Automotive skilled migration win

The Australian government introduced significant changes to the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) to tackle workforce shortages in critical industries, the updated list featuring 456 occupations eligible for skilled migration, including nine key automotive trades now officially recognised under the program.

The revised CSOL updates previous lists from the temporary skilled visa program and, based on analysis from Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA), the new consolidated approach seeks to enhance access for industries facing significant skill shortages.

At the time, Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) CEO Matt Hobbs said the changes “will provide much-needed access to skilled workers, supporting the sustainability and growth of our industry across Australia”.