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ANZSCO 399212Subclass 494Provisional

Gas or Petroleum Operator — Subclass 494 Pathway

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa · 5 years provisional → PR pathway via Subclass 191

At a glance

Visa
Subclass 494 — Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Points test
Not points-tested
Sponsor
Employer sponsor required
Eligibility list
MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
Base fee
from $4,770 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
Processing time
~9-18 months (median)

Skills assessment for this occupation

Assessing Gas or Petroleum Operator for migration purposes is handled by: TRA.

Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.

Gas or Petroleum Operator × Subclass 494 — pathway overview

Gas or Petroleum Operator (ANZSCO 399212) is listed on the Regional Occupation List (ROL) and Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and qualifies for the Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa. This five-year employer-sponsored regional visa enables businesses in regional Australia to recruit skilled overseas workers for positions they cannot fill locally. Gas or Petroleum Operators control and monitor equipment used to extract, process, and distribute natural gas and petroleum products. They work on offshore platforms, onshore gas processing facilities, and production sites, ensuring safe and efficient operation of well-head and compression equipment. The visa requires an approved regional employer sponsor and a relevant skills assessment from TRA confirming the applicant's qualifications and experience. Applicants must hold at least Competent English and satisfy a minimum annual salary requirement at or above the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) or the annual market salary rate, whichever is higher. Health and character requirements must also be met. The Subclass 494 application fee is approximately AUD 4,640, with processing typically taking six to twelve months. Holders must live and work in regional Australia with their sponsoring employer. After three years of regional residence and meeting income requirements, holders may apply for the Subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Regional) visa. 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 494. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.

  • Under 45 years of age at application
  • Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
  • Positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation
  • Three years of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation
  • Nominated by an approved regional employer in a designated regional area
  • Health and character requirements

Other visa pathways for Gas or Petroleum Operator

State nominations for Gas or Petroleum Operator

States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.

New South Wales→Western Australia→South Australia→
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