Australian Occupation Shortage List - Detailed Insights
This page provides a comprehensive overview of occupation shortages in the Australian labour market, offering valuable insights to help both employers and job seekers navigate employment opportunities.
The data presents a point-in-time assessment of occupations that are currently experiencing shortages, highlighting areas where there is high demand for skilled workers. Users can view the shortage data at both the 4-digit ANZSCO (Unit Group) and the 6-digit ANZSCO/OSCA (Occupation) levels, providing flexibility to explore the information in greater detail.
If there are changes in occupation shortages or if you're interested in applying for an employer-sponsored visa or state-sponsored skilled migration in one of the occupations listed, you can book a consultation with RACC to get tailored advice and assistance.
Code | Occupation | National Shortage Rating | New South Wales Shortage Rating | Victoria Shortage Rating | Queensland Shortage Rating | South Australia Shortage Rating | Western Australia Shortage Rating | Tasmania Shortage Rating | Northern Territory Shortage Rating | Australian Capital Territory Shortage Rating | Skill Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
422111 | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
411511 | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 2 |
141999 | Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 2 |
221111 | Accountant (General) | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
551111 | Accounts Clerk | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
211111 | Actor | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
211199 | Actors, Dancers and Other Entertainers nec | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
224111 | Actuary | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | No shortage | Shortage | 1 |
252211 | Acupuncturist | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
542112 | Admissions Clerk | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
131113 | Advertising Manager | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
225111 | Advertising Specialist | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
233911 | Aeronautical Engineer | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | No shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 1 |
231111 | Aeroplane Pilot | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 1 |
423111 | Aged or Disabled Carer | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 4 |
234111 | Agricultural Consultant | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 1 |
233912 | Agricultural Engineer | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
234114 | Agricultural Research Scientist | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 1 |
311112 | Agricultural and Agritech Technician | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 2 |
721111 | Agricultural and Horticultural Mobile Plant Operator | Regional shortage | Regional shortage | Regional shortage | Regional shortage | Regional shortage | Regional shortage | Regional shortage | Regional shortage | Shortage | 4 |
234115 | Agronomist | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 1 |
231112 | Air Traffic Controller | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 1 |
231199 | Air Transport Professionals nec | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 1 |
334112 | Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 3 |
342111 | Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 3 |
721911 | Aircraft Baggage Handler and Airline Ground Crew | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | Shortage | No shortage | Shortage | No shortage | 4 |
323111 | Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 3 |
323112 | Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 3 |
323113 | Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures) | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | No shortage | Shortage | No shortage | 3 |
733112 | Aircraft Refueller | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
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