinars for our community. Topics will depend on speaker availability, but we’re aiming to include a broad overview of different pathways and,DAMA pathways will hopefully be one of them.

We’ll notify all members as soon as the schedule is confirmed. ☺️

I hope this helps point you in the right direction though feel free to ask if you have any more questions?

Warm regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Luckmore,

Thanks for sharing your background and welcome to our community! 🙂

I’ve removed your email and WhatsApp details from your post, as we don’t recommend sharing personal contact information on a public forum for your own privacy and safety.

With our forum software, people can still connect and message you directly, it’s a bit like LinkedIn. So if anyone is interested in learning more or connecting further, they can reach out via our private messaging system.

In the meantime, to explore jobs that offer sponsorship:

1. https://482jobs.com – This is one of our own websites, and all jobs listed here offer Australia Visa Sponsorship. The job category that suits your skills best is likely: https://482jobs.com/job-category/trades-services/

2. https://seek.com.au

3. https://indeed.com.au

Beyond the 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa, there are other potential pathways for skilled workers like you. As a Boilermaker (ANZSCO 322311), which is currently on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), you may be eligible for permanent visa options such as:

• The Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189),
• the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190), or
• the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491)

If you can secure a state or regional nomination. These visas are points-tested and do not require employer sponsorship, although you will need a valid skills assessment and meet the points threshold.

You can learn more and check eligibility on the official Department of Home Affairs website: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing

Also consider uploading your resume to 482jobs here: https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/ – Australian employers regularly browse our database to find skilled candidates.

I hope this helps and good luck with your search! If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out.

All the best

Mark

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[Mark]

Thanks for your post Dogol, and welcome to Oz Visa Forum! 🙂

As a welder, you may be eligible for visa sponsorship under the occupation Welder (First Class), which falls under ANZSCO 322313.

This occupation is currently listed on both the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and on several DAMA (Designated Area Migration Agreement) occupation lists.

This means it can be sponsored through:

1. Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Subclass 482 Visa – short-term stream, if an employer is willing to sponsor you.

2. Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Subclass 494 Visa – if sponsored in a regional area.

3. Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA) – offers concessions and access to pathways in specific regions.

To find jobs that offer sponsorship:

https://482jobs.com – This is one of our own websites, and all jobs listed here offer Australia Visa Sponsorship. The job category that suits your occupation is here: https://482jobs.com/job-category/trades-services/

https://seek.com.au

https://indeed.com.au

I also recommend uploading your resume to 482jobs here: https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/ so that Australian recruiters can find you directly.

If you’re using LinkedIn, this guide can help you stand out: 15 Expert Tips to Get Noticed by Australian Recruiters on LinkedIn

I hope this helps for starters, and I wish you the best in securing sponsorship again in Australia.

Let me know if you’d like help with anything else or if you’d like more information on any of the other visa options.

All the best

Mark

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No worries Richmond. Feel free to ask any other questions at any time 👍🏻🙂

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Welcome to our community Itai. 👋🏻

Please feel free to post any specific questions via the link here.

I’d also encourage you to review and search other posts from some of our other truck driving community members as we may have answered some of your questions already.

You can find some of these posts (and our members who have driving listed as their occupation) on this page.

All the best and great to have you here!

Mark

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Hi Forough,

Thanks for your reply, and no worries at all—it’s great to hear from you.

You’ve got very relevant experience, and yes, there are still options for employer sponsorship despite the challenges. Based on what you have shared so far, the most suitable ANZSCO code appears to be 234413 – Hydrogeologist, which is currently on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).

This means you’re eligible for the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa, as well as other long-term visa pathways.

To improve your chances of finding a sponsoring employer, I strongly recommend the following:

1. Check out 482jobs.com – This is one of our own websites, and every job listed includes visa sponsorship. Here’s the general link: https://482jobs.com

Your field may fit well under: https://482jobs.com/job-category/engineering/

2. Broaden your search with:

Seek: https://seek.com.au

Indeed: https://indeed.com.au

3. Upload your resume to our database at https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/ – Recruiters search here monthly for skilled candidates needing sponsorship.

4. Make sure your LinkedIn and resume are optimised for the Australian job market. This article might help: https://482jobs.com/15-expert-tips-to-get-noticed-by-australian-recruiters-on-linkedin

And for resumes: https://482jobs.com/australia-resume-tips-craft-winning-resume/

If you’re still considering a PhD with a scholarship, that’s also a valid pathway, as many Australian universities can offer visas for PhD students.

However, if your goal is to work in Australia, focusing on employer sponsorship remains the most direct route or the skills elect EOI/PR path such as the 189 visa could be a solid option (though you suggest this might not be possible for you 🤔)

Either way, I hope you found this information helpful. Please feel free to ask if you’d like to explore the EOI path or anything else.

Warm regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

Thanks for the update, Riyad!

Since you’re from Jordan and have 20 years of hairdressing experience, that’s a great foundation. Many Australian employers value extensive experience, especially if you can demonstrate good skills with cutting, colouring, styling, and customer service.

To improve your chances:

Get your skills formally recognised. As a hairdresser, you’ll need to pass a skills assessment through Trades Recognition Australia (TRA).

You’ll likely apply through the Offshore Skills Assessment Pathway. This helps show Australian employers and immigration authorities that your skills meet local standards. Learn more here.

Let me know if you have any questions about the TRA assessment or anything else.

Current hairdresser jobs in Australia on our own platform can also be viewed here.

Happy to support where I can.

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Riyad,

Thanks for your message! To find a hairdresser job in Australia with visa sponsorship, here’s how to get started:

1. Check Job Listings with Sponsorship

Start at https://482jobs.com – this is one of our own websites, and every job listed here offers visa sponsorship.

For hairdresser roles, use this dedicated job category: https://482jobs.com/job-category/trades-services/

You can also search on:

https://seek.com.au

https://indeed.com.au

Use keywords like “hairdresser visa sponsorship” in your searches for seek and indeed as they list non sponsored roles as well

2. Upload Your Resume

Make yourself visible to employers by uploading your resume here: https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/

Recruiters search this database every month looking for candidates needing sponsorship.

3. Resume Tips

Format your CV to match Australian standards. This guide will help:

Australia Resume Tips: Craft a Winning Resume in Australia

4. Visa Pathways

The ANZSCO code for Hairdresser is 391111.

This occupation is on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL).

Common visa options include:

• Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa (subclass 482) – short-term stream
• Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) – in some regional areas under labour agreements
• Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional) visa (subclass 494) – if in a regional area and supported by an employer

Let me know your country of citizenship or if you already have a specific employer or location in mind, and I can give you more tailored advice.

I hope this helps you get started, and I wish you the best in your search!

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

No worries at all👍🏻

[Mark]

Thanks, Harold – This is a consistent theme and is certainly near the top of our list for webinar topics!

Thanks for your feedback, and feel free to start a new post if you’d like to explore any elements of the process in the interim and I’ll be happy to guide you where I can.

All the best

Mark

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[Mark]

Hello Riyad, best to post a new topic if your comment isn’t related to the person you are replying to.

I see you posted another thread so have also replied there 🙂https://ozvisaforum.com/discussion/hi-2/

Regards

Mark

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