Operating Theatre Technician — Western Australia Nomination

Operating Theatre Technician in Western Australia — nomination overview

Operating Theatre Technician (ANZSCO 311214) appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL) and is eligible for state nomination in Western Australia under the WA Skilled Migration Program. Western Australia employs operating theatre technicians across Fiona Stanley Hospital, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, private surgical centres, and regional WA hospitals in Bunbury, Geraldton, and Albany. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once Western Australia opens invitations for this occupation. Skills assessment confirming qualifications and hands-on competence in operating theatre support, sterile services, and surgical assistance is required from an appropriate healthcare assessing body. Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through an approved test and satisfy health and character requirements. The only nomination pathway is the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, a provisional visa requiring three years of regional residence and employment at or above the income threshold before transitioning to permanent residence through the Subclass 191 visa. Subclass 190 nomination is not available for ROL-only occupations. A successful nomination adds fifteen points to the applicant's points test score. Processing in Western Australia typically takes one to three months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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