Annual Update of Skilled Occupation List – 1 July 2013
The Skilled Occupation List
The Skilled Occupation List (SOL) will change from 1 July 2013, with five occupations to be removed. The SOL determines which occupations are eligible for independent and family sponsored skilled migration.
The updated SOL is based on expert advice from the Australian Workforce Productivity Agency (previously known as Skills Australia). The list of occupations reflects the Australian Government’s commitment to a skilled migration program that delivers skills in need in Australia. The SOL will continue to deliver a skilled migration program focused on high value skills that will help to address Australia’s future skill needs.
Summary of changes to the SOL
The following changes have been applied to the SOL.
Occupations removed from the SOL
| ANZSCO Code | Occupation |
|---|---|
| 251511 | Hospital Pharmacist |
| 251513 | Retail Pharmacist |
| 323111 | Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) |
| 323112 | Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) |
| 323113 | Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures) |
Occupations on the SOL from 1 July 2013
| ANZSCO Code | Occupation |
|---|---|
| 133111 | Construction Project Manager |
| 133112 | Project Builder |
| 133211 | Engineering Manager |
| 133513 | Production Manager (Mining) |
| 134111 | Child Care Centre Manager |
| 134211 | Medical Administrator |
| 134212 | Nursing Clinical Director |
| 134213 | Primary Health Organisation Manager |
| 134214 | Welfare Centre Manager |
| 221111 | Accountant (General) |
| 221112 | Management Accountant |
| 221113 | Taxation Accountant |
| 221213 | External Auditor |
| 221214 | Internal Auditor |
| 224111 | Actuary |
| 224511 | Land Economist |
| 224512 | Valuer |
| 231212 | Ship’s Engineer |
| 231213 | Ship’s Master |
| 231214 | Ship’s Officer |
| 232111 | Architect |
| 232112 | Landscape Architect |
| 232213 | Cartographer |
| 232214 | Other Spatial Scientist |
| 232212 | Surveyor |
| 232611 | Urban and Regional Planner |
| 233111 | Chemical Engineer |
| 233112 | Materials Engineer |
| 233211 | Civil Engineer |
| 233212 | Geotechnical Engineer |
| 233213 | Quantity Surveyor |
| 233214 | Structural Engineer |
| 233215 | Transport Engineer |
| 233311 | Electrical Engineer |
| 233411 | Electronics Engineer |
| 233511 | Industrial Engineer |
| 233512 | Mechanical Engineer |
| 233513 | Production or Plant Engineer |
| 233611 | Mining Engineer (Excluding Petroleum) |
| 233612 | Petroleum Engineer |
| 233911 | Aeronautical Engineer |
| 233912 | Agricultural Engineer |
| 233913 | Biomedical Engineer |
| 233914 | Engineering Technologist |
| 233915 | Environmental Engineer |
| 233916 | Naval Architect |
| 234111 | Agricultural Consultant |
| 234112 | Agricultural Scientist |
| 234113 | Forester |
| 234611 | Medical Laboratory Scientist |
| 234711 | Veterinarian |
| 234912 | Metallurgist |
| 234914 | Physicist (Medical Physicist only) |
| 241111 | Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher |
| 241411 | Secondary School Teacher |
| 241511 | Special Needs Teacher |
| 241512 | Teacher of the Hearing Impaired |
| 241513 | Teacher of the Sight Impaired |
| 241599 | Special Education Teachers nec |
| 251211 | Medical Diagnostic Radiographer |
| 251212 | Medical Radiation Therapist |
| 251213 | Nuclear Medicine Technologist |
| 251214 | Sonographer |
| 251311 | Environmental Health Officer |
| 251312 | Occupational Health and Safety Advisor |
| 251411 | Optometrist |
| 252111 | Chiropractor |
| 252112 | Osteopath |
| 252311 | Dental Specialist |
| 252312 | Dentist |
| 252411 | Occupational Therapist |
| 252511 | Physiotherapist |
| 252611 | Podiatrist |
| 252712 | Speech Pathologist |
| 253111 | General Medical Practitioner |
| 253211 | Anaesthetist |
| 253311 | Specialist Physician (General Medicine) |
| 253312 | Cardiologist |
| 253313 | Clinical Haematologist |
| 253314 | Medical Oncologist |
| 253315 | Endocrinologist |
| 253316 | Gastroenterologist |
| 253317 | Intensive Care Specialist |
| 253318 | Neurologist |
| 253321 | Paediatrician |
| 253322 | Renal Medicine Specialist |
| 253323 | Rheumatologist |
| 253324 | Thoracic Medicine Specialist |
| 253399 | Specialist Physicians nec |
| 253411 | Psychiatrist |
| 253511 | Surgeon (General) |
| 253512 | Cardiothoracic Surgeon |
| 253513 | Neurosurgeon |
| 253514 | Orthopaedic Surgeon |
| 253515 | Otorhinolaryngologist |
| 253516 | Paediatric Surgeon |
| 253517 | Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon |
| 253518 | Urologist |
| 253521 | Vascular Surgeon |
| 253911 | Dermatologist |
| 253912 | Emergency Medicine Specialist |
| 253913 | Obstetrician and Gynaecologist |
| 253914 | Ophthalmologist |
| 253915 | Pathologist |
| 253917 | Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist |
| 253918 | Radiation Oncologist |
| 253999 | Medical Practitioners nec |
| 254111 | Midwife |
| 254411 | Nurse Practitioner |
| 254412 | Registered Nurse (Aged Care) |
| 254413 | Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health) |
| 254414 | Registered Nurse (Community Health) |
| 254415 | Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) |
| 254416 | Registered Nurse (Development Disability) |
| 254417 | Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation) |
| 254418 | Registered Nurse (Medical) |
| 254421 | Registered Nurse (Medical Practice) |
| 254422 | Registered Nurse (Mental Health) |
| 254423 | Registered Nurse (Perioperative) |
| 254424 | Registered Nurse (Surgical) |
| 254499 | Registered Nurse nec |
| 261111 | ICT business Analyst |
| 261112 | Systems Analyst |
| 261311 | Analyst Programmer |
| 261312 | Developer Programmer |
| 261313 | Software Engineer |
| 263111 | Computer Network and Systems Engineer |
| 263311 | Telecommunications Engineer |
| 263312 | Telecommunications Network Engineer |
| 271111 | Barrister |
| 271311 | Solicitor |
| 272311 | Clinical Psychologist |
| 272312 | Educational Psychologist |
| 272313 | Organisational Psychologist |
| 272314 | Psychotherapist |
| 272399 | Psychologists nec |
| 272511 | Social Worker |
| 312211 | Civil Engineering Draftsperson |
| 312212 | Civil Engineering Technician |
| 312311 | Electrical Engineering Draftsperson |
| 312312 | Electrical Engineering Technician |
| 313211 | Radio Communications Technician |
| 313212 | Telecommunications Field Engineer |
| 313213 | Telecommunications Network Planner |
| 313214 | Telecommunications Technical Officer or Technologist |
| 321111 | Automotive Electrician |
| 321211 | Motor Mechanic (General) |
| 321212 | Diesel Motor Mechanic |
| 321213 | Motorcycle Mechanic |
| 321214 | Small Engine Mechanic |
| 322211 | Sheetmetal Trades Worker |
| 322311 | Metal Fabricator |
| 322312 | Pressure Welder |
| 322313 | Welder (First Class) |
| 323211 | Fitter (General) |
| 323212 | Fitter and Turner |
| 323213 | Fitter-Welder |
| 323214 | Metal Machinist (First Class) |
| 323313 | Locksmith |
| 331112 | Stonemason |
| 331211 | Carpenter and Joiner |
| 331212 | Carpenter |
| 331213 | Joiner |
| 332211 | Painting trades workers |
| 333111 | Glazier |
| 333211 | Fibrous Plasterer |
| 333212 | Solid Plasterer |
| 334111 | Plumber (General) |
| 334112 | Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber |
| 334113 | Drainer |
| 334114 | Gasfitter |
| 334115 | Roof plumber |
| 341111 | Electrician (General) |
| 341112 | Electrician (Special Class) |
| 341113 | Lift Mechanic |
| 342111 | Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic |
| 342211 | Electrical Linesworker |
| 342212 | Technical Cable Jointer |
| 342313 | Electronic Equipment Trades Worker |
| 342314 | Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General) |
| 342315 | Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class) |
| 399111 | Boat Builder and Repairer |
| 399112 | Shipwright |
| 411211 | Dental Hygienist |
| 411212 | Dental Prosthetist |
| 411213 | Dental Technician |
| 411214 | Dental Therapist |
respected sir/mam,
i am planing to apply for MASTERS OF LABORATORY MEDICINE in AUSTRALIA. As of now it is listed in australian skilled occupational list i.e in 2013 -2014 list.
So, my question is
a) how this gonna help me in gettn PR as it is listed in skilled occupation list for 2013 -14…how many points i get for this.
b)IF IT is removed frm 2014-15 list…do the rules of 2013-14 apply to me as i have started my course when it was present in that list or it doesnt apply as it is removed by the end of my masters.
c)what are the chances of it removed from SOL list?
1. As of Now u are Bachelors in laboratory Medicine and u dont have relevant experience u are not eligible to apply for Australia PR as Australia PR needs two years of experience.
2. by the time u complete ur Masters in laboratory medicine may be this occupation may be / may not be listed in SOL I or SOL II
3.As u have started the course in 2013 it doesn’t mean that the rules are applied to you because student visa and permanent resident visa are two different things.
4.once u complete ur course i suggest u to work and get atleast two years of experience to apply for PR Visa
5.Because bachelors of laboratory medicine and two years of relevant experience with an ielts band of 7 individual and ur occupation if listed in SOL I or SOL II might have more chances of getting PR visa under different sub classes.
hello
i am a post graduate dipoma holder in diagnostic radiology ( after mbbs) with 10 + years experince mainly in ultrasound
i am interested in pursuing my career in Australia.
the job is in critical skills list
how do i proceed ? please guide
thanks
Hi myself dr Neha Gogia working as an ayurvedic medical officer under govt sector from last 3 and half years till date.During job I hav done post graduation in msc applied psychology from global open university nagaland distance education.i wana to get pr for Australia. M I eligible for it on the basis Of my graduate degree tht is BAMS that’s bachelor of ayurvedic medicine and surgrey.???? If yes thn plz tell me track and if no thn please suggest any course relevant to my graduate degree so tht I wil b eligible fr pr????? The Ielts or oet requirement ?????
Dear sir/madam,
Im a pre priamry and primary school teacher (as mention in ur occupation list), my qualification is B.B.A (bachulars of business administration) .I hve more then 4 yrs working experience, now can you guide me tgat what sort of documents do I reqiured to apply for my immigration??
Best regards!
And how many bands in IELTS is required for applying immigration.
Dear Sir/Madam
I am from india.I have done masters in international business from united kingdom, but after the masters I work as a youth worker in city council for nearlt three years.
I want to know can i apply in social worker category(SOL) because i have relevant work experience but not a degree in the same field.
Hello,
I work as demonstrator in Alexandria university and I will finish my Master thesis during this year.
I’d like to apply for skilled immigrant visa but I am confused about which occupation do I have to apply for.
I have an Agricultural science bachelor and master will be finished in next August and 2 years experience in university and IELTS band 7.
I m Coming to Cambridge international College and my Course in BACHELORS in Business Management.
Please inform me that, is this course Present in SOL List??
In SOL the only two Accounting Occupations are Accountant (General) and Management Accountant.
Plz Inform me that Is my Course included in SOL list and if not CIC also offers Bachelors in Business- Accounting. is that Course present in SOL List ???
any job regarding computers m graduate in BCA
Hi
I am Shruti from India. I want to apply under your code number 241111. I am employed here in a Senior Secondary School since five years as a Primary Teacher. I want to immigrate to Melbourne. Can u please tell me the requirements. And I have sponsership also.
Thanx a lot
Sincerely
Shruti
I am from pakistan.I have done my masters in law from pakistan, but after the masters I work as a lawyer at islamabad for nearlt one year.
I want to know can i apply in any field relating to law (SOL) because i have relevant work experience and a degree in the same field.
Hi,
I am sukhdeep and i m studying certificate-2 in information of digital media and technology and this is of 2 years diploma and thereafter i would have to study bachelor of information technology and networking for 2 years as well.But this course is not in SOL list now.Is this course may be coming in PR list or not??
Is this course is helpful for getting a PR,if yes then how that process goes??
Kindly suggest me right thing i am worried about my future.
Which course is Cheap and best to getting a PR??
hi sir..
i m from pakistan nd i m studying CTH certified DIPLOMA OF HOPITALITY AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT in pakistan.
SO can u tell me now what u think about this field about PR list of next two years??
is it included in PR LIST of next 2-3 years??
plz tell me..plz
respected sir/mam,
I am from Ethiopia. I have done my masters in public health. I have a total of four years experience in public health which is two years after i got my bachelor degree in public health i worked in hospital out patient department and another two years after i got my masters degree as lecturer in health science collage. so please am I eligible to apply for permanent resident?
Dear Sir/Madam
I am from Zimbabwe and an Apprenticeship qualified Fitter and Turner Machinist for 6 years in a Diamond Mine Industry. I qualify on the critical skills list. I would like to know how I can get a job of my profession in Australia for 2015 and what is the process like so that I can start immediately . My contact details are email: eddmutex@gmail.com skype: edward.mutengo cell: +263772616294