Use this occupation reference as a starting point while keeping ANZSCO context visible for migration and skills assessment workflows.
This occupation group covers Engineering Professionals not elsewhere classified. Registration or licensing may be required.
This occupation group covers Engineering Professionals not elsewhere classified. 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 income for professionals in this unit group is between $70.000 to $95,000. However, this can range from around AUD 63,000 for entry-level roles to over AUD 150,000 for experienced professionals in managerial positions. Salaries can also vary depending on the location, with professionals in larger cities typically earning more than those in regional areas.
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 Engineering Professionals nec across Australian regions.
Last checked: 2026-05-18
| Region | Status |
|---|---|
| AUS | Shortage(S) |
| NSW | No Shortage(NS) |
| VIC | Shortage(S) |
| QLD | Shortage(S) |
| SA | Shortage(S) |
| WA | Shortage(S) |
| TAS | Shortage(S) |
| NT | Shortage(S) |
| ACT | Shortage(S) |
Future Demand: At economy-wide average.
| Visa Name | Description | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| 189 Visa | Independent points-based visa for skilled workers. | 9-12 months |
| 190 Visa | State-nominated points-based visa. | 9-12 months |
| 485 Visa | Temporary graduate visa for recent graduates. | 4-9 months |
| 491 Visa (State) | State-sponsored regional provisional visa. | 10-15 months |
| 491 Visa (Family) | Family-sponsored regional provisional visa. | 10-15 months |
| 186 Visa (Direct Entry) | Employer-sponsored permanent visa (Direct Entry). | 10-15 months |
| 407 Visa | Training visa for occupational training or professional development. | 4-6 months |
| 494 Visa (Regional Sponsored) | Employer-sponsored regional visa for up to 5 years. | 9-15 months |
| 482 Visa (TSS Medium Term) | Temporary Skill Shortage visa for medium-term skilled positions. | 4-7 months |
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: 70 / Onshore: N/A |
| 2022-12-08 | Offshore: 90 / 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.
