[Mark]

Hey Olufisauo and welcome to our community. Thank you for sharing your impressive background with us

Does one of the attached align with your experience, this will help me lock down the correct occupation which then links to the most appropriate visa approach.

https://www.abs.gov.au/ausstats/abs%40.nsf/Product+Lookup/58F40DC9649593A3CA257B9D0009CEC1?opendocument

Or

https://www.abs.gov.au/ausstats/abs@.nsf/Previousproducts/E0820F69658D2087CA2575DF002DA76E?opendocument

Regards

Mark

abs.gov.au

1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, 2013, Version 1.2

1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, 2013, Version 1.2

[Mark]

Hi there. There is a lot of information and occupations there.

Which occupations are the most recent and which do you have the most experience in?

[Mark]

Hello Oluwafemi and thank you for your detailed question.

Since your engineering role is listed on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), there are multiple pathways available to you, both sponsorship-based and non-sponsorship options.

Here’s an overview on the approach:

Sponsorship Pathways

1. Employer-Sponsored Visas

Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482): Employers can sponsor you for up to 4 years, with pathways to permanent residency for roles on the MLTSSL.

Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa (Subclass 186): Offers permanent residency when nominated by an Australian employer.

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 494): For regional employers, leading to permanent residency after 3 years.

Steps to Obtain Australia Visa Sponsorship:

Search for employers actively offering sponsorship through Australian job boards like our own at https://482jobs.com, seek.com.au or indeed.com.au

Highlight your skills and experience in fields like HSE, fleet management, mechanical engineering, and oil and gas, which are in demand in Australia.

Engage recruitment agencies like Hays Australia or Michael Page Australia, who specialize in finding skilled professionals for sponsored roles.

Non-Sponsorship Pathways

If sponsorship opportunities are challenging to secure, consider applying independently through skilled migration visas. These visas don’t require employer sponsorship:

1. Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

A points-based visa for highly skilled workers.

No employer or state sponsorship is required.

You’ll need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect and receive an invitation to apply.

2. Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

State-nominated permanent visa.

Requires nomination by a state or territory government.

3. Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491)

A points-tested provisional visa for working in regional Australia.

Requires nomination by a state/territory or sponsorship by an eligible family member in a regional area.

Steps for Non-Sponsorship Pathways:

Skills Assessment: Obtain a skills assessment through Engineers Australia to verify your qualifications and experience. Start here:

https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au

EOI Submission: Create a profile in SkillSelect and claim points based on your age, experience, education, and English proficiency.

State Nomination: Research state/territory visa nomination criteria (some states prioritize engineers).

Additional Considerations

English Proficiency Test: Ensure you have valid test results (e.g., IELTS, PTE).

Regional Migration: Explore relocating to regional areas, where sponsorship and state nominations are more accessible.

I hope this helps. Please let me know I you would like me to expand on any of these points.

Regards

Mark

482jobs.com

482 Jobs - Jobs In Australia Offering 482 Visa Sponsorship - 482 Jobs Australia

482 Jobs - Jobs In Australia Offering 482 Visa Sponsorship - 482 Jobs Australia

[Mark]

No problems. Let me know if you have any further questions

[Mark]

I had to move a few replies asking unrelated questions from this thread – please start a new topic rather than replying to other people’s posts unless your posts contributes something to the original thread

In light of this, I’ll close this thread down, but thanks to those who popped in to say hi!

[Mark]

G’day Charles, we are just as excited to welcome you as a new member of our community!

Thank you for taking the time to introduce yourself

[Mark]

Thank you for your detailed introduction and welcome to our community Lovejoy

When did you submit your EOI and how long ago did you apply for your 190 visa?

All the best

Mark

[Mark]

Hi mate

My understanding is that both occupations are generally treated the same during SkillSelect invitation rounds. As they fall under the same broad occupation group (2211), applicants may compete with each other based on their points score, English proficiency, work experience, and other factors.

All the best

Mark

[Mark]

Hello Taofeek and welcome to our community

Business Analyst roles are usually listed under the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL). This means they are eligible for skilled migration visas and employer sponsorship.

• Example ANZSCO Code: 261111 (ICT Business Analyst).

If you’re seeking visa sponsorship, the following visa subclasses may be suitable:

• Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482): Allows employers to sponsor skilled workers for up to 4 years. Employers must be approved sponsors.
• Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186): For permanent residency through employer sponsorship.
• Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa (Subclass 494): For regional job offers with sponsorship.

Many Australian employers actively sponsor skilled professionals. Here are ways to find them:

• Job Search Websites:
  • 482jobs https://482jobs.com
  • Seek: https://www.seek.com.au/
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/
  • Indeed: https://au.indeed.com/
  • Jora: https://au.jora.com/

Ensure you tailor your CV to Australian standards and clearly mention your skills in line with the job description. See these Australia Resume Tips

If you cannot find direct sponsorship, consider applying for a skilled visa like:

• Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189): No sponsorship required.
• Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): Requires nomination by an Australian state or territory.
• Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491): Requires regional sponsorship.

You will need to undergo a skills assessment through an approved assessing authority (e.g., Australian Computer Society for ICT roles). Check details here: https://www.acs.org.au/

You’ll need to meet the English language requirements (e.g., IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL). For most skilled visas, a minimum of Competent English (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent) is required. More info on English testing here:

I hope this helps, though please let me know if you have any additional questions.

Regards

Mark

482jobs.com

482 Jobs - Jobs In Australia Offering 482 Visa Sponsorship - 482 Jobs Australia

482 Jobs - Jobs In Australia Offering 482 Visa Sponsorship - 482 Jobs Australia

[Mark]

Welcome to our community Prashant.

We’d (obviously) recommend our own platform at https//482jobs.com

Seek.com.au is Australia’s largest job site, though finding sponsored opportunities will require more work than our own website as we do a lot of the filtering for you.

How long have you been looking?

482jobs.com

482 Jobs - Jobs In Australia Offering 482 Visa Sponsorship - 482 Jobs Australia

482 Jobs - Jobs In Australia Offering 482 Visa Sponsorship - 482 Jobs Australia

[Mark]

Hello Tiago

This resource from the Australian immigration Department is a good one to assist with processing times.

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-processing-times/global-visa-processing-times

Based on current data, 50% of 189 Visas are being processed in 74 days, while 90% are being processed in 90 days. There will obviously be some outliers for more complex cases, though I’d be inclined to use these figures for your calculations.

As you have mentioned, The 6-month limitation per employer is indeed a condition of the working holiday visa (subclass 417/462). Since your employer plans to sponsor you for the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa subclass 482, this is a common pathway. A 482 visa typically allows for 2-4 years of work and often leads to permanent residency.

If your employer sponsors you for the 482 visa in March, you may be eligible for the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) subclass 186 for PR after working with your sponsor for 2 years on a 482 visa. This pathway may seem longer but is straightforward if you meet the requirements, such as skills, English proficiency, and employer support.

• Have you calculated your current points score for the 189 visa?
• Does your employer intend to sponsor you for PR after 2 years on the 482 visa?

Cheers

Mark

immi.homeaffairs.gov.au

Immigration and citizenship Website

Find out about Australian visas, immigration and citizenship.

[Mark]

Hello Ashiah

Retail Sales Assistants, Delivery Drivers, and General Helpers are not on the main Skilled Occupation Lists (e.g., Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), or Regional Occupation List (ROL)).

This makes employer-sponsored visas challenging for these roles.

If you’re willing to upskill or retrain, consider roles on the Skilled Occupation Lists that are similar to your experience, such as:

• Store Manager (ANZSCO 142111): Requires experience managing retail operations.
• Transport and Logistics Manager (ANZSCO 133611): Requires experience in logistics or delivery services.

Sorry I couldn’t provide more positive feedback though I hope this helps.

Regards

Mark

[Mark]

Please start a new post @Waruna https://ozvisaforum.com/post-new-topic/

[Mark]

Hello @Rupalv , please start a new thread topic/post https://ozvisaforum.com/post-new-topic/

[Mark]