Use this occupation reference as a starting point while keeping ANZSCO context visible for migration and skills assessment workflows.
Combines engineering principles with science, computing and medicine to develop and maintain medical systems, devices and equipment for health care purposes. Registration or licensing may be required.
Combines engineering principles with science, computing and medicine to develop and maintain medical systems, devices and equipment for health care purposes. Registration or licensing may be required. ANZSCO codes remain widely used for migration and skills assessment references, while OSCA may appear in newer occupation classification contexts.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the average annual salary for Biomedical Engineer in Australia ranges from $70,000 to $90,000. Biomedical Engineer with advanced qualifications and experience may earn higher salaries Additionally, salary varies as per location, industry, and employeer.
Source: Delta Immigration occupation profile | Last checked: 2026-05-18Indicative salary guidance preserved from the original page unless a linked official source is available.
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia occupation profile | Last checked: 2026-05-18Indicative age profile preserved from the original page; verify against Jobs and Skills Australia or ABS where available.
Skill Level: 1
The Skills Priority List highlights the shortage status of Biomedical Engineer across Australian regions.
Last checked: 2026-05-18
| Region | Status |
|---|---|
| AUS | Shortage(S) |
| NSW | Shortage(S) |
| VIC | Shortage(S) |
| QLD | Shortage(S) |
| SA | Shortage(S) |
| WA | Shortage(S) |
| TAS | Shortage(S) |
| NT | No Shortage(NS) |
| ACT | Shortage(S) |
Future Demand: At economy-wide average.
| Visa Name | Description | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| 189 Visa | Skilled Independent Visa, a points-tested visa for skilled workers without employer or state sponsorship. | 9-12 months |
| 190 Visa | Skilled Nominated Visa, a state-sponsored visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government. | 9-12 months |
| 485 Visa | Temporary Graduate Visa, allowing recent graduates to live, study, and work in Australia temporarily after completing their studies in an Australian institution. | 4-6 months |
| 491 Visa (State) | Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa, a state-nominated visa for skilled workers to live and work in regional Australia, with a pathway to permanent residency. | 9-15 months |
| 491 Visa (Family) | Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa, family-sponsored, allowing skilled workers to live and work in regional Australia, with a pathway to permanent residency. | 9-15 months |
| 186 Visa (Direct) | Employer Nomination Scheme Visa, a permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer under the Direct Entry stream. | 10-15 months |
| 407 Visa (Training) | Training Visa, a temporary visa allowing participation in occupational training or professional development in Australia. | 4-6 months |
| 494 Visa (Regional Sponsored) | Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa, a temporary visa for skilled workers sponsored by employers in regional Australia, with eligibility for permanent residency after three years. | 9-15 months |
| 482 Visa (TSS Medium) | Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa, a temporary work visa allowing employers to address labor shortages in medium-term occupations. | Varies |
Invitation data changes by round and occupation. Minimum points shown here are historical indicators only and do not guarantee future invitation outcomes.
| Round Date | Subclass / Stream | Minimum Points | Invitations | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-05 | Subclass 189 | 90 | Not published | Department of Home Affairs SkillSelect previous roundsLast checked: 2026-05-18 |
Historical minimum points preserved from the original page and linked to Home Affairs previous-round references. Verify against the latest SkillSelect Dashboard before relying on this figure.
| Round Date | Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 189 | Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 491 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-10-06 | Offshore: 65 / Onshore: N/A | Offshore: 65 / Onshore: N/A |
| 2022-12-08 | Offshore: 85 / Onshore: 85 | Offshore: N/A / Onshore: N/A |
| 2024-06-13 | 95 | N/A |
| 2024-09-05 | 90 | N/A |
Last checked: 2026-05-18
These links preserve the original occupation references. Figures should be treated as indicative and checked against official sources before making a migration or skills-assessment decision.
The SkillSelect Dashboard is dynamic. This generated file preserves local data and links to official sources; update manually or rerun the script when official downloadable data is available. Home Affairs invitation rounds last updated: not detected.
