Find skilled workers ready to be sponsored
SponsorTalent lists skilled workers looking for 482 Skills in Demand, 494 or DAMA sponsorship. Browse every anonymised profile free, then pay only when you want someone's contact details.
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A$30 per candidate
Filter by occupation, location and visa type. Unlock to get the candidate's name, email and phone.
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Tell us the role and we send you matched candidates with names, phone and email.
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Add your business and the roles you need to the employer directory. Candidates and migration agents can find you; your contact details are never shown publicly.
Post a paid job listing
A$149 / 30 days
An advertised sponsored role on the jobs board, reviewed before it goes live. Candidates apply to you directly. Includes 5 candidate unlock credits.
All prices in Australian dollars, including GST where it applies. No subscriptions or contracts. Unlock credits you have already bought keep working. See all pricing →
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What you see on a candidate profile
Profiles are anonymised. Everything below is shown free, so you can judge fit before unlocking anyone.
- Occupation and years of experience
- Skills-assessment status
- English test level
- Current visa status and location (onshore or offshore), as stated by the candidate
- Badges such as Verified Onshore, where the visa document has been checked automatically
Candidate details are self-reported unless a badge says otherwise. Whether someone can be sponsored for your role is a question for a registered migration agent.
From browsing to a sponsored hire
Browse free
Search candidates by occupation, location and visa type. Or list your business free alongside 3,500+ approved sponsors so candidates and agents can find you.
Connect
Unlock the candidates you want for A$30 each, or order a Shortlist and we send matched contacts.
Handle the visa your way
No lock-in. Use any migration agent, or registered agent Keshab Chapagain (MARN 1576536) can help as a separate, paid service.
Employer-sponsored visa options
The right pathway depends on the role, the salary and where your business is.
Subclass 482
Skills in Demand
The most common employer-sponsored visa, for up to 4 years.
- Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Labour Agreement streams
- Salary must meet the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) or Specialist Skills Income Threshold
- Can lead to permanent residency through the 186 TRT stream
Subclass 186
Employer Nomination Scheme
Permanent residency for skilled workers, through Direct Entry or after time on a 482.
- Permanent from the day it is granted
- Direct Entry or Temporary Residence Transition stream
- A strong offer for keeping good people
Subclass 494
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional
For employers in regional Australia, with a pathway to permanent residency.
- 5-year provisional visa
- Pathway to PR through Subclass 191
- Broader occupation list for regional roles
What a 482 sponsorship costs you in government fees
These are paid to the Department of Home Affairs, separately from anything you pay SponsorTalent.
Free tools: work out the charges for your case (482 or 186, any length, your turnover) and check a salary against the 482 thresholds.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Standard Business Sponsorship application | A$420 |
| Nomination application | A$330 |
| Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) levy, per year of nomination | A$1,200 or A$1,800 |
| Visa application charge (primary applicant) | A$4,015 |
| Migration agent professional fees | Quoted per case |
Fees change; confirm current figures on the Department of Home Affairs website. The SAF levy depends on annual turnover. For advice on your situation, Keshab Chapagain (MARN 1576536) offers a paid 30-minute consultation (A$330), credited if you engage him.
Employer questions answered
What does it cost to sponsor a worker through SponsorTalent?
Costs include government fees (sponsorship application, nomination, SAF levy) and a migration agent's professional fee. The SAF levy is A$1,200 or A$1,800 per year depending on your business turnover. On SponsorTalent itself you pay only to connect: A$30 to unlock a candidate, or A$99 / A$179 / A$299 for a Shortlist of 5 / 10 / 20 matched contacts. See pricing.
Do I need to prove I couldn't find an Australian worker?
Yes. For most employer-sponsored visas you must show genuine efforts to recruit Australian workers first, known as Labour Market Testing. This usually means advertising the role on specific platforms for a minimum period. More on Labour Market Testing.
How long does the employer sponsorship process take?
A 482 visa typically takes 1–3 months for the sponsorship and nomination stages, plus 1–4 months for the visa application. The 186 visa can take 6–12 months. Timelines vary with the occupation, how complete the documents are and Department of Home Affairs processing times.
Can small businesses sponsor workers?
Yes. Businesses of any size can become approved sponsors if they are lawfully operating in Australia, have no adverse information and have a genuine need for the nominated position. How to become an approved sponsor.
What occupations can I sponsor for?
Occupations eligible for the 482 Skills in Demand visa are set by the Australian Government, mainly through the Core Skills Occupation List, with the Specialist Skills and Labour Agreement streams covering other roles. They span trades, professions, management and specialist roles. Occupation eligibility for your role is best checked with a registered migration agent.
Sponsorship guides for employers
Compliance manuals, industry playbooks and templates from WIDEN (MARN 1576536), the registered migration agent behind SponsorTalent. Sold on widen.com.au.
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Candidates on SponsorTalent by occupation
Live count of candidate profiles listed on SponsorTalent for these occupations, all seeking an Australian sponsor. Profiles are anonymous until you unlock one.
| Occupation | Candidates | In Australia now | Most-listed locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chef | 365 | 97 | VIC, NSW, Melbourne |
| Truck Driver | 349 | 40 | NSW, WA, VIC |
| Aged Care Worker | 167 | 78 | NSW, QLD, VIC |
| Motor Mechanic | 166 | 14 | QLD, WA, NSW |
| Welder | 145 | 11 | NSW, Sydney, VIC |
| Electrician | 143 | 4 | WA, NSW, Perth |
| Early Childhood Teacher | 134 | 105 | VIC, NSW, Melbourne |
| Registered Nurse | 133 | 25 | NSW, QLD, VIC |
| Nursing Support / Healthcare Assistant | 105 | 2 | NSW, QLD, VIC |
| Accountant | 101 | 29 | NSW, VIC, Melbourne |
| Plumber | 91 | 5 | NSW, WA, Sydney |
| Farm Worker | 91 | 0 | NSW, Sydney, VIC |
| Cook | 87 | 27 | NSW, VIC, Sydney |
| Civil Engineer | 81 | 11 | VIC, WA, Melbourne |
| Carpenter | 76 | 10 | NSW, QLD, VIC |
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