Hire Sponsored Workers by Occupation
These are the occupations most commonly sponsored in Australia through the Subclass 482 (Skills in Demand), 494 (Regional) and DAMA visa programs. Pick a role to see the ANZSCO code, skills assessment, salary range, and overseas-trained candidates seeking an Australian sponsor. Listing is free — you only pay a one-off A$30 incl. GST unlock to contact a match.
Aged Care
Agriculture
Automotive
Childcare
Construction
Bricklayer →
ANZSCO 331111
Blocklayer, Brick and Block Layer, Bricklayer and Blocklayer
Cabinetmaker →
ANZSCO 394111
Cabinet Maker, Furniture Maker, Kitchen Cabinetmaker
Roof Tiler →
ANZSCO 333311
Roofer, Roof Plumber (tiling), Tiling Roofer
Stonemason →
ANZSCO 331112
Monumental Stonemason, Construction Stonemason, Stone Mason
Wall and Floor Tiler →
ANZSCO 333411
Tiler, Ceramic Tiler, Floor Tiler
Solid Plasterer →
ANZSCO 333212
Plasterer, Renderer, Cement Renderer
Glazier →
ANZSCO 333111
Glass Glazier, Glazing Tradesperson, Glass Fitter
Floor Finisher →
ANZSCO 332111
Floor Layer, Floor Sander and Polisher, Flooring Installer
Joiner →
ANZSCO 331213
Timber Joiner, Stair Builder, Architectural Joiner
Painting Trades Worker →
ANZSCO 332211
Painter, Painter and Decorator, Industrial Painter
Electrician →
ANZSCO 341111 · A$70k–105k
A-Grade Electrician, Electrical Mechanic, Industrial Electrician
Plumber →
ANZSCO 334111 · A$70k–110k
Gas Fitter, Drainer, Roof Plumber
Carpenter →
ANZSCO 331212 · A$62k–95k
Joiner, Cabinetmaker, Formwork Carpenter
Construction Labourer →
ANZSCO 821211 · A$58k–90k
Builder's Labourer, Site Labourer, Demolition Worker
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic →
ANZSCO 342111
HVAC Technician, Refrigeration Technician, Airconditioning Mechanic
Landscape Gardener →
ANZSCO 362711
Landscaper, Landscape Tradesperson, Horticulturist (trade)
Education
Engineering
Food
Food Production
Healthcare
Registered Nurse →
ANZSCO 254499 · A$75k–110k
Division 1 Nurse, RN, Theatre Nurse
Nursing Support / Healthcare Assistant →
ANZSCO 423312 · A$55k–70k
Nursing Support Worker, Assistant in Nursing (AIN), Patient Care Assistant
Occupational Therapist →
ANZSCO 252411 · A$80k–120k
Paediatric OT, Adult OT, Hand Therapist
Physiotherapist →
ANZSCO 252511 · A$80k–125k
Sports Physiotherapist, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Paediatric Physiotherapist
Dental Assistant →
ANZSCO 411211 · A$55k–80k
Dental Nurse, Dental Hygienist, Oral Health Therapist
Hospitality
Chef →
ANZSCO 351311 · A$62k–95k
Head Chef, Sous Chef, Pastry Chef
Cook →
ANZSCO 351411 · A$55k–75k
Commercial Cook, Kitchen Hand to Cook, Short Order Cook
Hospitality Manager →
ANZSCO 141111 · A$65k–110k
Hotel Manager, Restaurant Manager, Cafe Manager
Pastrycook →
ANZSCO 351112
Pastry Chef, Patissier, Cake Decorator (trade)
Hotel or Motel Manager →
ANZSCO 141311
Accommodation Manager, Resort Manager, Motel Manager
IT
Logistics
Manufacturing
Personal Services
Professional Services
Retail
Transport
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Every occupation is also available by state and city — browse visa sponsorship by location (NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and regional Australia).
Also see
Candidates: browse sponsored jobs by occupation · How sponsorship works for employers
Need a registered migration agent to lodge the sponsorship?
Finding the candidate is one step — the sponsorship approval, nomination and visa must be lodged by a registered migration agent (MARN holder). Get a free, no-obligation assessment from WIDEN — Migration Experts (MARN 1576536).
Frequently asked questions
Which occupations can I sponsor?
Any occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list for the visa you use — 482 Skills in Demand (Core Skills and Specialist Skills lists), 494 Regional, or a DAMA agreement. The roles listed here are the most commonly sponsored; a registered migration agent can confirm eligibility for your specific role and business.
How much does it cost to list a position?
Listing is free. SponsorTalent is funded by a one-off A$30 incl. GST unlock fee paid when you want to contact a matched candidate — there are no recruitment agency commissions.
Do I need to be an approved sponsor first?
You need Standard Business Sponsorship (SBS) approval to nominate a worker, but you can list a position and connect with candidates before that — a registered migration agent can arrange your sponsorship approval in parallel.
General information only, not migration advice. Occupation lists, salary thresholds and DAMA areas change — verify with a registered migration agent (MARN 1576536).