482 Visa Occupation List
Skilled trades on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) — the occupations eligible for employer-sponsored 482 visas — with ANZSCO codes and notes on South African equivalents.
A note on visa guidance: RecruitUp Global is a recruitment agency, not a migration agent. All content on this site is for general educational purposes only. For immigration advice or to lodge a visa application, consult a MARA-registered migration agent. RecruitUp specialises in finding and placing qualified South African tradespeople with Australian employers who are ready to sponsor — we handle the recruitment side, not the visa lodgement.
What Is the Core Skills Occupation List?
The Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) is the list of occupations eligible for the Core Skills stream of the 482 Skills in Demand visa. It replaced the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) when the Skills in Demand visa launched in December 2024.
For a position to qualify under the Core Skills stream, the nominated occupation must appear on the CSOL. Each occupation is identified by its ANZSCO code — a 6-digit reference from the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations.
The CSOL is maintained by the Department of Home Affairs and updated periodically. Conditions can change — always verify the current list at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au.
Skilled Trades on the CSOL
These are the key trade occupations currently on the CSOL and the focus of RecruitUp's placement work. The full CSOL contains many more occupations.
341111Core SkillsGeneral electrician — includes installation, maintenance, and industrial334111Core SkillsGeneral plumbing — residential and commercial322211Core SkillsFabrication, welding, and structural steel work321212Core SkillsHeavy vehicles, plant, and mining equipment322313Core SkillsStructural and pressure welding331111Core SkillsFormwork, framing, and finishing342111Core SkillsHVAC installation and maintenance233512Core SkillsDegree-qualified mechanical engineers322211Core SkillsFabrication and structural assembly323214Core SkillsPrecision machining and fitting721111Core SkillsMining and civil construction plant331211Core SkillsCutting, dressing, and laying stoneANZSCO codes and CSOL conditions are subject to change. Always verify against the current published list at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au before lodging a nomination.
Agricultural Occupations
RecruitUp places South African professionals in Australian agriculture — particularly farm management and livestock roles where South African expertise in large-scale farming and game/cattle management is highly valued.
Management and specialist agricultural roles fall under the Core Skills stream. Lower-skilled seasonal agricultural labour generally falls under the Essential Skills stream, which requires a Labour Agreement — a separate process not covered here.
Agricultural Occupations on the CSOL
Farm Manager (General)
Operational management of agricultural properties
121316Crop Farm Manager
Cropping and broadacre farm management
121311Livestock Farm Manager
Cattle, sheep, and mixed livestock properties
121315Agricultural Scientist
Research and applied science in agriculture
234111Farrier
Equine hoof care — licensed, specialist occupation
311113South African Trade Qualification Equivalences
A general guide to how common South African trade qualifications typically map to Australian ANZSCO categories in TRA skills assessments.
Mappings are indicative only. TRA assesses each application individually — qualification titles alone do not guarantee a specific outcome. Consult a migration agent for your specific situation.
How to Confirm Your Occupation Is Eligible
Find Your ANZSCO Code
Use the ANZSCO database or the Department of Home Affairs occupation search tool to find the 6-digit code for your occupation.
Check the CSOL
Confirm your ANZSCO code appears on the current Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) on the Department of Home Affairs website.
Confirm with a Migration Agent
Have a MARA-registered migration agent confirm your eligibility, any specific conditions that apply, and whether your South African qualifications align with the ANZSCO definition.
Common Questions
What is the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)?
What is an ANZSCO code?
How do I check if my occupation is currently on the CSOL?
My trade isn't in the table above — does that mean I'm not eligible?
Can agricultural workers use the 482 visa?
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