Australia’s future depends on skilled people — and whether you’re building a workforce or building your career, GRIA works for you.
We connect Australian employers with the talented professionals they need, and we help skilled candidates find the opportunities they deserve.
Eligible occupations span a wide range of industries.
Below is a limited selection from the broader Australian Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).
The Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) is Australia’s consolidated list of high-demand occupations, created by Jobs and Skills Australia to align migration with real workforce needs.
For employers, it streamlines hiring the right people under the Skills in Demand (SID) visa.
For candidates, it creates clear pathways to live and work in Australia through targeted skill demand.
The CSOL is central to the Skills in Demand (SID) visa (subclass 482), which replaced the previous Temporary Skill Shortage visa.
| Tier | Pathway Name | Who It’s For | Earnings Requirement* | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Specialist Skills Pathway | • Employers seeking highly-paid specialists. • Candidates with exceptional expertise and experience. |
• Guaranteed annual earnings ≥ AUD $141,210, indexed annually. | • 7-day median processing time. • No occupation list, but excludes trades, operators, drivers. |
| 2 | Core Skills Pathway | • Employers hiring in listed occupations. • Candidates in occupations identified on the CSOL. |
• Earnings between AUD $76,515 and AUD $141,210, indexed annually. | • 21-day median processing time. • Direct pathway to permanent residency. |
| 3 | Essential Skills Pathway | • Employers filling critical roles in essential industries. • Candidates in critical care, support, and service roles. |
• Earnings below AUD $76,515. | • Sector-specific programs with strong protections. • Currently under development. |
*Earnings Requirement – Effective 1 July 2025
GRIAworks with you to match the right skills to the right opportunities — whether you’re hiring or applying.
Australia’s future depends on skilled people — and whether you’re building a workforce or building your career, GRIAworks for you.
We connect Australian employers with the talented professionals they need, and we help skilled candidates find the opportunities they deserve.
Eligible occupations span a wide range of industries.
Below is a limited selection from the broader Australian Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).
The Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) is Australia’s consolidated list of high-demand occupations, created by Jobs and Skills Australia to align migration with real workforce needs.
For employers, it streamlines hiring the right people under the Skills in Demand (SID) visa.
For candidates, it creates clear pathways to live and work in Australia through targeted skill demand.
The CSOL is central to the Skills in Demand (SID) visa (subclass 482), which replaced the previous Temporary Skill Shortage visa.
| Tier | Pathway Name | Who It’s For | Earnings Requirement* | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Specialist Skills Pathway | • Employers seeking highly-paid specialists. • Candidates with exceptional expertise and experience. |
• Guaranteed annual earnings ≥ AUD $141,210, indexed annually. | • 7-day median processing time. • No occupation list, but excludes trades, operators, drivers. |
| 2 | Core Skills Pathway | • Employers hiring in listed occupations. • Candidates in occupations identified on the CSOL. |
• Earnings between AUD $76,515 and AUD $141,210, indexed annually. | • 21-day median processing time. • Direct pathway to permanent residency. |
| 3 | Essential Skills Pathway | • Employers filling critical roles in essential industries. • Candidates in critical care, support, and service roles. |
• Earnings below AUD $76,515. | • Sector-specific programs with strong protections. • Currently under development. |
*Earnings Requirement – Effective 1 July 2025
GRIAworks with you to match the right skills to the right opportunities — whether you’re hiring or applying.
Australia’s healthcare sector is experiencing significant demand for skilled professionals.
Selected roles include:
The aged care and disability support sectors are critical to community wellbeing.
Selected roles include:
Infrastructure development is a national priority, requiring a robust engineering and construction workforce.
Selected roles include:
The digital economy’s growth fuels demand for ICT professionals.
Selected roles include:
Skilled tradespeople are essential to Australia’s industries and infrastructure.
Selected roles include:
Agriculture and food production are vital to Australia’s economy and food security.
Selected roles include:
Educators shape the nation’s future, with demand across various educational levels.
Selected roles include:
Strategic and analytical professionals drive business success.
Selected roles include:
Creative professionals contribute to cultural enrichment and innovation.
Selected roles include:
| Sector | Example Roles |
|---|---|
| Healthcare | Doctor, Allied Health Professional, Pharmacist |
| Aged Care & Disability Support | Registered Nurse, Youth Worker, Residential Care Officer |
| Engineering & Construction | Civil Engineer, Surveyor, Construction Manager |
| ICT | Software Engineer, Cyber Security Specialist, ICT Business Analyst |
| Trades & Technical | Electrician, Plumber, Diesel Mechanic |
| Agriculture & Food Production | Farmer, Agricultural Scientist, Veterinarian |
| Education & Training | Early Childhood Teacher, Secondary School Teacher, University Lecturer |
| Professional & Business Services | Accountant, HR Manager, Marketing Specialist |
| Creative Industries | Artistic Director, Multimedia Designer, Technical Writer |
This is a limited selection from the broader Australian Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).
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Different visa programs and pathways apply depending on your goals —
whether you’re looking to hire great people or become part of Australia’s future.
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