Production Manager (Mining) — Western Australia Nomination
Western Australian Skilled Migration · Perth
At a glance
- Program
- Western Australian Skilled Migration
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Perth
- Program notes
- Stream-based system: Graduate stream, General stream, plus Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 occupation lists with different eligibility thresholds.
Official program page: https://migration.wa.gov.au
Skills assessment
For Production Manager (Mining), the assessing authority for migration purposes is VETASSESS.
Production Manager (Mining) in Western Australia — nomination overview
Production Managers in Mining (ANZSCO 133513) are nominated by Western Australia, one of Australia's foremost mining jurisdictions. The occupation appears on the STSOL, enabling access to the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa. A VETASSESS skills assessment is required to evaluate qualifications and mining production management experience against Australian benchmarks. WA's iron ore, gold, nickel, lithium, and liquefied natural gas sectors generate substantial demand for skilled production managers. State nomination under Subclass 190 adds five SkillSelect points; Subclass 491 adds fifteen, a significant advantage in competitive invitation rounds. Applicants must demonstrate Competent English, meet age requirements, and pass health and character checks. WA nomination typically includes a condition to reside and work in Western Australia. Government fees start from AUD 4,640. Processing times run eight to eighteen months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Production Manager (Mining)
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Western Australia nominates.