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Australian Skilled Occupation List: Find the top jobs in demand in Australia on the Australia SOL (2024)

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Discover the Australia Skilled Occupation List (SOL) featuring sought-after occupations. Learn about visa opportunities and the path to a successful career in Australia's thriving job market.

Are you aspiring to work in Australia? The Australia Skilled Occupation List (SOL) provides valuable insights into the high-demand careers in the country. 

By understanding the SOL, you can explore visa opportunities and plan your path to a successful career in Australia's competitive job market. 

Whether you are a skilled worker, professional, or recent graduate, this article about the Australia SOL will help you make informed decisions and take advantage of the available opportunities.

What is Australia Skilled Occupation List (SOL)?

The Skilled Occupation List (SOL) has been updated and replaced by the Medium and Long Term Strategic Skill List (MLTSSL). This new list identifies occupations in demand for skilled migration to Australia, providing opportunities for long-term contributions to the country's workforce and economy.

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What is the Skilled Migration Occupation List?

The Skilled Migration Occupation List is maintained by the Australian government for its skilled migration program. It has three categories:

1. STSOL: Short-Term Skilled Occupation List

2. MLTSSL: Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skill List

3. ROL: Regional Occupation List

These lists determine which occupations are in demand and eligible for different types of visas – temporary or permanent. The goal is to attract skilled workers who can contribute to Australia's economy and regional development. Recently, the Ministry of Home Affairs updated the list to align with economic priorities.

The Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) 

The Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) includes about 215 in-demand occupations in Australia. It's used for skilled migration under various visa programs. Engineers, IT professionals, healthcare workers, and educators are among the sought-after occupations on this list.

Qualified applicants who possess occupations listed on the STSOL may apply for skilled migration visas such as Subclass 190, Subclass 489, Subclass 186, Subclass 457, and Subclass 407. The STSOL is regularly reviewed and updated to meet the changing demands of the Australian job market and to ensure that skilled workers can contribute to the country's economy and regional growth.

Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skill List (MLTSSL)

The Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skill List (MLTSSL) is designed for skilled migration to Australia without the need for sponsorship. Through Visa Subclass 189, skilled professionals can immigrate based on their skills, independent of employer or state sponsorship. This program aims to attract talented individuals across different sectors and was formerly known as the Skilled Occupation List (SOL).

Regional Occupation List (ROL)

The Regional Occupation List (ROL) applies to visa subclasses 407, 489, TSS, and others, focusing on regional migration programs. To explore these opportunities, it's advisable to consult immigration experts for guidance on the specific rules and requirements.

For general skilled migration, you can choose from a combined list of occupations that match your profile best. Selecting a suitable occupation is the crucial first step towards your Australian immigration as a skilled independent.

Below is a compilation of the most frequently nominated occupations by Indian applicants for various migration programs:

Here’s the list of the occupations most preferred by Indians in 2023 in Australia:

OCCUPATION

ANZSCO CODE

LIST

VISA SUBCLASSES (STREAMS OR TYPE)

ASSESSING AUTHORITY

IT Specialists:

       

Developer Programmer

261312

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ACS

Software Engineer

261313

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ACS

Software Tester

261314

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

ACS

Web Designer

232414

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Web Developer

261212

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

ACS

Software and Applications Programmers

261399

MLTSSL

186, 407, TSS (M)

ACS

ICT Support Engineer

263212

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

ACS

ICT Support Technicians nec

313199

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

TRA

ICT Systems Test Engineer

263213

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

ACS

ICT Trainer

223211

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

ACS

Analyst Programmer

261311

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ACS

Education:

       

Middle School Teacher

241311

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

AITSL

Secondary School Teacher

241411

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

AITSL

Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher

241111

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

AITSL

Managerial and Executive:

       

Human Resource Manager

132311

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

AIM

Chief Executive or Managing Director

111111

MLTSSL

186*, 407, TSS (M)*

AIM

Company Secretary

221211

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Corporate General Manager

111211

MLTSSL

186*, 407, TSS (M)*

AIM

Corporate Services Manager

132111

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)*

VETASSESS

Engineers and Technicians:

       

Civil Engineer

233211

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

Engineers Australia

Civil Engineering Technician

312212

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

VETASSESS

Telecommunications Engineer

263311

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

Engineers Australia

Aeronautical Engineer

233911

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

Engineers Australia

Agricultural Engineer

233912

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

Engineers Australia

Agricultural Technician

311111

Regional

407, 489 (S/T), TSS (M)*

VETASSESS

Geotechnical Engineer

233212

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

Engineers Australia

Architect

232111

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

AACA

Architectural Draftsperson

312111

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec

312199

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Agricultural Scientist

234112

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

VETASSESS

Automotive Electrician

321111

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

TRA

Electrical Engineer

233311

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

Engineers Australia

Electronics Engineer

233411

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

Engineers Australia

Civil Engineering Draftsperson

312211

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

Engineers Australia/VETASSESS

Biomedical Engineer

233913

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

Engineers Australia

Biotechnologist

234514

MLTSSL

186, 407, TSS (M)

VETASSESS

Air-conditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber

334112

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

TRA

Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic

342111

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

TRA

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)

323111

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

TRA

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

323112

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

TRA

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures)

323113

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

TRA

Chemistry Technician

311411

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Mechanical Engineering Technician

312512

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)*

TRA

Geologist

234411

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Geophysicist

234412

MLTSSL

186, 407, TSS (M)

VETASSESS

Healthcare Professionals:

       

Biochemist

234513

MLTSSL

186, 407, TSS (M)

VETASSESS

Nursing Clinical Director

134212

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Nutritionist

251112

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Obstetrician and Gynecologist

253913

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

MedBA

Pediatric Surgeon

253516

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

MedBA

Pediatrician

253321

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

MedBA

Physicist

234914

MLTSSL

See note

VETASSESS (non-medical physicist) / ACPSEM (medical physicists)

Physiotherapist

252511

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

APC

Psychiatrist

253411

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

MedBA

Psychologists

272399

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

APS

Registered Nurse (Aged Care)

254412

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)

254413

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Community Health)

254414

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)

254415

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability)

254416

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation)

254417

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)

254421

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Medical)

254418

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Mental Health)

254422

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Pediatrics)

254425

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Preoperative)

254423

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurse (Surgical)

254424

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Registered Nurses

254499

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ANMAC

Anesthetic Technician

311211

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Anesthetist

253211

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

MedBA

Enrolled Nurse

411411

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

ANMAC

Building and Engineering Technicians

312999

Regional

407, 489 (S/T), TSS (M)*

VETASSESS/Engineers Australia

Cardiac Technician

311212

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Cardiologist

253312

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

MedBA

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

253512

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

MedBA

Chemical Plant Operator

399211

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

TRA

Chemist

234211

MLTSSL

186, 407, TSS (M)

VETASSESS

Gastroenterologist

253316

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

MedBA

General Practitioner

253111

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

MedBA

Medical Diagnostic Radiographer

251211

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

ASMIRT

Medical Laboratory Scientist

234611

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

AIMS

Medical Oncologist

253314

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

MedBA

Medical Practitioners nec

253999

MLTSSL

186, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)

MedBA

Microbiologist

234517

MLTSSL

186, 407, TSS (M)

VETASSESS

Others Professions:

       

Multimedia Designer

232413

Regional

407, 489 (S/T), TSS (M)*

VETASSESS

Multimedia Specialist

261211

MLTSSL

186, 407, TSS (M)

ACS

Taxation Accountant

221113

MLTSSL

186*, 189 (PT), 190, 407, 485 (GW),489 (F), 489 (S/T), TSS (M)*

CAANZ/CPAA/IPA

Interior Designer

232511

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Fashion Designer

232311

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Journalists and Other Writers nec

212499

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)

VETASSESS

Market Research Analyst

225112

Regional

407, 489 (S/T), TSS (M)*

VETASSESS

Marketing Specialist

225113

STSOL

190, 407, 489 (S/T), TSS (S)*

VETASSESS

 

What are the jobs in demand in Australia for Indians in the IT sector?

In 2023, the IT engineering sector in Australia is flourishing, with a high demand for IT engineers, data specialists, and data analysts. If you're a computer engineer with experience in the IT industry, consider exploring opportunities through the skilled migration program for career advancement. The thriving IT industry in Australia is eager to hire specialists in areas that are currently in demand.

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers (FAQs)

What opportunities are there in non-IT engineering sectors in Australia?

Non-IT engineering sectors in Australia offer abundant opportunities for engineers with the right skills and qualifications. In-demand fields include Mechanical, Aeronautical, Industrial, Biomedical, Civil, Chemical, and Environmental Engineering. Meeting Australia Engineers' industry standards through assessment tests can open doors to a world full of booming engineering opportunities.

What are the in-demand engineering streams in Australia apart from the ones mentioned?

Ample opportunities also exist in the Chemical, Civil, Electronics, Environmental, and Geotechnical engineering sectors. Skill assessments are conducted for migration applicants to meet industry standards in Australia. This includes evaluating educational credentials, prior employment, and work experience.

Are there skilled worker opportunities in the Australian education sector?

Australia's education sector seeks educators for schools, universities, and administrative roles. Skilled individuals with teaching abilities and English fluency can apply for permanent residency. Skill assessments by AITSL are required.

What are the skilled worker opportunities in the Australian healthcare sector?

The healthcare sector in Australia has a demand for doctors, therapists, nurses, physiotherapists, and other medical practitioners. Job prospects in this field offer excellent earning opportunities, and Australia's healthcare system is among the world's best, with a high life expectancy.

 

Eligibility criteria for healthcare professionals include a relevant Bachelor's degree, at least one year of work experience or hospital training, and registration approval from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Authority (AHPRA). Registration with a Medical Board is necessary for working in the healthcare sector, with procedures overseen by AHPRA. Successful completion of a skill assessment test ensures compliance with industry standards. 

What is the Consolidated Skilled Occupation List (CSOL)?

The Consolidated Skilled Occupation List (CSOL), which was valid until April 19, 2017, identified skilled occupations for migration to Australia. It was subsequently replaced by the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL). The STSOL focuses on short-term skilled roles, while the CSOL aimed to address broader migration needs.

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What are the Australian Skilled Occupation Lists and their significance?

The Occupation Lists are essential for skilled migration to Australia. They identify high-demand occupations, aligning with the country's labour market needs. To be eligible, skilled workers must have relevant education and experience matching the listed occupations. Choosing a closer match increases migration chances. The lists are regularly updated, and recent regulations aim to enhance the economy while considering skilled workers' needs and available resources.

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