Electrical Linesworker / Electrical Line Mechanic — Queensland Nomination
Business and Skilled Migration Queensland (BSMQ) · Brisbane
At a glance
- Program
- Business and Skilled Migration Queensland (BSMQ)
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Brisbane
- Program notes
- Run by BSMQ with two pathways: Offshore Skilled and Onshore Skilled. Living and working in Queensland is generally preferred for invitations.
Official program page: https://migration.qld.gov.au
Skills assessment
For Electrical Linesworker / Electrical Line Mechanic, the assessing authority for migration purposes is TRA.
Electrical Linesworker / Electrical Line Mechanic in Queensland — nomination overview
Electrical Linesworker (ANZSCO 342211) appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL) and is eligible for regional state nomination in Queensland under the Queensland Skilled Nominated program. Queensland has strong demand for electrical linesworkers in electricity network maintenance and expansion across regional and remote Queensland. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once Queensland opens nominations; Queensland applies competitive criteria including points score, English proficiency, and relevant trade experience. Skills assessment is conducted by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA), covering overseas qualifications and work experience against Australian standards. English language proficiency, health, and character requirements must also be satisfied. The applicable nomination pathway is the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, which requires three years of regional residence and employment at or above the income threshold before the holder may apply for the Subclass 191 permanent residence visa. Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa nomination is not available for ROL-only occupations. A successful Subclass 491 regional nomination adds fifteen points to the applicant's SkillSelect points test score. Government fees apply at nomination and visa stages; processing in Queensland typically takes one to three months. For advice tailored to your circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Electrical Linesworker / Electrical Line Mechanic
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Queensland nominates.
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.