[Mark]

Welcome to our community Taniya 😊

Looking at the occupation description here – would you say your occupation is aligned with that of an Agricultural Consultant?

Given that the Australian visa program is a skilled visa program, the first step is to try to align your current job with an ANZSCO code or job description recognised by the Australian government.

If you can confirm this first step, we can then begin investigating your visa options and approach.

All the best

Mark

abs.gov.au

1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition, Revision 1

1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition, Revision 1

[Mark]

Hello again Emmanuel, and thanks for getting back to me with the correct ANZSCO reference 😊
The occupation is on the Regional Occupations List which may qualify you for the following Visa options:

1. Subclass 407 – Training Visa

• Purpose: For workplace-based occupational training to improve skills.
• When Suitable: If an employer provides you with a training program aligned with your HR skills.
• Key Requirement: Employer sponsorship for a structured training program. You must show training is directly relevant to your occupation.
• Validity: Up to 2 years.
  Learn more here.

2. Subclass 482 – Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa

• Purpose: For skilled workers to work in Australia temporarily.
• Stream Relevant to You: Medium-Term Stream.
• Key Requirements:
  • Employer sponsorship.
  • Occupation must be on the ROL.
  • Caveats may apply to HR Advisor roles (e.g., exclusions in some sectors).
  • Must meet skills, experience, and English requirements.
• Validity: 1-4 years, with the option to apply for permanent residency later (depending on employer).

Explore more here

3. Subclass 494 – Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa

• Purpose: Employer-sponsored workers for regional Australia.
• Key Requirements:
  • Employer must nominate your role.
  • Occupation must be on the ROL.
  • Meet skills and experience requirements.
  • Work in a designated regional area for 3 years to be eligible for permanent residency (Subclass 191).
• Validity: Up to 5 years.

More details are available here

4. Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional Visa

• Purpose: Skilled workers nominated by a state/territory or sponsored by family in a designated regional area.
• Key Requirements:
  • Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect.
  • Receive a state/territory nomination or family sponsorship.
  • Occupation must be on the ROL.
  • Meet points test (minimum 65 points).
  • Must live/work in regional Australia for 3 years to apply for permanent residency (Subclass 191).
• Pathway: This is a points-tested visa.
  Explore here.

What’s Next?

1. Do you meet the points test for a points-tested visa like Subclass 491? (see here for a calculator)
2. What is your end goal—temporary stay or permanent residency?

All the best

Mark

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[Mark]

Welcome to our community Subhrajyoti 😊

Chef is a good occupation to have as they are pretty sought after within the Australian Hospitality industry. You can jump straight into hospitality jobs in Australia offering visa sponsorship on our job boards here.

It’s worth noting that the occupation itself is listed on Australia’s skilled occupation lists, including the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), which makes you eligible for certain skilled migration visas beyond just those that require visa sponsorship.

For example,

• Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa

  • No need for sponsorship or state nomination (this may be preferable)
  • Points-tested visa based on factors like age, English skills, work experience, and education.
  • Requires submission of an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect.
    Learn more here

• Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa

  • State or territory government nominates you.
  • Similar process to the 189 visa but includes state-specific nomination requirements.
    Learn more here:

• Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa

  • For regional areas of Australia.
  • Requires state/territory nomination or sponsorship by an eligible relative living in a regional area.
    Learn more here.

2. Employer-Sponsored Visas

If you would prefer to go the sponsorship route and have a job offer from an Australian employer, you may qualify for:

• Subclass 482 – Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa

  • Short-term or medium-term streams, depending on the occupation list.
  • The employer must be an approved sponsor.
    Learn more here and view current hospitality vacancies here.

• Subclass 494 – Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa

  • Similar to the TSS visa but specific to regional Australia.
  • Can lead to permanent residency after 3 years via the Subclass 191 visa.
    Learn more here.

3. General Approach

To apply for any of the above visas:

1. Skills Assessment:
   You must have your skills assessed by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA). This ensures your qualifications and work experience meet Australian standards. Details: https://www.tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au/

2. English Language Test:
   Provide proof of English proficiency (IELTS, PTE, etc.).

3. Expression of Interest (EOI):
   Lodge an EOI in SkillSelect for points-tested visas.

4. Visa Application:
   Once invited or sponsored, submit the application with supporting documents (e.g., skills assessment, English test results, proof of experience).

5. Health and Character Checks:
   Complete medical exams and provide police clearance certificates.

482jobs.com

Hospitality & Tourism Archives - 482 Jobs Australia

482 Sponsorship Jobs In Australia

[Mark]

Hello Dorcas, when you say Machine shop Engineering – can you confirm that your job aligns with some of the activities identified on the page here?

I think your occupation might be classified as a metal machinist. However, if you could confirm first and I’ll the n be able to dig into your potential visa options.

All the best

Mark

abs.gov.au

Unit Group 3232 Metal Fitters and Machinists

Metal Fitters and Machinists fit and assemble fabricated metal parts into products, set up machining tools, production machines and textile machines, and operate machining tools and machines to shape metal stock and castings.

[Mark]

Hello Roshay, no need to post multiple posts – I’ve replied to your conversation here, so let’s keep the discussion going there. 👍

[Mark]

You can also search our job boards at https://482jobs.com to see if we have any appropriate roles there.

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]

Hello Roshay and welcome.

To begin with, let’s try to lock down what your occupation would be from a visa perspective. This is key as the Australia visas are skilled visas so your occupation will govern the visa types you qualify for.

Does the job description here resonate? If not, take a look here to review other mining roles.

abs.gov.au

1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition, Revision 1

1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition, Revision 1

[Mark]

Hello Mohammad, please click the link (big blue kangaroo) on the post above to view the link in question.

Regards

Mark

[Mark]

Hello mate. Generally, if a skills assessment letter does not specify a validity period, it is considered valid for 3 years; however, if the assessment letter states a shorter validity period, like your ACS letter indicating 2 years, then that timeframe applies, meaning the Aussie government would only consider your results valid for 2 years in your case.

With that said. It looks like their has been a recent change.

According to the latest info here.

Delegates of the Minister will now accept a suitable skills assessment for an applicant’s nominated skilled occupation which has been obtained within the 60 day invitation period.

This change of approach is made as a result of the decision of [2021] FCCA 686). The Minister will administer the in accordance with the decision, but the Minister reserves the right to make submissions in a Court that was wrongly decided.

So theoretically, you could just wait for an invite and inbetween celebrating, retake your skills assessment.

Keep an eye on this however, personally I’d probably retake it sooner rather than later just to be sure, but that’s just me 🙂

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[Mark]

Hello Mohamed, thank you for this. So to conform you have tge experience as defined here.

If so, the occupation In question is on the Regional Occupation list and qualifies for applications under the 494 – Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional) (subclass 494) – Employer sponsored stream.

This visa allows skilled workers to live, work, and study in designated regional areas of Australia.

Eligibility:

This visa still requires nomination by an approved Australian employer in a regional area. A skills assessment and three years of relevant work experience are usually required.

Application Process:

1. Employer lodges a nomination through the Department of Home Affairs.

2. Applicant submits the visa application with evidence of qualifications, skills assessment, and English proficiency.

Finding an employer to sponsor you for the Subclass 494 – Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa can take time, as it requires an employer in a designated regional area who is willing and eligible to sponsor you. Here’s how you can approach this:

Steps to Find a Sponsoring Employers in Australia

1. Target Regional Areas:

Identify the designated regional areas of Australia where Subclass 494 sponsorship applies. These include most of Australia except Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. Learn about designated regional areas here: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/what-we-do/regional-migration.

2. Search Job Portals:

Look for jobs requiring your occupation (e.g., Sales Representative for Medical and Pharmaceutical Products) on Australian job sites that advertise employer-sponsored roles:

482 jobs: https://482jobs.com (we run 482jobs 🙂)

Seek: https://www.seek.com.au

JobActive: https://jobsearch.gov.au

Indeed: https://au.indeed.com

Use keywords such as “482/494 sponsorship” or “employer sponsorship.”

I hope this helps but feel free to ask any further questions.

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]

Hello again Rupal

Applying for an Australian visa as a management consultant can be complex, as multiple visa options are available. Here’s an overview of the process and what each visa means:

Key Steps to Get Started:

1. Assess Your Eligibility: Verify that you meet the requirements for each visa, such as skill level, work experience, and English proficiency. You may also need to meet caveats (specific rules that apply to some occupations) for certain visas.

2. Skills Assessment: Most skilled visas require a positive skills assessment. For a management consultant, the assessing authority is usually VETASSESS. You’ll need to submit documents such as qualifications, work experience, and employment references.

3. Expression of Interest (EOI): For points-based visas (e.g., 189, 190, 491), you must submit an EOI through the SkillSelect system, indicating your occupation and visa preference. See our guide on gettingdownunder here.

4. Check Sponsorship/Nomination: Employer-sponsored visas (e.g., 186, 482, 494) require a job offer from an approved Australian employer, while state-nominated visas (e.g., 190, 491) require you to be invited by a specific state/territory.

5. Gather Documents: Prepare supporting documents, including your skills assessment, identity documents, proof of work experience, and English proficiency test results (e.g., IELTS, PTE). See guide.

6. Lodge Visa Application: Once you’re invited (if applicable), you can submit a visa application online through the Department of Home Affairs website.

With regards to agents, I don’t have an I meduate recommendation as I didn’t use one. This article explains how to find one that is qualified. The most important thing if you choose to use an agent us make sure they are registered with MARA (Migration Agents Registration Authority) . The article I linked explains how to do that. 👍

All the best

Regards

Mark

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Skills Assessment for Migration

Get your professional and trade skills assessed by VETASSESS for skilled migration to Australia. Find information and resources on how to get your skills assessed with us.

[Mark]

Hi Vije, did you compete an IELTS or similar exam?

Also, you may benefit from connecting with @Tommy who also works in the cyber space but appears a little ahead of you from a timing perspective.

We discussed his Australian points score and the lack of interest he is getting to his EOIs (though Tommy was able to lock in an extra 20 points for English by taking a test despite being from an English Speaking Country – hence me checking in that you have done the same 🙂)

Seems to be a tough occupation at the moment which is crazy given the need for cyber capabilities here in Australia. The mind boggles🤷‍♂️

All the best

Mark

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[Mark]

G’day Beth, and welcome to our community 🙂

To secure a job in early childhood education, you could explore job opportunities on our website at https://482jobs.com. Our job board only advertises roles that offer Visa sponsorship.

In addition to 482jobs, you might consider these resources:

1. Seek (seek.com.au): A popular job portal in Australia with a dedicated section for education roles.

2. Indeed (indeed.com.au): Another job site with numerous childcare and education sector listings.

3. Goodstart Early Learning (goodstart.org.au): Australia’s largest provider of early learning services often posts job openings for qualified educators.

Contact the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) (https://acecqa.gov.au) to certify your teaching certificate. They assess and approve qualifications for early childhood educators in Australia. They can guide you through the recognition process if your certificate is from overseas.

Focus on tailoring your resume to highlight your 9 years of experience, emphasising key skills such as curriculum planning, child development, and classroom management. Good luck and I hope this helps.

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 Roseline.

Regarding hospitality, can you expand on the type of experience you have in that space (Chef/waitress/restaurant manager etc?)

In relation to gardener. This does qualify for a number of Visa options however you would need to align your experience and skills with those identified in the link here: https://www.abs.gov.au/ausstats/abs%40.nsf/Product+Lookup/94FCC2AC901189BCCA257B9500131032?opendocument

Is the experience detailed aligned with your own?

If you can confirm, I’ll then be able to provide a little more information on visa options.

All the best

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]

I’m glad you found this useful too Emmanuel. Please feel free to click here if you have your own questions. ☺️

All the best

Mark

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