Telecommunications Engineer — Victoria Nomination

Telecommunications Engineer in Victoria — nomination overview

Telecommunications Engineer (ANZSCO 263311) is listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), qualifying it for state nomination in Victoria under the Victorian Skilled Nominated program. Telecommunications Engineers in Victoria design, build, and commission voice, data, and broadband network infrastructure across major carriers, NBN rollout programs, 5G network buildout, and government communications infrastructure across Melbourne and regional Victoria. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once Victoria opens invitations for this occupation. Skills assessment is conducted by Engineers Australia, which assesses overseas telecommunications engineering qualifications and professional experience against the Australian engineering competency framework, including through the Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) pathway. English language proficiency and health and character requirements apply. The Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa grants permanent residence on grant. The Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa is provisional, requiring three years of regional residence and employment before a Subclass 191 application. Nomination adds five points for Subclass 190 or fifteen for Subclass 491. Government fees apply at nomination and visa stages. Processing in Victoria typically takes several weeks to three months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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