Anon01/19/26, 08:34No.2856193
Top 10 Most In-Demand Occupations (2026):
Registered Nurse – High demand in both metro and regional areas; excellent PR prospects via 189, 190, 491 visas; skills assessment by AHPRA.
Software Engineer – High salary ($104k–$154k); strong demand in tech hubs; assessed by ACS; pathways: 189, 190, 482.
Electrician – Critical shortage due to housing and infrastructure projects; assessed by TRA; pathways: 190, 482, 186.
Civil Engineer – High demand for infrastructure and renewable energy; assessed by Engineers Australia; pathways: 189, 190, 482.
General Practitioner (GP) – High salary ($180k–$250k); critical regional need; assessed by AHPRA or MBA; pathways: 189, 190.
Secondary Teacher – Especially in maths and science; strong regional demand; assessed by AITSL; pathways: 190, 491.
Plumber – High demand in housing construction; assessed by TRA; pathways: 190, 482, 186.
Cybersecurity Specialist – Fast-growing field; assessed by ACS; pathways: 189, 190, 482.
Construction Manager – High salary ($140k–$160k); assessed by VETASSESS; pathways: 186, 190.
Aged Care Worker – Critical shortage in regional areas; assessed by ACWA; pathways: 190, 491, 482.
