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What is the Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL)?
The Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL) lists those occupations and specialisations identified by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) that are in short supply.
What occupations are currently MODL?
The table below shows the current (as at 30 July 2007) occupations in demand for migration purposes.
MIGRATION OCCUPATIONS IN DEMAND (MODL)
Managers and Administrators
ASCO code
Child Care Coordinator
1295-11
Professionals
ASCO code
Accountant
2211-11
Anaesthetist
2312-11
Architect
2121-11
Chemical Engineer
2129-17
Civil Engineer
2124-11
Computing Professional - specialising in CISSP *
2231-79
Computing Professional - specialising in C++/C#/C *
2231-79
Computing Professional - specialising in Java *
2231-79
Computing Professional - specialising in J2EE *
2231-79
Computing Professional - specialising in Network Security/Firewall/Internet Security *
2231-79
Computing Professional - specialising in Oracle *
2231-79
Computing Professional - specialising in PeopleSoft *
2231-79
Computing Professional - specialising in SAP *
2231-79
Computing Professional - specialising in SIEBEL *
(especially Siebel Analytic)
2231-79
Computing Professional - specialising in Sybase SQL Server
2231-79
Dental Specialist
2381-13
Dentist
2381-11
Dermatologist
2312-13
Electrical Engineer
2125-11
Emergency Medicine Specialist
2312-15
External Auditor
2212-11
General Medical Practitioner
2311-11
Hospital Pharmacist
2382-11
Mechanical Engineer
2126-11
Medical Diagnostic Radiographer
2391-11
Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum)
2127-11
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
2312-17
Occupational Therapist
2383-11
Ophthalmologist
2312-19
Paediatrician
2312-21
Pathologist
2312-23
Petroleum Engineer
2127-13
Physiotherapist
2385-11
Podiatrist
2388-11
Psychiatrist
2312-27
Quantity Surveyor
2122-11
Radiologist
2312-29
Registered Mental Health Nurse
2325-11
Registered Midwife
2324-11
Registered Nurse
2323-11
Retail Pharmacist
2382-15
Specialist Medical Practitioners (not elsewhere classified)
2312-79
Specialist Physician
2312-25
Speech Pathologist
2386-11
Sonographer
2391-17
Surgeon
2312-31
Surveyor
2123-13
Associate Professionals
ASCO Code
Chef (excluding Commis Chef)
3322-11 (part)
Trades Persons
ASCO codes
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)
4114-15
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)
4114-11
Automotive Electrician
4212-11
Baker
4512-11
Boat Builder and Repairer
4981-13
Bricklayer
4414-11
Cabinetmaker
4922-11
Carpenter
4411-13
Carpenter and Joiner
4411-11
Cook
4513-11
Drainer
4431-15
Electrical Powerline Tradesperson
4313-11
Electrician (Special Class)
4311-13
Electronic Equipment Tradesperson
4315-11
Fibrous Plasterer
4412-11
Fitter
4112-11
Floor Finisher
4423-11
Furniture Finisher
4929-13
Furniture Upholsterer
4942-11
Gasfitter
4431-13
General Electrician
4311-11
General Plumber
4431-11
Hairdresser
4931-11
Joiner
4411-15
Lift Mechanic
4311-15
Locksmith
4115-15
Mechanical Services and Air-conditioning Plumber
4431-19
Metal Fabricator (Boilermaker)
4122-11
Metal Machinist (First Class)
4112-13
Motor Mechanic
4211-11
Optical Mechanic
4999-11
Painter and Decorator
4421-11
Panel Beater
4213-11
Pastry Cook
4512-13
Pressure Welder
4122-13
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic
4312-11
Roof Plumber
4431-17
Roof Slater and Tiler
4413-11
Solid Plasterer
4415-11
Sheetmetal Worker (First Class)
4124-11
Stonemason
4416-13
Toolmaker
4113-11
Vehicle Body Maker
4215-11
Vehicle Painter
4214-11
Wall and Floor Tiler
4416-11
Welder (First Class)
4122-15
* Important: If you nominate one of the above specialist computing occupations, you will only be awarded MODL points if your skills assessment from the relevant Australian assessing body – the Australian Computer Society (ACS) states you have met the criteria to be recognised in one of the above specialisations.
Skills assessments provided to successful applicants will state:
—the ASCO Code for Computer Professional not elswhere classified (nec) with the specialisation stated in brackets - for example, 2231-79 (SAP)
and
—the statement: 'Based on the provided certified documentation, it is my opinion that the applicant has 12 months experience in (name of specialisation, for example, SAP)'.
Note: If you have a skills assessment which only states the ASCO Code for 'Computer Professional nec 2231-79', you are not eligible to be awarded MODL points. A new assessment with the above information will be required if you wish to claim MODL points.
How often does the MODL change?
The MODL is reviewed twice a year to take into consideration existing and emerging skills shortages. This does not mean the list is changed twice a year. Changes only occur if there has been a significant change in labour market trends.
As the MODL may change from time to time, you are advised to check the current MODL at the time you are lodging your visa application.
How are occupation points awarded on the points test?
If your nominated occupation is on MODL either at the time your application is lodged or assessed, you will be eligible for 'occupation in demand/job offer' points on the General Skilled Migration points test. You will receive extra points if you have a job offer from a suitable Australian employer.
What is a 'suitable Australian employer'?
A 'suitable Australian employer' is an employer that has employed at least 10 people on a full-time basis for the previous two (2) financial years.
If you intend to claim points for 'occupation in demand/job offer' you are required to submit documentary evidence that your proposed employer meets these requirements. This evidence should include:
—a letter of offer from your prospective employer on official letterhead of the company which states the full address of the company and any telephone, fax numbers, e-mail and website addresses
—the name and position of the person authorised to sign the employment reference typed or stamped below that person's signature - a reference with an illegible signature will not be accepted
—details of the position you are being offered, the main five duties to be undertaken, and the salary level
—details of the organisation making the job offer, including the number of people it has employed on a full-time basis for the previous two (2) years
The department will make any necessary checks to ensure that the information provided is correct.
Priority processing
If your nominated occupation is on the MODL, your General Skilled Migration visa application will receive priority processing.
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