Ship's Engineer — Subclass 482 Pathway
Skills in Demand visa · 1-4 years (Specialist Skills, Core Skills, or Essential Skills stream)
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 482 — Skills in Demand visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $1,455 short-term / from $3,035 medium-term (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~1-4 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Ship's Engineer for migration purposes is handled by: AMSA.
Skills assessment is only required for some occupation/passport combinations — the assessing body is the same one listed for the ANZSCO code.
Ship's Engineer × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Ships Engineer (ANZSCO 231212) is eligible for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, supporting employer-sponsored temporary migration for skilled maritime engineering professionals in Australia. This occupation appears on the relevant skilled occupation lists for Subclass 482. The Subclass 482 is not points-tested. Applicants must be nominated by an approved employer in the maritime industry who demonstrates genuine need for a ships engineer and compliance with labour market testing obligations. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) conducts skills assessments for Ships Engineers, evaluating certificates of competency, sea service records, and qualifications against STCW convention requirements adapted to Australian maritime law. Overseas certificates may require recognition or conversion under AMSA processes. Applicants must hold current AMSA-recognised certificates, meet English language requirements, and pass health and character checks. The Subclass 482 visa is typically granted for up to four years, with eligible holders potentially transitioning to Subclass 186 permanent residency. Government fees start at approximately AUD 3,035. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 482. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Nominated by an approved Australian sponsor
- Position pays at least the relevant Core Skills Income Threshold
- At least one year of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation
- Positive skills assessment if required for the occupation/passport combination
- Vocational English (IELTS 5.0 in each component or equivalent)
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Ship's Engineer
State nominations for Ship's Engineer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.