Manufacturer
A Manufacturer manages production operations in a manufacturing facility, overseeing production planning, workforce management, and quality output. This role covers a broad range of industries from food processing to metal fabrication.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Moderate demand; Australian manufacturing has a smaller share of the economy than in past decades but specialist manufacturers are growing.
Occupation list membership
Which Department of Home Affairs skilled lists this occupation currently appears on.
- STSOLShort-Term Skilled Occupation List
Occupations eligible for shorter-term sponsored visas including Subclass 482 (short-term stream).
Assessing authority
The body that assesses skills for migration purposes for this occupation.
- VETVETASSESSVisit official site →
Visa pathways
Australian visa subclasses for which this occupation is currently eligible.
State nominations
States and territories that currently nominate this occupation for skilled migration.
| Code | State / Territory | Details |
|---|---|---|
| NSW | New South Wales | View nomination → |
| QLD | Queensland | View nomination → |
| SA | South Australia | View nomination → |
Key duties
- Plan and manage production schedules and output targets
- Supervise production staff and manage shift operations
- Monitor quality control systems and ensure product standards
- Manage materials, equipment, and production costs
Skills required
- Production and operations management
- Quality management systems
- Team leadership and workforce planning
- Lean manufacturing and process improvement
Typical qualifications pathway
A bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or business is typical; trade background with management experience is also recognised. VETASSESS assesses qualifications.
Visa & occupation list information
Listed on STSOL, enabling subclasses 190 and 491. State/territory nomination programs in manufacturing states like Victoria and SA may be available For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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