Medium and Long-Term Skilled Occupation Lists: A Comprehensive Guide

 

Are you thinking of a job in Australia? The Medium and Long-Term Skilled Occupation List (MLTSSL) can help. This list shows the jobs Australia needs. It is important for people who want to work or migrate to Australia.
 

What is  Medium and Long Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)?


The MLTSSL, which stands for Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List, is a list created by the Australian Government's Department of Home Affairs. It identifies occupations that are considered to be in high demand across the Australian job market for the near future.

The Australian government periodically updates its skilled occupation lists to meet the country's labour market demands and facilitate skilled migration. These lists categorise occupations based on their projected employment growth and skill requirements. Understanding these lists is crucial for individuals aspiring to migrate to Australia under the skilled migration program.

The Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) are two primary lists that determine the eligibility of occupations for various skilled visa programs. Let's delve into the details and significance of these lists.


Occupations on the MLTSSL tend to have long-term structural demand and are not subject to shortages linked only to the economic cycle. Getting qualified and experienced in an MLTSSL occupation can make it easier for many applicants to gain sufficient points and migrate to Australia permanently.

 

MLTSSL vs. Other Skilled Occupation Lists (SOL/STSOL/ROL):

ListPurposeKey Differences form MLTSSL
MLTSSL (Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List)Identifies occupations with long-term high demand across Australia.Focuses on professions critical for the foreseeable future. Ideal for those seeking stable, long-term careers.
SOL (Skilled Occupation List)Broader list encompassing a wider range of skilled occupations.Includes some occupations with shorter-term demand or those specific to certain regions. May not guarantee long-term job security.
STSOL (Short-Term Skilled Occupation List)Focuses on occupations with shorter-term skill shortages.Occupations may not be in high demand for the long haul. May be suitable for those seeking temporary work or experience in Australia.
ROL (Regional Occupation List)Lists occupations in specific regional areas of Australia experiencing skill shortages.Useful for those open to living and working outside major cities. May have specific requirements for regional visas.


What are the documents Required for a medium and long term strategic skill list?

 

MLTSSL stands for Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa (Medium-term stream). This is a visa option for skilled workers to immigrate to Australia by filling a skills shortage in a specific occupation.

The required documents for an MLTSSL visa application can vary depending on your individual circumstances. However, some general documents you'll likely need include:

  • Identity Documents: Passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay), birth certificate, marriage certificate (if applicable), etc.
  • Skill Evidence: Evidence of your qualifications and experience relevant to the nominated occupation. This could include academic transcripts, certificates, reference letters, and a resume.
  • English Language Ability: Results from an acceptable English language test (e.g., IELTS, PTE) if applicable.
  • Sponsorship Documents: If you have a sponsoring employer, you'll need documentation from them.
  • Other Supporting Documents: Depending on your situation, you might need additional documents like police certificates, medical certificates, proof of financial resources, etc.


 

Which skilled workers are in demand in Australia?

 

Here are the key points about which skilled workers are in demand in Australia:

  • Healthcare workers (nurses, doctors, aged care specialists)
  • Skilled trades (electricians, chefs, plumbers, construction workers)
  • Technology specialists (software developers, programmers, cybersecurity experts, data scientists)
  • Education professionals (school teachers, special needs educators, early childhood teachers)
  • Niche areas (renewable energy, agriculture technology, analytics, critical minerals research)
  • Human services
  • Technical trades
  • STEM fields
  • Specialty healthcare roles

The main factors driving demand are:

  • Massive skill shortages across various sectors
  • Impacts of the pandemic
  • Infrastructure expansion plans
  • Rapid growth of the digital economy
  • Focus on STEM skills
  • Talent crunch in education
  • Prioritization of niche technical capabilities

Overall, skilled migration is being leveraged to fill crucial workforce gaps across human services, trades, technology, education, and emerging specialized fields critical to Australia's economy and priorities.


Key Changes and Updates to the MLTSSL for 2024

 

The MLTSSL changes every year to match Australia's job needs. In 2024, new jobs like data scientists, cybersecurity experts, and renewable energy engineers were added. These jobs are important for new technologies and sustainable practices.
 

Benefits of MLTSSL in 2024 

 

The MLTSSL identifies high-value occupations that demonstrate strong employment prospects and sustainability over the medium to long-term in Australia. Getting assessed as skilled in an MLTSSL occupation can significantly boost your PR points for the sought-after Skilled Independent (189) and Skilled Nominated (190) visas.

Key Advantages:

Access to high-points permanent residency pathways
Recognized as addressing structural skills needs
Prioritized processing for some visa categories

Sample MLTSSL Occupations: Software Engineer, Civil Engineer, Nursing professional, University Lecturer, Veterinarian.
 

 

Here's a table illustrating some of the key skilled occupations listed under the MLTSSL:

 

Anzsco CodeOccupationAssessing Authority

133111

construction project manager

VETASSESS

133211

engineering manager

(a) Engineers Australia; or (b) AIM

134111

child care centre manager

TRA

134212

nursing clinical director

ANMAC

134213

primary health organisation manager

VETASSESS

134214

welfare centre manager

ACWA

139911

arts administrator or manager

VETASSESS

139912

environmental manager

VETASSESS

211112

dancer or choreographer

VETASSESS

211212

music director

VETASSESS

211213

musician (instrumental)

VETASSESS

212111

artistic director

VETASSESS

221111

accountant (general)

(a) CPAA; or (b) CAANZ; or (c) IPA

221112

management accountant

(a) CPAA; or (b) IPA; or (c) CAANZ

221113

taxation accountant

(a) CPAA; or (b) IPA; or (c) CAANZ

221213

external auditor

(a) CPAA; or (b) IPA; or (c) CAANZ

221214

internal auditor

VETASSESS

224111

actuary

VETASSESS

224113

statistician

VETASSESS

224311

economist

VETASSESS

224511

land economist

VETASSESS

224512

valuer

VETASSESS

224711

management consultant

VETASSESS

232111

architect

AACA

232112

landscape architect

VETASSESS

232212

surveyor

SSSI

232213

cartographer

VETASSESS

232214

other spatial scientist

VETASSESS

233111

chemical engineer

Engineers Australia

233112

materials engineer

Engineers Australia

233211

civil engineer

Engineers Australia

233212

geotechnical engineer

Engineers Australia

233213

quantity surveyor

AIQS

233214

structural engineer

Engineers Australia

233215

transport engineer

Engineers Australia

233311

electrical engineer

Engineers Australia

233411

electronics engineer

Engineers Australia

233511

industrial engineer

Engineers Australia

233512

mechanical engineer

Engineers Australia

233513

production or plant engineer

Engineers Australia

233611

mining engineer (excluding petroleum)

Engineers Australia

233612

petroleum engineer

Engineers Australia

233911

aeronautical engineer

Engineers Australia

233912

agricultural engineer

Engineers Australia

233913

biomedical engineer

Engineers Australia

233914

engineering technologist

Engineers Australia

233915

environmental engineer

Engineers Australia

233916

naval architect

Engineers Australia

233999

engineering professionals (nec)

Engineers Australia

234111

agricultural consultant

VETASSESS

234112

agricultural scientist

VETASSESS

234113

forester

VETASSESS

234211

chemist

VETASSESS

234212

food technologist

VETASSESS

234312

environmental consultant

VETASSESS

234313

environmental research scientist

VETASSESS

234399

environmental scientist (nec)

VETASSESS

234412

geophysicist

VETASSESS

234413

hydrogeologist

VETASSESS

234511

life scientist (general)

VETASSESS

234513

biochemist

VETASSESS

234514

biotechnologist

VETASSESS

234515

botanist

VETASSESS

234516

marine biologist

VETASSESS

234517

microbiologist

VETASSESS

234518

zoologist

VETASSESS

234599

life scientists (nec)

VETASSESS

234611

medical laboratory scientist

AIMS

234711

veterinarian

AVBC

234911

conservator

VETASSESS

234912

metallurgist

VETASSESS

234913

meteorologist

VETASSESS

234914

physicist

VETASSESS/ACPSEM

234999

natural and physical science professionals (nec)

VETASSESS

241111

early childhood (pre‑primary school) teacher

AITSL

241411

secondary school teacher

AITSL

241511

special needs teacher

AITSL

241512

teacher of the hearing impaired

AITSL

241513

teacher of the sight impaired

AITSL

241599

special education teachers (nec)

AITSL

242111

university lecturer

VETASSESS

251211

medical diagnostic radiographer

ASMIRT

251212

medical radiation therapist

ASMIRT

251213

nuclear medicine technologist

ANZSNM

251214

sonographer

ASMIRT

251411

optometrist

OCANZ

251912

orthotist or prosthetist

AOPA

252111

chiropractor

CCEA

252112

osteopath

AOAC

252411

occupational therapist

OTC

252511

physiotherapist

APC

252611

podiatrist

ANZPAC

252711

audiologist

VETASSESS

252712

speech pathologist

SPA

253111

general practitioner

MedBA

253311

specialist physician (general medicine)

MedBA

253312

cardiologist

MedBA

253313

clinical haematologist

MedBA

253314

medical oncologist

MedBA

253315

endocrinologist

MedBA

253316

gastroenterologist

MedBA

253317

intensive care specialist

MedBA

253318

neurologist

MedBA

253321

paediatrician

MedBA

253322

renal medicine specialist

MedBA

253323

rheumatologist

MedBA

253324

thoracic medicine specialist

MedBA

253399

specialist physicians (nec)

MedBA

253411

psychiatrist

MedBA

253511

surgeon (general)

MedBA

253512

cardiothoracic surgeon

MedBA

253513

neurosurgeon

MedBA

253514

orthopaedic surgeon

MedBA

253515

otorhinolaryngologist

MedBA

253516

paediatric surgeon

MedBA

253517

plastic and reconstructive surgeon

MedBA

253518

urologist

MedBA

253521

vascular surgeon

MedBA

253911

dermatologist

MedBA

253912

emergency medicine specialist

MedBA

253913

obstetrician and gynaecologist

MedBA

253914

ophthalmologist

MedBA

253915

pathologist

MedBA

253917

diagnostic and interventional radiologist

MedBA

253918

radiation oncologist

MedBA

253999

medical practitioners (nec)

MedBA

254111

midwife

ANMAC

254411

nurse practitioner

ANMAC

254412

registered nurse (aged care)

ANMAC

254413

registered nurse (child and family health)

ANMAC

254414

registered nurse (community health)

ANMAC

254415

registered nurse (critical care and emergency)

ANMAC

254416

registered nurse (developmental disability)

ANMAC

254417

registered nurse (disability and rehabilitation)

ANMAC

254418

registered nurse (medical)

ANMAC

254421

registered nurse (medical practice)

ANMAC

254422

registered nurse (mental health)

ANMAC

254423

registered nurse (perioperative)

ANMAC

254424

registered nurse (surgical)

ANMAC

254425

registered nurse (paediatrics)

ANMAC

254499

registered nurses (nec)

ANMAC

261111

ICT business analyst

ACS

261112

systems analyst

ACS

261211

multimedia specialist

ACS

261311

analyst programmer

ACS

261312

developer programmer

ACS

261313

software engineer

ACS

261399

software and applications programmers (nec)

ACS

262112

ICT security specialist

ACS

263111

computer network and systems engineer

ACS

263311

telecommunications engineer

Engineers Australia

263312

telecommunications network engineer

Engineers Australia

271111

barrister

a legal admissions authority of a State or Territory

271311

solicitor

a legal admissions authority of a State or Territory

272311

clinical psychologist

APS

272312

educational psychologist

APS

272313

organisational psychologist

APS

272399

psychologists (nec)

APS

272511

social worker

AASW

312211

civil engineering draftsperson

(a) Engineers Australia; or (b) VETASSESS

312212

civil engineering technician

VETASSESS

312311

electrical engineering draftsperson

Engineers Australia

312312

electrical engineering technician

TRA

313211

radio communications technician

TRA

313212

telecommunications field engineer

Engineers Australia

313213

telecommunications network planner

Engineers Australia

313214

telecommunications technical officer or technologist

Engineers Australia

321111

automotive electrician

TRA

321211

motor mechanic (general)

TRA

321212

diesel motor mechanic

TRA

321213

motorcycle mechanic

TRA

321214

small engine mechanic

TRA

322211

sheetmetal trades worker

TRA

322311

metal fabricator

TRA

322312

pressure welder

TRA

322313

welder (first class)

TRA

323211

fitter (general)

TRA

323212

fitter and turner

TRA

323213

fitter‑welder

TRA

323214

metal machinist (first class)

TRA

323313

locksmith

TRA

324111

panelbeater

TRA

331111

bricklayer

TRA

331112

stonemason

TRA

331211

carpenter and joiner

TRA

331212

carpenter

TRA

331213

joiner

TRA

332211

painting trades worker

TRA

333111

glazier

TRA

333211

fibrous plasterer

TRA

333212

solid plasterer

TRA

333411

wall and floor tiler

TRA

334111

plumber (general)

TRA

334112

air conditioning and mechanical services plumber

TRA

334113

drainer

TRA

334114

gasfitter

TRA

334115

roof plumber

TRA

341111

electrician (general)

TRA

341112

electrician (special class)

TRA

341113

lift mechanic

TRA

342111

airconditioning and refrigeration mechanic

TRA

342212

technical cable jointer

TRA

342313

electronic equipment trades worker

TRA

342314

electronic instrument trades worker (general)

TRA

342315

electronic instrument trades worker (special class)

TRA

351311

chef

TRA

361112

horse trainer

TRA

394111

cabinetmaker

TRA

399111

boat builder and repairer

TRA

399112

shipwright

TRA

452316

tennis coach

VETASSESS

452411

footballer

VETASSESS

 

Here's a table showcasing some of the key occupations listed under the STSOL:

 

Anzsco Code

Occupation

Assessing Authority

121212

flower grower

VETASSESS

121215

grape grower

VETASSESS

121221

vegetable grower (Aus)/market gardener (NZ)

VETASSESS

121311

apiarist

VETASSESS

121321

poultry farmer

VETASSESS

131112

sales and marketing manager

AIM

131113

advertising manager

AIM

132111

corporate services manager

VETASSESS

132211

finance manager

(a) CPAA; or (b) IPA; or (c) CAANZ

132311

human resource manager

AIM

132511

research and development manager

VETASSESS

133411

manufacturer

VETASSESS

133511

production manager (forestry)

VETASSESS

133512

production manager (manufacturing)

VETASSESS

133513

production manager (mining)

VETASSESS

133611

supply and distribution manager

AIM

134299

health and welfare services managers (nec)

VETASSESS

134311

school principal

VETASSESS

134499

education managers (nec)

VETASSESS

135112

ICT project manager

ACS

135199

ICT managers (nec)

ACS

139913

laboratory manager

VETASSESS

139914

quality assurance manager

VETASSESS

139999

specialist managers (nec) except:

VETASSESS

141111

cafe or restaurant manager

VETASSESS

141311

hotel or motel manager

VETASSESS

141999

accommodation and hospitality managers (nec)

VETASSESS

149212

customer service manager

VETASSESS

149311

conference and event organiser

VETASSESS

149413

transport company manager

VETASSESS

149913

facilities manager

VETASSESS

211299

music professionals (nec)

VETASSESS

211311

photographer

VETASSESS

212212

book or script editor

VETASSESS

212312

director (film, television, radio or stage)

VETASSESS

212314

film and video editor

VETASSESS

212315

program director (television or radio)

VETASSESS

212316

stage manager

VETASSESS

212317

technical director

VETASSESS

212318

video producer

VETASSESS

212411

copywriter

VETASSESS

212412

newspaper or periodical editor

VETASSESS

212413

print journalist

VETASSESS

212415

technical writer

VETASSESS

212416

television journalist

VETASSESS

212499

journalists and other writers (nec)

VETASSESS

221211

company secretary

VETASSESS

222111

commodities trader

VETASSESS

222112

finance broker

VETASSESS

222113

insurance broker

VETASSESS

222199

financial brokers (nec)

VETASSESS

222211

financial market dealer

VETASSESS

222213

stockbroking dealer

VETASSESS

222299

financial dealers (nec)

VETASSESS

222311

financial investment adviser

VETASSESS

222312

financial investment manager

VETASSESS

223112

recruitment consultant

VETASSESS

223211

ICT trainer

ACS

224112

mathematician

VETASSESS

224212

gallery or museum curator

VETASSESS

224213

health information manager

VETASSESS

224214

records manager

VETASSESS

224611

librarian

VETASSESS

224712

organisation and methods analyst

VETASSESS

224914

patents examiner

VETASSESS

224999

information and organisation professionals (nec)

VETASSESS

225111

advertising specialist

VETASSESS

225113

marketing specialist

VETASSESS

225211

ICT account manager

VETASSESS

225212

ICT business development manager

VETASSESS

225213

ICT sales representative

VETASSESS

225311

public relations professional

VETASSESS

225499

technical sales representatives (nec) including education sales representatives

VETASSESS

232311

fashion designer

VETASSESS

232312

industrial designer

VETASSESS

232313

jewellery designer

VETASSESS

232411

graphic designer

VETASSESS

232412

illustrator

VETASSESS

232414

web designer

VETASSESS

232511

interior designer

VETASSESS

232611

urban and regional planner

VETASSESS

234411

geologist

VETASSESS

241213

primary school teacher

AITSL

241311

middle school teacher (Aus) / intermediate school teacher (NZ)

AITSL

249111

education adviser

VETASSESS

249211

art teacher (private tuition)

VETASSESS

249212

dance teacher (private tuition)

VETASSESS

249214

music teacher (private tuition)

VETASSESS

249299

private tutors and teachers (nec)

VETASSESS

249311

teacher of English to speakers of other languages

VETASSESS

251111

dietitian

DAA

251112

nutritionist

VETASSESS

251312

occupational health and safety adviser

VETASSESS

251412

orthoptist

VETASSESS

251511

hospital pharmacist

APharmC

251512

industrial pharmacist

VETASSESS

251513

retail pharmacist

APharmC

251911

health promotion officer

VETASSESS

251999

health diagnostic and promotion professionals (nec)

VETASSESS

252211

acupuncturist

Chinese Medicine Board of Australia

252213

naturopath

VETASSESS

252214

traditional Chinese medicine practitioner

Chinese Medicine Board of Australia

252299

complementary health therapists (nec)

VETASSESS

252311

dental specialist

ADC

253112

resident medical officer

MedBA

254211

nurse educator

ANMAC

254212

nurse researcher

ANMAC

254311

nurse manager

ANMAC

261212

web developer

ACS

261314

software tester

ACS

262111

database administrator

ACS

262113

systems administrator

ACS

263112

network administrator

ACS

263113

network analyst

ACS

263211

ICT quality assurance engineer

ACS

263212

ICT support engineer

ACS

263213

ICT systems test engineer

ACS

263299

ICT support and test engineers (nec)

ACS

271299

judicial and other legal professionals (nec)

VETASSESS

272111

careers counsellor

VETASSESS

272112

drug and alcohol counsellor

VETASSESS

272113

family and marriage counsellor

VETASSESS

272114

rehabilitation counsellor

VETASSESS

272115

student counsellor

VETASSESS

272199

counsellors (nec)

VETASSESS

272314

psychotherapist

VETASSESS

272412

interpreter

NAATI

272499

social professionals (nec)

VETASSESS

272612

recreation officer

VETASSESS

272613

welfare worker

ACWA

311211

anaesthetic technician

VETASSESS

311212

cardiac technician

VETASSESS

311213

medical laboratory technician

AIMS

311215

pharmacy technician

VETASSESS

311299

medical technicians (nec)

VETASSESS

311312

meat inspector

VETASSESS

311399

primary products inspectors (nec)

VETASSESS

311411

chemistry technician

VETASSESS

311412

earth science technician

VETASSESS

311413

life science technician

VETASSESS

311499

science technicians (nec)

VETASSESS

312111

architectural draftsperson

VETASSESS

312113

building inspector

VETASSESS

312199

architectural, building and surveying technicians (nec)

VETASSESS

312512

mechanical engineering technician

TRA

312912

metallurgical or materials technician

VETASSESS

312913

mine deputy

VETASSESS

313111

hardware technician

TRA

313112

ICT customer support officer

TRA

313113

web administrator

ACS

313199

ICT support technicians (nec)

TRA

322113

farrier

TRA

323111

aircraft maintenance engineer (avionics)

TRA

323112

aircraft maintenance engineer (mechanical)

TRA

323113

aircraft maintenance engineer (structures)

TRA

323299

metal fitters and machinists (nec)

TRA

323314

precision instrument maker and repairer

TRA

323412

toolmaker

TRA

324211

vehicle body builder

TRA

324212

vehicle trimmer

TRA

333311

roof tiler

TRA

342311

business machine mechanic

TRA

342411

cabler (data and telecommunications)

TRA

342413

telecommunications linesworker

TRA

351111

baker

TRA

351112

pastrycook

TRA

351211

butcher or smallgoods maker

TRA

351411

cook

TRA

361111

dog handler or trainer

VETASSESS

361199

animal attendants and trainers (nec)

VETASSESS

361311

veterinary nurse

VETASSESS

362111

florist

TRA

362211

gardener (general)

TRA

362212

arborist

TRA

362213

landscape gardener

TRA

362311

greenkeeper

TRA

391111

hairdresser

TRA

392111

print finisher

TRA

392311

printing machinist

TRA

393213

dressmaker or tailor

TRA

393311

upholsterer

TRA

394211

furniture finisher

TRA

394213

wood machinist

TRA

394299

wood machinists and other wood trades workers (nec)

TRA

399213

power generation plant operator

TRA

399411

jeweller

TRA

399512

camera operator (film, television or video)

TRA

399514

make up artist

TRA

399516

sound technician

TRA

399599

performing arts technicians (nec)

VETASSESS

399611

signwriter

TRA

411111

ambulance officer

VETASSESS

411112

intensive care ambulance paramedic

VETASSESS

411213

dental technician

TRA

411311

diversional therapist

VETASSESS

411411

enrolled nurse

ANMAC

411611

massage therapist

VETASSESS

411711

community worker

ACWA

411712

disabilities services officer

ACWA

411713

family support worker

ACWA

411715

residential care officer

ACWA

411716

youth worker

ACWA

452311

diving instructor (open water)

VETASSESS

452312

gymnastics coach or instructor

VETASSESS

452313

horse riding coach or instructor

VETASSESS

452314

snowsport instructor

VETASSESS

452315

swimming coach or instructor

VETASSESS

452317

other sports coach or instructor

VETASSESS

452321

sports development officer

VETASSESS

452499

sportspersons (nec)

VETASSESS

511111

contract administrator

VETASSESS

511112

program or project administrator

VETASSESS

599612

insurance loss adjuster

VETASSESS

611211

insurance agent

VETASSESS

639211

retail buyer

VETASSESS

These lists are regularly reviewed and updated by the Australian government to align with the changing labour market conditions and skill requirements. It's crucial for aspiring skilled migrants to stay informed about the latest updates and ensure their occupation is listed on the relevant skilled occupation list for their desired visa program.
 

In summary, the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) play a pivotal role in determining eligibility for skilled migration to Australia. By understanding these lists and their implications, individuals can make informed decisions and increase their chances of successful skilled migration.

 

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