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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
132511 | Research and Development Manager | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | Shortage | No shortage | 1 |
253112 | Resident Medical Officer | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 1 |
411715 | Residential Care Officer | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | Shortage | No shortage | Shortage | No shortage | 2 |
234612 | Respiratory Scientist | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
311217 | Respiratory Technician | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 2 |
639211 | Retail Buyer | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 3 |
142111 | Retail Manager (General) | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | Regional shortage | Regional shortage | No shortage | 2 |
251513 | Retail Pharmacist | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 1 |
621511 | Retail Supervisor | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
141912 | Retirement Village Manager | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 2 |
253323 | Rheumatologist | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | No shortage | Shortage | 1 |
721915 | Road Roller Operator | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | No shortage | 4 |
334115 | Roof Plumber | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 3 |
333311 | Roof Tiler | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 3 |
711516 | Rubber Production Machine Operator | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
312611 | Safety Inspector | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 2 |
393113 | Sail Maker | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 3 |
611311 | Sales Representative (Building and Plumbing Supplies) | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
611312 | Sales Representative (Business Services) | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
225411 | Sales Representative (Industrial Products) | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
225412 | Sales Representative (Medical and Pharmaceutical Products) | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
611313 | Sales Representative (Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories) | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
611314 | Sales Representative (Personal and Household Goods) | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
611399 | Sales Representatives nec | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
131112 | Sales and Marketing Manager | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 1 |
711913 | Sand Blaster | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 4 |
323315 | Saw Doctor | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 3 |
711313 | Sawmilling Operator | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | No shortage | Shortage | 4 |
821712 | Scaffolder | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | Shortage | 4 |
311414 | School Laboratory Technician | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | No shortage | 2 |
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