[Mark]

Hey Stacy and welcome to our community!

This reads as a strong job pitch, and it’s clear you’re both passionate and experienced in healthcare. Best of luck as you seek a sponsorship opportunity in Australia! 😊

To support your search:

1. Start with https://482jobs.com – this is one of our websites, and all jobs listed here are confirmed as offering visa sponsorship.

2. Expand your search with:

• Seek: https://seek.com.au

• Indeed: https://indeed.com.au

3. Make sure your LinkedIn profile is fully optimised to attract Australian employers. Here’s a guide that can help:

   15 Expert Tips to Get Noticed by Australian Recruiters on LinkedIn
   Available here: https://482jobs.com/15-expert-tips-to-get-noticed-by-australian-recruiters-on-linkedin

4. You can also upload your resume to 482jobs.com so Australian recruiters can find you directly:
   https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/

I hope you get connected with the right employer soon. If you need help checking which occupations qualify for skilled visas or sponsorship, feel free to ask.

Wishing you all the best on your journey!

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

Welcome to our community, Trisha, and thanks for your post! You’ve raised a very important point, and I completely understand your concern about risking a costly visa application.

For Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) or State Nominated Visa (subclass 190), your nominated occupation must align with your skills assessment outcome, and your work experience must be closely related to that nominated occupation.

Since you’ve now been positively assessed by AITSL as a Secondary School Teacher (ANZSCO 241411), you must ensure your EOI and visa application nominate this exact occupation. The Department of Home Affairs will then assess whether your claimed employment is “closely related” to that occupation.

Here’s what’s crucial in your case:

• Teaching Theatre at the primary level may not be considered “closely related” to the role of a Secondary School Teacher under ANZSCO 241411.

• However, your one year of actual secondary school teaching experience definitely counts, and if you had any other secondary teaching roles within the last 10 years, they may be counted as well.

• To claim points for 5–8 years of skilled employment, the work must have been:

  • After you were qualified

  • Full-time (or equivalent part-time)

  • Closely related to the nominated occupation

Since you already encountered this distinction during your AITSL assessment for primary school teaching, that same issue may come up again with Home Affairs during your visa application.

What you can do:

1. Double check your employment references and contracts—if they describe your role using secondary-level descriptors, that may help.

2. Avoid claiming experience that cannot be clearly shown to be “closely related” to secondary school teaching, even if it reduces your points—this helps avoid refusal.

3. Consider applying under subclass 190, where some states may be slightly more flexible if your overall profile aligns with workforce needs.

Also, make sure your EOI aligns with the information on your AITSL assessment and that you do not overclaim work experience points that could be questioned later.

If you’d like to explore current teaching roles offering visa sponsorship, you can visit our job board here: https://482jobs.com

I hope this gives you more confidence in planning your next step. Let me know if you’d like help checking if you meet the points threshold under a more cautious work history claim.

Warm regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Davey and welcome to our community mate! ☺️

Yes, it is possible to apply for a second skills assessment as a Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson even if you already hold a positive outcome as a Mechanical Engineer.

This can actually be a smart move, especially if you’re targeting state nomination or employer sponsorship where demand for ANZSCO 312511 (Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson) might be higher or processed faster.

Here are a few key points to consider:

1. ANZSCO Code Difference:

   • Mechanical Engineer is ANZSCO 233512 and listed on the MLTSSL (Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List).

   • Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson is ANZSCO 312511 and listed on the STSOL (Short-term Skilled Occupation List), though availability for visa subclasses (e.g. 190 or 491) can depend on specific state needs.

2. Relevant Assessing Authority:

   • For Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson, the assessing authority is Trades Recognition Australia (TRA), not Engineers Australia.

   • Since you already have a Mechanical Engineering degree and experience working in a drafting role, you may be eligible under the TRA Migration Skills Assessment (MSA) program or JRP (Job Ready Program), depending on whether your qualifications are Australian or overseas.

3. Assessment Pathway:

   • If your qualifications are overseas, you’ll likely need to go through the standard TRA Migration Skills Assessment route, which focuses on your practical experience and formal training.

Before applying, you’ll need to prepare detailed employment evidence, including:

• Position descriptions

• Reference letters confirming duties match the ANZSCO description

• Payslips, contracts, and organisational charts

If you’re currently in a drafting role and can clearly demonstrate that your current job duties align with ANZSCO 312511, a second assessment is worth pursuing.

You can check the TRA’s official info here: https://www.tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au/

I hope this gives you a clearer path forward! If you need help comparing state nominations or job prospects between the two roles, feel free to ask.

Warm regards,
Mark

[Mark]

Hi Rika, welcome to the community and thanks for sharing your background! ☺️

It’s great to hear you’re interested in working in Australia with visa sponsorship. With your diverse experience, there could be a few different visa and job pathways, depending on which type of work you want to focus on most.

For example:

• Graphic Designer (ANZSCO 232411) is currently listed on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL). This could open up options under employer-sponsored visas like the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) 482 visa, but would usually require relevant qualifications and at least 2 years of full-time experience in that specific field.

• Other creative roles like Content Creator or Social Media Manager don’t have specific ANZSCO codes for skilled visa purposes, so they’re harder to sponsor.

• Hospitality jobs such as Barista (ANZSCO 431112) or Waiter (ANZSCO 431511) might be sponsored under a DAMA (Designated Area Migration Agreement) in some regional parts of Australia, but again, sponsorship is highly dependent on demand and employer willingness.

To boost your chances:

1. Start by uploading your resume to https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/ – this is one of our websites, and all jobs listed there offer visa sponsorship.

2. Search for sponsorship jobs at:

   • https://482jobs.com

   • https://seek.com.au

   • https://indeed.com.au

3. Make sure your resume is formatted for Australian recruiters – here’s a helpful guide: https://482jobs.com/australia-resume-tips-craft-winning-resume/

4. Optimise your LinkedIn profile to attract Australian recruiters – check this guide for expert tips: https://482jobs.com/15-expert-tips-to-get-noticed-by-australian-recruiters-on-linkedin

To better guide you with visa options and job focus, it would be really helpful to know: Which of your jobs do you have the most experience in, or which one would you most like to focus on in Australia? 🤔 I ask this as some roles are easier to sponsor than others.

Looking forward to hearing more so we can narrow down your best options!

Warm regards,
Mark

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[Mark]

Hey Tommy, and thanks for the follow up questions.

I moved to Australia from the UK so your requirements will be a little different. As you are from the USA, the FBI are your friends when it comes to validation of your criminal history (or lack there of) in the US.

1. U.S. Police Clearance (FBI Check):

For U.S. citizens, the Department of Home Affairs requires an FBI Identity History Summary Check (not a local police report). You can request this directly from the FBI via their website here:

https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/identity-history-summary-checks

Make sure:

You select the “Identity History Summary”,

You get the report digitally, and

Once received, you upload it to your ImmiAccount when lodging your visa or when requested.

2. Health Exam – When to Do It for an Australia Visa Application:

You don’t need to complete a health exam before submitting your application. In fact, it’s usually best to wait until you lodge your visa application, then you’ll be issued a Health Assessment referral (HAP ID) through your ImmiAccount.

This ensures you complete the exact exam types required for your subclass 190 visa.

Health exams must be done by a panel physician approved by the Australian government, not just a regular doctor or GP. If you submitted a general physical health check from earlier in the year, it likely won’t be accepted.

Once you get your HAP ID, you can book your health check at a panel clinic in the U.S. Here’s a page providing more information. This links to another page where you can find approved clinics near you.

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/health/arrange-your-health-examinations

just a few more steps to go! Let me know if you want a hand with anything else.

Cheers,

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Ubah, and thanks for your post!

To work as a home teacher in Australia, it’s important to understand the visa options and requirements. “Home teacher” is not a standard occupation title in Australia, so we would need more information about your skills.

For example, are you referring to tutoring children at home, early childhood education, or working as a private caregiver with educational support? 🤔

Here are a few things to consider:

1. Visa options depend on your exact occupation and whether an employer is willing to sponsor you.

2. If your work aligns with occupations like Early Childhood Teacher (ANZSCO 241111) or Private Tutor, you may qualify for skilled migration if your occupation is on one of the skilled occupation lists.

3. You would need to meet requirements, such as qualifications, English language skills, and possibly skills assessment.

4. If you’re looking for job sponsorship, try searching on https://482jobs.com – this is one of our websites, and all jobs listed offer visa sponsorship. You can also check:

https://seek.com.au

https://indeed.com.au

If you’re applying as a caregiver or nanny (not officially teaching), different visa categories might apply.

Would you be able to share more details about your qualifications and the type of home teaching work you’re looking for?

Looking forward to your reply and happy to help guide you further!

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

Thanks again, Mehboob – and I really appreciate your kind words!

To answer your question: the Australian Embassy won’t be able to help you apply for jobs. They don’t find work for people or send your CV to companies. Their job is mostly to process visas and give general information, not assist with job searches.

Since you mentioned you’re unsure how to apply online, here’s a simple step-by-step guide you can follow:

1. Go to https://482jobs.com, or one of the other sites I mentioned.

2. Use the search box to type in “Plumber”.

3. When you find a job that interests you, click on it. You’ll see a button that says “Apply” or “Apply Now” or “Apply For Jobs”.

4. You’ll usually need to upload your resume (CV). If you need help making an Australian-style resume, here’s a simple guide: https://482jobs.com/australia-resume-tips-craft-winning-resume/

You can also upload your resume directly to 482jobs.com here: https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/

Once uploaded, Australian employers and recruiters can find you—which makes it easier than applying one by one.

If you’re still having trouble, feel free to post your questions here or let us know what step you’re stuck on. We’re happy to walk you through it.

Warm regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

Welcome to our community Achille! 🙂

Yes, there are visa options available for agricultural workers, and you may be able to secure employer sponsorship depending on your skills and experience.

Here are some key pathways:

1. Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482)

This visa allows employers to sponsor overseas workers. The occupation “Crop Farm Worker” (ANZSCO 841211) is sometimes included under regional DAMA agreements, which means it may be eligible for sponsorship under specific regional arrangements.

2. Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 494)

This visa is for skilled workers sponsored by an employer in regional Australia. Some agricultural roles are eligible through a DAMA (Designated Area Migration Agreement). Different regions in Australia have their own DAMAs with specific occupations.

How to find sponsorship jobs in Australia

Start with these websites:

• 482jobs.com – One of our websites where all listed jobs offer visa sponsorship: https://482jobs.com
• Seek – Australia’s largest job board: https://seek.com.au
• Indeed Australia – Another great source: https://indeed.com.au

You can also upload your resume to 482 Jobs so Australian employers can find you:

https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/

Agricultural recruitment agencies to consider:

Based on a quick search, I found the following (though there may be others)

• Agri Labour Australia – https://www.agrilabour.com.au
• Drover Ag – https://www.droverag.com.au
• Agricultural Appointments – https://www.agri.com.au
• Agri Talent – https://www.agritalent.com.au
• AG Workforce – https://www.agworkforce.com.au
• Staff 360 – https://www.staff360.com.au

These agencies appear to regularly help source international candidates and often list sponsored roles.

I hope this helps you get started.

If you need help tailoring your resume or improving your LinkedIn profile to get noticed by Australian employers, check out these guides:

Resume Tips: https://482jobs.com/australia-resume-tips-craft-winning-resume/

LinkedIn Tips: https://482jobs.com/15-expert-tips-to-get-noticed-by-australian-recruiters-on-linkedin/

Feel free to ask if you need more details about visa eligibility or help contacting recruiters.

Best wishes,

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Mehboob – Generally speaking, the job site includes instructions and clicking the apply button will walk you through the process.

We would love to help, but with thousands of members, we simply don’t have the time to spend sending your resume to companies.

If you get stuck with any of the websites, we’ll (or I’m sure other members in our community) will be happy to help you where we can.

Regards

Mark

[Mark]

Thanks for your question, Mehboob!

While we can’t give you direct links to individual companies or contractors, we can point you to the best places where you can find plumbing jobs in Australia that offer visa sponsorship:

1. 482jobs.com – This is one of our websites, and every job listed on the boards here is confirmed to offer visa sponsorship. It’s a great place to start: https://482jobs.com

2. Seek – One of Australia’s biggest job search sites. You can filter by location and keyword (e.g. “Plumber 482 visa”): https://seek.com.au

3. Indeed Australia – Another great site with a wide variety of job listings. Try searching for “plumber sponsorship”: https://indeed.com.au

I also recommend uploading your resume to 482jobs.com here: https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/ – This allows Australian employers and recruiters to find you, increasing your chances of getting contacted directly.

Finally, make sure your resume is tailored for Australian employers. You can follow these tips: https://482jobs.com/australia-resume-tips-craft-winning-resume/

I hope this helps point you in the right direction. Let me know if you’d like help reviewing your occupation or visa options.

Warm regards,
Mark

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[Mark]

Welcome to our community Josh! Thanks for introducing yourself and sharing your journe. Congrats also on completing your Masters in Mechanical Engineering. 👍🏻

Starting out on a Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417 or 462) is a great way to enter Australia and explore job opportunities, but there are a few things to keep in mind.

Most graduate engineering roles, particularly FIFO (Fly-In Fly-Out) positions in mining or construction, generally require either full work rights or employer sponsorship, which isn’t typically offered to candidates on a Working Holiday Visa.

That said, it’s not impossible—just a lot more competitive.

Your best bet is to focus on connecting with employers or recruiters who are working with companies open to sponsoring under the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) visa.

Mechanical Engineer roles (ANZSCO 233512) are listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), which means they are eligible for both temporary and permanent skilled visa options, including 482, 186, and 189 pathways.

Here are a few tips to get started:

1. Start searching for sponsorship jobs on https://482jobs.com—this is one of our websites, and every job listed includes confirmed visa sponsorship.

2. Use mainstream platforms like https://seek.com.au and https://indeed.com.au and filter for “visa sponsorship” or “482 visa.”

3. Being from the UK, the differences are that great, however make sure you tailor your resume to Australian standards.

Check out this guide for help: Australia Resume Tips: Craft a Winning Resume in Australia – https://482jobs.com/australia-resume-tips-craft-winning-resume/

4. Upload your resume to https://482jobs.com/candidates/submit-resume/ so Aussie recruiters looking for mechanical engineers can find you directly.

5. Optimise your LinkedIn profile to help attract recruiters. This article can help: 15 Expert Tips to Get Noticed by Australian Recruiters on LinkedIn – https://482jobs.com/15-expert-tips-to-get-noticed-by-australian-recruiters-on-linkedin/

Although your sales background isn’t directly in engineering, highlighting transferable skills—communication, client relations, and technical knowledge in your resume can still be valuable in entry-level engineering roles.

I hope you found this info useful Josh. If you have more questions about your visa or job search, feel free to post again. 👍🏻

All the best

Mark

[Mark]

Hey Tommy, that’s incredible news, massive congrats! ☺️ So glad to hear things moved quickly for you.

You’re now officially at the exciting (and slightly nerve-wracking) visa application stage.

To answer your questions:

1. Documents You’ll Need: Yes, you’re right—medical checks and police certificates are part of the requirements.

Here’s a basic checklist of the most common documents for a subclass 190 visa (Skilled Nominated visa):

• Identity documents – Passport bio page, birth certificate, etc.
• Skills assessment – Your positive skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority.
• English language test results –I don’t think this will apply to you as you are from an exempt country (USA) unless you took a test to claim for extra points in which case this will be required).
• Nomination approval – Letter from the state government confirming your nomination.
• Employment references – If you’ve claimed skilled employment points.
• Qualifications – Academic transcripts and completion certificates.
• Partner documents – If applicable (identity, English skills, relationship evidence).
• Police clearances – From every country you’ve lived in for 12+ months over the past 10 years.
• Health exams – You’ll be prompted to arrange these through your ImmiAccount.

You can find more details directly from the Department of Home Affairs website: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skilled-nominated-190

2. Is the Visa Now a Formality?

Not quite yet. While being nominated and invited are major steps, the Department of Home Affairs still needs to assess your application to ensure everything aligns with what you claimed in your EOI.

The most common issues arise from inconsistent documents, health problems, or undisclosed information—so double-check everything before you submit.

This scary reality to one side, generally speaking, as your now at the point of being allocated a actual case officer (on the Aussie side) they should seek clarity rather than reject your application. if your documentation is solid and your application truthfully matches your EOI, you’re in a great position. 🤗

You’ve done amazingly well to reach this point—just keep up the momentum, and you’ll hopefully have that golden grant email soon!

Let me know if you’d like help reviewing anything or you have any final questions before you hit submit.

Cheers,

Mark

[Mark]

Welcome to our community, Mehboob! 🙂

Thanks for introducing yourself. With your experience in plumbing and AutoCAD, you could be a great fit for various skilled roles in Australia.

Feel free to explore our forums and post any questions here: https://ozvisaforum.com/post-new-topic/

Looking forward to helping you on your migration journey!

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

Welcome to our community, Wong! Thanks so much for introducing yourself. We love your warm energy, and yes, the moon here is pretty special! 🌛

Given your age, absolutely you still have chances 🙂

Given this forum is really meant for introductions, please feel free to post your questions any time.

You can start a new topic here: https://ozvisaforum.com/post-new-topic/

Looking forward to seeing more from you in the forums!

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[Mark]

Welcome Kadiro. Please start your own post and I will be happy to assist you.

In your post provide details of your occupation, experience and what you have tried so far (or are you at the start of your journey).

New post link here : https://ozvisaforum.com/post-new-topic/

I look forward to being able to guide you further 👍🏻

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