Working and living in Australia is a dream come true for many; luckily for you, eligibility in the Skilled Occupation list can pave the way for you. The list contains all the jobs and occupations that are in high demand in Australia.
The list is updated every 6 months because the occupations in the STSOL are in high demand for a short time and the list needs to be updated continuously, but more on that later.
This blog contains the detailed Skilled occupation list, occupations in both MLTSSL and STSOL and the process of applying for a skilled visa, so stay tuned.
What is the skilled occupation list?
The skilled occupation list or SOL contains a list of all the jobs that are in high demand in Australia. There are two types, MLTSSL list, and STSOL skilled occupation list. The former contains high demand and the latter, seasonal jobs.
If your occupation is in the Skilled occupation list, you automatically become eligible for permanent residency in Australia. All you have to do is apply for the skilled visa, but more on that later.
Categories of Skilled Occupation List
The skilled occupation list is divided into two main categories. Here is what that means.
| Medium & Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) | Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) |
| This part of the Skilled Occupation List contains all the occupations that are always high demand. They will remain in high demand in the future too. | This part of the Skilled Occupation List contains all the occupations that are only in high demand because of external circumstances. This could be a period of skill shortage. These occupations may be taken out of the STSOL after some time. |
What are the Benefits of Skilled Visa Australia?
The Benefits of applying for an occupation in skilled occupation list are:
- Permission to stay legally in Australia permanently
- Permission to study and work in the country
- Accessing Medicare and other public health schemes.
- Sponsoring your partners/children/family for visa
- Traveling to and from Australia
- Apply for an Australian citizenship
What are the Eligibility Criteria for a Skilled Visa?
Here is the eligibility criteria for a skilled Visa for the Skilled Occupation List:
- Must not be 45 when you apply for EOI
- Get a 65 or more score on the EOI
- Have the skills you have claimed in your EOI
- English level competency according to competent English criteria.
- You must not in immigration clearance
- If you are currently in Australia, you should have Bridging Visa (A, B, or C)
- The Department of Home Affairs should invite you to apply
- Meet the department’s health/character requirements
How Long You Can Stay?
The skilled visa is a permanent visa that allows you to live in Australia legally and indefinitely. However, you are eligible to travel to and from Australia for just 5 years (under this visa).
Remember, your permanent residency starts the day you receive this visa.
What is the Cost of a Skilled Visa?
If you are applying for an occupation in the Skilled Occupation List, the visa cost is about AUD 4,240.00 for the main applicant. If your family members apply with you, they will be charged additionally.
The cost for each family member varies depending on their relationship with you and their job in the skilled occupation list.
How To Apply For A Skilled Visa?
This is the detailed application process you follow if you want to apply for a job in the Skilled Occupation List.
| Steps | Details |
| Step 1 | Submit an application containing your expression of interest to let the department know you want to apply for the visa. You can submit EOI through Skillset. |
| Step 2 | Gather all relevant documents like degrees, diplomas, work experience etc. |
| Step 3 | We will send you an invitation to apply online. You can apply in response to that invitation within 60 days. |
| Step 4 | You will be notified when the department receives the application. You may receive a bridging visa before the skilled visa is granted. |
| Step 5 | The outcome of your visa will be shared with you. The department also explains the reasons for accepting or rejecting your visa. |
What Are The Most Demanding Jobs In Australia?
Here are the 10 most demanding jobs in Australia for 2023. The jobs in the skilled occupation list are updated every 6 weeks.
What Jobs Are Included In The Skilled Occupation List?
The skilled occupation list contains the most demanding jobs in Australia for 2023, as well as the relatively less demanded jobs. Here is more information on the topic.
1. Accountant
| Occupation | List | Job Description |
| Accountant (General) | MLTSSL | Manage and maintain the financial interactions and transactions of a team |
| Internal Auditor | MLTSSL | To ensure risk management compliance within a company |
| Tax Accountant | MLTSSL | Maintain the tax database of the company and create reports of taxation |
| External Auditor | MLTSSL | Review and audit the financial behavior of a company and submit report |
| Management Accountant | MLTSSL | Create reports to show insights into the performance of an organization |
2. Architect
| Occupation | List | Job Definition |
| Landscape Architect | MLTSSL | They oversee and design the construction of buildings and outdoor spaces. e.t.c. |
| Qualified Architect | MLTSSL | Construct durable and long-lasting buildings that follow safety procedures |
| Naval Architect | MLTSSL | Design and build ships and vessels. They also maintain these. |
3. Engineer
| Occupation | List | Occupation Definition |
| Aeronautical Engineer | MLTSSL | Designing, maintaining, and improving aircraft and related systems like propulsion systems. |
| Biomedical Engineer | MLTSSL | Create and maintain diagnostic instruments and equipment. |
| Civil Engineer | MLTSSL | Manage large construction projects. Create new buildings, public spaces, and houses. |
| Civil Engineering Technician | MLTSSL | Provide technical support to engineers and help them in their construction projects. |
| Electrical Engineering Draftsperson | MLTSSL | They draw the different layouts and wiring systems for a building and help engineers. |
| Engineering Manager | MLTSSL | They help plan, manage, and coordinate various engineering projects of a building. |
| Environmental Engineer | MLTSSL | Prepare, review and manage any investigations into the projects. Also, manage environmental concerns. |
| Industrial Engineer | MLTSSL | They make products or provide services to industries. |
| Mechanical Engineer | MLTSSL | conduct research to develop and design mechanical components. |
| Petroleum Engineer | MLTSSL | Is crucial and helps find energy supplies for the country. |
| Production or Plant Engineer | MLTSSL | Modify, construct, or maintain industrial plants. |
| Telecommunications Engineer | MLTSSL | Maintain, install, and repair systems of communication, like telephone. |
| Transport Engineer | MLTSSL | Create designs for highways, bridges, municipal systems, and traffic systems. |
| Agricultural Engineer | MLTSSL | Develop products and tools to solve agricultural issues. They also ensure agricultural practices are in line with environmental concerns. |
| Chemical Engineer | MLTSSL | Develop tools to help with troubleshooting concerns of procedures. |
| Civil Engineering Draftsperson | MLTSSL | Assist, design, and maintain civil engineering projects. |
| Electrical Engineer | MLTSSL | Test electrical devices for accuracy. They also design new electrical products. |
| Electrical Engineering Technician | MLTSSL | Assemble electrical systems and products and repair instruments. |
| Engineering Professionals | MLTSSL | Solve complex mathematical and scientific problems. |
| Geotechnical Engineer | MLTSSL | Before a construction project is made, these engineers access and review the environmental conditions. |
| Materials Engineer | MLTSSL | Test materials that are used during the production process. |
| Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) | MLTSSL | Create and suggest safe practices for extraction of energy supplies like oil, gas, and metals. |
| Physicist | MLTSSL | Carries out scientific experiments to test scientific theories. |
| Structural Engineer | MLTSSL | Ensures the durability of structures made. |
| Telecommunications Field Engineer | MLTSSL | Provide technical information and monitor complex projects related to telecommunication. |
4. Medical Practitioner
| Occupation | List | Occupation Definition |
| Biochemist | MLTSSL | Research and execute complex biochemistry projects. |
| Cardiologist | MLTSSL | Diagnose and treat complex disorders of the cardiovascular system. |
| Chemist | MLTSSL | Responsible for developing new products and conducting research on new substances. |
| Clinical Haematologist | MLTSSL | Study blood and its cellular composition to diagnose blood-related disorders. |
| Dermatologist | MLTSSL | Analyze the patient’s medical history, conduct screenings and evaluate skin conditions. |
| Educational Psychologist | MLTSSL | Responsible for caring for young people within an educational setup. |
| Endocrinologist | MLTSSL | Diagnosinging, treating, and managing endocrine conditions. |
| General Practitioner | MLTSSL | Providing medical services to the local community. |
| MLTSSL | ||
| Medical Diagnostic Radiographer | MLTSSL | Operate x-rays and make assessments dependent on the medical imaging equipment. |
| Medical Oncologist | MLTSSL | Treating, managing, and assessing the conditions of cancer patients. |
| Medical Radiation Therapist | MLTSSL | Helping cancer patients and providing them with specialized care. |
| Neurosurgeon | MLTSSL | People who specialize in diagnosis and treatment of nervous systems. |
| Occupational Therapist | MLTSSL | Helping people deal with and recover from accidents or injuries. |
| Optometrist | MLTSSL | Analyzing people’s vision, diagnosing their conditions, and dealing with sight conditions. |
| Orthopaedic Surgeon | MLTSSL | Deal with musculoskeletal systems. |
| Osteopath | MLTSSL | Provides manual therapy and exercise and deals with a range of general health problems. |
| Paediatric Surgeon | MLTSSL | Detect abnormalities related to pregnancies. Individuals also provide assistance during childbirth. |
| Pathologist | MLTSSL | Use laboratory equipment and techniques to assess specimens of patients. |
| Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon | MLTSSL | Provide plastic surgeries and assistance in improving facial features. |
| Psychiatrist | MLTSSL | Provide mental and emotional help to patients recognized under DSM. |
| Radiation Oncologist | MLTSSL | Using radiation therapy to help cancer patients. |
| Rheumatologist | MLTSSL | Doctors who help individuals with inflammatory conditions. |
| Sonographer | MLTSSL | Perform ultrasounds and provide a medical diagnosis. |
| Specialist Physicians nec | MLTSSL | Diagnosing and treating internal disorders of humans. |
| Surgeon (General) | MLTSSL | Performing surgical operations for accidents or injuries. |
| Urologist | MLTSSL | Diagnose and treat issues with the urinary system. |
| Biomedical Engineer | MLTSSL | Design and maintain diagnostic equipment used in medicine. |
| Cardiothoracic Surgeon | MLTSSL | Perform surgical operations on heart and related organs. |
| Chiropractor | MLTSSL | Relieve patients of any ongoing pain or pain-inducing conditions. |
| Clinical Psychologist | MLTSSL | Performs psychological tests to diagnose and treat patients. |
| Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist | MLTSSL | Monitoring patients using specialized medical imaging techniques and equipment. |
| Emergency Medicine Specialist | MLTSSL | Managing serious life conditions and providing care. |
| Gastroenterologist | MLTSSL | Helping with liver-related issues. |
| Intensive Care Specialist | MLTSSL | Help treat critically ill patients in the hospital. |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | MLTSSL | Analyze biological specimens. |
| Medical Practitioners nec | MLTSSL | Includes dermatologists, obstetricians, and emergency medicine specialists. |
| Neurologist | MLTSSL | Help treat issues of the spinal cord, brain, or nerves. |
| Obstetrician and Gynaecologist | MLTSSL | Diagnosing and treating women-related health issues. |
| Ophthalmologist | MLTSSL | Diagnosing and treating issues with the eye and vision. |
| Organisational Psychologist | MLTSSL | Focus and regulate the behavior and emotions of people within an organization. |
| Orthotist or Prosthetist | MLTSSL | Diagnose and measure medical supportive devices. |
| Otorhinolaryngologist | MLTSSL | Provides medical assistance for allergies, disorders, and injuries of the nasal passage. |
| Paediatrician | MLTSSL | To provide care for your individuals. |
| Physiotherapist | MLTSSL | Educating patients and informing them of the best medical options for them. |
| Podiatrist | MLTSSL | Treating ankle and foot ailments including arthritis. |
| Psychologists | MLTSSL | Provide cognitive and emotional therapy to clients. |
| Renal Medicine Specialist | MLTSSL | Assessing, diagnosing, and treating kidney-related issues. |
| Resident Medical Officer | MLTSSL | Plan and execute clinical care and follow a comprehensive and inclusive plan. |
| Specialist Physician (General Medicine) | MLTSSL | Diagnose and manage disorders of the internal human systems. |
| Speech Pathologist | MLTSSL | Diagnose, assess, and treat issues related to speech and communication. |
| Thoracic Medicine Specialist | MLTSSL | Manage disorders and diseases of the respiratory systems. |
| Vascular Surgeon | MLTSSL | Diagnosing, treating, and managing issues of the arteries and blood vessels. |
5. Nurse
| Occupation | List | Occupation Definition |
| Nurse Practitioner | MLTSSL | Provide prevention mechanisms to patients. Help with their treatments. |
| Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health) | MLTSSL | Provide nursing assistance to young children and their respective families. |
| Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) | MLTSSL | Provide help for critically ill patients. |
| Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation) | MLTSSL | Provide nursing help to people recovering from accidents and injuries. |
| Registered Nurse (Medical) | MLTSSL | Monitor the plan and recommend changes in treatment strategies of the patient. |
| Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) | MLTSSL | Diagnosing and treating medical conditions of children. |
| Registered Nurse (Medical) | MLTSSL | Assessing and identifying patient needs and monitoring their conditions. |
| Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) | MLTSSL | Administering minor procedures on children and adolescents. |
| Registered Nurse (Surgical) | MLTSSL | Help surgeons with surgeries. |
| Midwife | MLTSSL | Provide help during childbirth. |
| Registered Nurse (Aged Care) | MLTSSL | Nurse children and provide assistance to families. |
| Registered Nurse (Community Health) | MLTSSL | General duty where nurses teach patients about safe medical practices. |
| Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability) | MLTSSL | Nurse individuals who suffer from some mental disorder or physical disability. |
| Registered Nurse (Mental Health) | MLTSSL | Assess the emotional and medical needs of individuals and recommends treatment. |
| Registered Nurse (Perioperative) | MLTSSL | Provide assistance to people undergoing surgeries and calm their fears. |
| Registered Nurses | MLTSSL | Assessing and identifying the needs of the patients and monitoring their medical plans. |
6. Veterinarian
| Occupation | List | Occupation Definition |
| Veterinarian | MLTSSL | Diagnosing and treating pets and animals who are suffering from medical conditions. |
7. Surveyor
| Occupation | List | Occupation Definition |
| Surveyor | MLTSSL | Assess features of lands like their shape and their depth. |
8. Cartographer
| Occupation | List | Occupation Definition |
| Cartographer | MLTSSL | Studying, designing and producing digital maps and diagrams. |
9. Social Worker
| Occupation | List | Occupation Definition |
| Social Worker | MLTSSL | Providing support and lending advice to individuals to help them with their problems. |
10. Chef
| Occupation | List | Occupation Definition |
| Chef | MLTSSL | Cook for restaurants. Individuals can also work for corporates or individual clients. |
11. Teacher
| Occupation | List | Occupation Definition |
| Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher | MLTSSL | Teaching pre-primary kids. |
| Special Education Teachers nec | MLTSSL | Educate students who are facing learning difficulties in school. |
| Teacher of the Hearing/Sight Impaired | MLTSSL | Providing education assistance to children with visually impaired sight or hearing. |
| Secondary School Teacher | MLTSSL | Educate and devise policies for secondary school children. |
| Special Needs Teacher | MLTSSL | Provides education assistance to children with special needs. |
12. Construction Project Manager
| Occupation | List | Occupation Details |
| Construction Project Manager | MLTSSL | Creates and analyze a time frame for projects, distributes resources, and ensures all projects are completed within a specified time frame. |
13. Scientist
| Occupation | List | Occupation Details |
| Agricultural Scientist | MLTSSL | Devise plans to increase crop sustainability and productivity. |
| Biotechnologist | MLTSSL | Improve products for agriculture, mostly by using biological organisms. |
| Environmental Research Scientist | MLTSSL | Implementing policies for the protection and enhancement of flora and fauna. |
| Life Scientist (General) | MLTSSL | Assess and examine biochemistry and physiology of plants, animals and humans. |
| Marine Biologist | MLTSSL | Study ocean and aquatic life and assesses them. |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | MLTSSL | Conducts test to analyze medical and health conditions. |
| Physicist | MLTSSL | Study and test various theories regarding physics. |
| Biochemist | MLTSSL | Carry out research for applied and basic programs. |
| Botanist | MLTSSL | Study evolution and physiology of plants and environment. |
| Environmental Scientists nec | MLTSSL | Conduct tests and analyze data to help improve environment. |
| Life Scientists nec | MLTSSL | To see how living beings interact with each other and their environment. |
| Microbiologist | MLTSSL | Study and analyze microorganisms. |
| Other Spatial Scientist | MLTSSL | Study spatial environment and interpret findings. |
| Zoologist | MLTSSL | Study animals and their interactions with the environment. |
What you Should do Now?
If your occupation or your job is included in the skilled occupation list, you can apply for permanent residency in Australia. However, the application process can often be confusing and tiresome for individuals. If you are confused, should you just give up and leave your desire of settling in Australia? Certainly not.
The Migration is a registered Visa company that helps you through the application process and ensures you are working and settled in Australia within the shortest time possible. Over the years, it has established its position as the best migration company for Australia.
If you want to get in touch with us and learn more about the skilled occupation list and whether it includes your job, contact us.
FAQs Related to Skilled Occupation List
Q1. Can I include my family members for jobs under the Skilled Occupation List?
A1. Yes, if your family member is qualified or has an occupation included in the skilled occupation list, they can also be eligible for the skilled visa.
Q2. Can I travel under the Skilled Visa?
A2. Yes, you are eligible to travel to and from Australia with this visa if your occupation is included in the skilled occupation list. This relaxation ends after 5 years.
Q3. Is it safe to work in Australia?
A3. Yes, you will be protected by Australian workplace laws if your occupation is included in the skilled occupation list. Learn more about these laws here.
