Working in Australia from New Zealand on a Skills in Demand — Core Skills (subclass 482)

Liu got the email at 11pm Beijing time. Visa granted. By morning she’d shortlisted four hospitality groups in Sydney, all of which had hired Mandarin-speaking baristas before.

If you’re in New Zealand and you’ve got — or are about to get — a Skills in Demand — Core Skills (subclass 482), this page tells you exactly what work rights you have, what kind of jobs are open to you in Australia right now, and how to start applying before you fly.

Live Skills in Demand — Core Skills (subclass 482) jobs you can apply for from New Zealand

• Underground Driller — Kalgoorlie, WA
• Resort Chef — Margaret River, WA
• Heavy Vehicle Mechanic — Karratha, WA
• HD Mechanic — Port Hedland, WA
• Process Operator — Karratha, WA
• Boilermaker — Karratha, WA
• Diesel Mechanic — Mount Isa, QLD
• Registered Nurse — Lismore, NSW

FAQ for applicants from New Zealand

• Can I apply from New Zealand? Yes — applicants in New Zealand can lodge for the Skills in Demand — Core Skills (subclass 482) before arriving.
• Where do I see live jobs? The list below pulls only roles open to Skills in Demand — Core Skills (subclass 482) holders.