Migration Occupations in Demand (MODL) - Is your Occupation in Demand in Australia?
Migration Occupations in Demand for Australia
What is the Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL)?
The Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL) lists those occupations and specialisations identified by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) that are in short supply.
What occupations are currently MODL?
The table below shows the current (as at 17 May 2008) occupations in demand for migration purposes.
| MIGRATION OCCUPATIONS IN DEMAND (MODL) | |
|---|---|
| Managers and Administrators | ASCO code |
| Child Care Coordinator | 1295-11 |
| Engineering Manager | 1221-11 |
| Professionals | ASCO code |
| Accountant | 2211-11 |
| Anaesthetist | 2312-11 |
| Architect | 2121-11 |
| Chemical Engineer | 2129-17 |
| Civil Engineer | 2124-11 |
| Computing Professional - specialising in CISSP * | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - specialising in C++/C#/C * | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - specialising in Data Warehousing | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - specialising in Java * | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - specialising in J2EE * | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - Linux | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - .Net technologies | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - specialising in Network Security/Firewall/Internet Security * | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - specialising in Oracle * | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - specialising in PeopleSoft * | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - specialising in SAP * | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - specialising in SIEBEL * (especially Siebel Analytic) |
2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - Solaris | 2231-79 |
| Computing Professional - Unix | 2231-79 |
| Dental Specialist | 2381-13 |
| Dentist | 2381-11 |
| Dermatologist | 2312-13 |
| Electrical Engineer | 2125-11 |
| Electronics Engineer | 2125-13 |
| Emergency Medicine Specialist | 2312-15 |
| External Auditor | 2212-11 |
| General Medical Practitioner | 2311-11 |
| Hospital Pharmacist | 2382-11 |
| Mechanical Engineer | 2126-11 |
| Medical Diagnostic Radiographer | 2391-11 |
| Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) | 2127-11 |
| Obstetrician and Gynaecologist | 2312-17 |
| Occupational Therapist | 2383-11 |
| Ophthalmologist | 2312-19 |
| Optometrist | 2384-11 |
| Paediatrician | 2312-21 |
| Pathologist | 2312-23 |
| Petroleum Engineer | 2127-13 |
| Physiotherapist | 2385-11 |
| Podiatrist | 2388-11 |
| Psychiatrist | 2312-27 |
| Quantity Surveyor | 2122-11 |
| Radiologist | 2312-29 |
| Registered Mental Health Nurse | 2325-11 |
| Registered Midwife | 2324-11 |
| Registered Nurse | 2323-11 |
| Retail Pharmacist | 2382-15 |
| Specialist Medical Practitioners (not elsewhere classified) | 2312-79 |
| Specialist Physician | 2312-25 |
| Speech Pathologist | 2386-11 |
| Sonographer | 2391-17 |
| Surgeon | 2312-31 |
| Surveyor | 2123-13 |
| Associate Professionals | ASCO Code |
|---|---|
| Chef (excluding Commis Chef) | 3322-11 (part) |
| Dental Technician | 3492-15 |
| Trades Persons | ASCO codes |
|---|---|
| Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) | 4114-15 |
| Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) | 4114-11 |
| Automotive Electrician | 4212-11 |
| Baker | 4512-11 |
| Binder and Finisher | 4913-11 |
| Boat Builder and Repairer | 4981-13 |
| Bricklayer | 4414-11 |
| Cabinetmaker | 4922-11 |
| Carpenter | 4411-13 |
| Carpenter and Joiner | 4411-11 |
| Cook | 4513-11 |
| Drainer | 4431-15 |
| Electrical Powerline Tradesperson | 4313-11 |
| Electrician (Special Class) | 4311-13 |
| Electronic Equipment Tradesperson | 4315-11 |
| Fibrous Plasterer | 4412-11 |
| Fitter | 4112-11 |
| Floor Finisher | 4423-11 |
| Furniture Finisher | 4929-13 |
| Furniture Upholsterer | 4942-11 |
| Gasfitter | 4431-13 |
| General Electrician | 4311-11 |
| General Plumber | 4431-11 |
| Hairdresser | 4931-11 |
| Joiner | 4411-15 |
| Landscape Gardener | 4623-13 |
| Lift Mechanic | 4311-15 |
| Locksmith | 4115-15 |
| Mechanical Services and Air-conditioning Plumber | 4431-19 |
| Metal Fabricator (Boilermaker) | 4122-11 |
| Metal Machinist (First Class) | 4112-13 |
| Motor Mechanic | 4211-11 |
| Optical Mechanic | 4999-11 |
| Painter and Decorator | 4421-11 |
| Panel Beater | 4213-11 |
| Pastry Cook | 4512-13 |
| Pressure Welder | 4122-13 |
| Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic | 4312-11 |
| Roof Plumber | 4431-17 |
| Roof Slater and Tiler | 4413-11 |
| Solid Plasterer | 4415-11 |
| Sheetmetal Worker (First Class) | 4124-11 |
| Stonemason | 4416-13 |
| Toolmaker | 4113-11 |
| Tree Surgeon | 4623-15 |
| Vehicle Body Maker | 4215-11 |
| Vehicle Painter | 4214-11 |
| Wall and Floor Tiler | 4416-11 |
| Welder (First Class) | 4122-15 |
* Important: If you nominate one of the above specialist computing occupations, you will only be awarded MODL points if your skills assessment from the relevant Australian assessing body – the Australian Computer Society (ACS) states you have met the criteria to be recognised in one of the above specialisations.
Skills assessments provided to successful applicants will state:
- the ASCO Code for Computer Professional not elsewhere classified (nec) with the specialisation stated in brackets - for example, 2231-79 (SAP) and
- the statement: ‘Based on the provided certified documentation, it is my opinion that the applicant has 12 months experience in (name of specialisation, for example, SAP)’.
Note: If you have a skills assessment which only states the ASCO Code for ‘Computer Professional nec 2231-79′, you are not eligible to be awarded MODL points. A new assessment with the above information will be required if you wish to claim MODL points.
How often does the MODL change?
The MODL is reviewed twice a year to take into consideration existing and emerging skills shortages. This does not mean the list is changed twice a year. Changes only occur if there has been a significant change in labour market trends.
As the MODL may change from time to time, you are advised to check the current MODL at the time you are lodging your visa application.
How are occupation points awarded on the points test?
If your nominated occupation is on MODL either at the time your application is lodged or assessed, you will be eligible for ‘occupation in demand/job offer’ points on the General Skilled Migration points test. You will receive extra points if you have a job offer from a suitable Australian employer.
What is a ’suitable Australian employer’?
A ’suitable Australian employer’ is an employer that has employed at least 10 people on a full-time basis for the previous two (2) financial years.
If you intend to claim points for ‘occupation in demand/job offer’ you are required to submit documentary evidence that your proposed employer meets these requirements. This evidence should include:
- a letter of offer from your prospective employer on official letterhead of the company which states the full address of the company and any telephone, fax numbers, e-mail and website addresses
- the name and position of the person authorised to sign the employment reference typed or stamped below that person’s signature - a reference with an illegible signature will not be accepted
- details of the position you are being offered, the main five duties to be undertaken, and the salary level
- details of the organisation making the job offer, including the number of people it has employed on a full-time basis for the previous two (2) years
The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR)will make any necessary checks to ensure that the information provided is correct.
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Respected Sir,
I am B. tech Mechanical Engineer and also did three year Diploma in mechanical Engineering,I have one year experience in gear Manufacturing industry.but now I applied Study visa for Diploma in Automotive Engineering in Australia. Presently i am doing job and waiting for Student visa. Can I apply for Permanent Residency (PR) for Australia with my Educational qualifications and work experience of one year that I got after my B.Tech, after I got student visa.
The Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship web site has a Visa Wizard. This asks you about a dozen questions, then provides details of visas your are eligible for, and the details of these visas. Note that this is only a guide as there are things like health and police checks which are taken into account when you apply for a visa.
Go to the Visa Wizard link - http://www.immi.gov.au/visawizard/
If you need further assistance you will need to contact a migration agent.
I do not understand why you want to study more. Good practical work experience will do more to get you a job in Australia than spending more time studying - unless you cannot get accreditation of your exusting qualifications.
I have got my CDR approved as an electrical engineer, so inturn i am waiting for the PR visa…Can somebody suggest me what are the potential fields of work in australia and what can make you expensive in the market?
Success to all.
Hem - This is impossible to answer without seeing your CV. To get the highest paid job you need to have good English, preferably better than the minimum of IELTS 6.0 in all categories, and have a CV that sets out your skills and achievements. Project Australia has been produced to provide guidance for you on how to do this.
Hi
I am Btech graduate in Computer Science & Engineering.I have 2 years
of work experience and currently doing a job as a software engineer
I am working as a PPM consultant.I want to apply for PR visa in Australia
after appearing for IELTS. Is it possible to get PR on basis of work
experience.
Waiting for advise from a reliable source
Thanks
Amandeep
First thing you have to work out is what classification you want to apply as, an engineer or a computing professional. Computing professionals are treated differently to engineers. There is a 5 year experience requirement for computing professionals. There is no work experience required generally for engineers. So you do not meet the requirements for an computing professional.
You can verify this from the Department of Immigration and Citizenship website. For this information and advice go to:
www.immi.gov.au
As a software engineer you will most likely be considered a computing professional, in the not included elsewhere (nec) category rather than an engineer. Software engineers are not listed on Australia’s Skilled Occupation List (SOL)
Have a look through all the categories on the SOL list and select one that you qualify for (you may be able to choose ome that best meets your needs for immigration purposes). Once you have selected an occupational category, go to the ‘How to have your skills recognised in Australia’ and see the requirements under skill level.
I suggest you go to the Australian Computer Society (ACS) website:
www.acs.org.au/
The Australian Computer Society assess computing professionals. Have a look at a diagram at the back of their migration assessment handbook. This illustrates the overlap of engineering and computing professions.
i did B.tech in mechanical engineer and also did diploma in mechanical engineer after matriculation , now i applyed for student visa australia , my application submitted to AHC on 18 sep 2008 and medical issue on 6 oct 2008 then medical finalised 10 nov 2008 , now i m waiting visa , my consultant ask me , my file send to AHC , so i ready to attend for telephonic interview, but till date i did not receive any call by the AHC , pls tell me , how many time will take by the AHC for issue my student visa , and what type of questions will ask me by the AHC
As this is a migration matter I cannot comment. You have provided insufficient detail for anyone to comment properly . It would not surprise me if it tokk 8-12 weeks to repla as this is a peak time of year for applications. I would think they will want to ask general questions to validate what is in your application and to see what you English is like.