Environmental Health Officer — Western Australia Nomination
Western Australian Skilled Migration · Perth
At a glance
- Program
- Western Australian Skilled Migration
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Perth
- Program notes
- Stream-based system: Graduate stream, General stream, plus Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 occupation lists with different eligibility thresholds.
Official program page: https://migration.wa.gov.au
Key facts at a glance
Data compiled from official sources. Always verify on the relevant authority’s website before acting.
- Skills assessment fee
- AUD 900–1,145via Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services· ~8-16 weeks processing
- Salary range (Australia)
- AUD 78k–148kfull-time gross AUD, P10–P90 band, 2025–26 indicative
- State nomination fee
- AUD 100— AUD 100 for Group A occupations; AUD 300 for Group B occupationsOfficial source →
- Occupation list last updated
- 2026-04-26(state SOL revision date — verify on the state program website)
All figures are indicative. Fees and points cutoffs change frequently — always verify on immi.gov.au and the relevant state/authority website before lodging.
Skills assessment
For Environmental Health Officer, the assessing authority for migration purposes is VETASSESS.
Environmental Health Officer in Western Australia — nomination overview
Environmental Health Officer (ANZSCO 251311) appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL) and is eligible for state nomination in Western Australia under the Western Australian Skilled Migration program. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once Western Australia opens invitations for this occupation. WA local councils, health authorities, and regional resource sector organisations employ environmental health officers for compliance inspection, food safety, environmental monitoring, and public health regulation. Skills assessment is conducted by VETASSESS, which evaluates overseas environmental health qualifications and professional experience against Australian standards. Environmental Health Australia (EHA) membership supports the pathway. English language proficiency and health and character requirements apply. The only nomination pathway for ROL-listed occupations is the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, a provisional visa requiring three years of regional residence and employment before transitioning to permanent residence via the Subclass 191 visa. Subclass 190 nomination is not available for ROL-only occupations. A successful state nomination adds fifteen points to the applicant's points test score. Processing in Western Australia typically takes one to three months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Environmental Health Officer
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Western Australia nominates.