Diesel Motor Mechanic — Queensland Nomination
Business and Skilled Migration Queensland (BSMQ) · Brisbane
At a glance
- Program
- Business and Skilled Migration Queensland (BSMQ)
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Brisbane
- Program notes
- Run by BSMQ with two pathways: Offshore Skilled and Onshore Skilled. Living and working in Queensland is generally preferred for invitations.
Official program page: https://migration.qld.gov.au
Key facts at a glance
Data compiled from official sources. Always verify on the relevant authority’s website before acting.
- SkillSelect points cutoff(Subclass 189)
- 95 points— November 2024 roundView all rounds →
- Skills assessment fee
- AUD 1,050–1,500via Trades Recognition Australia· ~12-24 weeks processing
- State nomination fee
- AUD 330— AUD 330 application feeOfficial 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 Diesel Motor Mechanic, the assessing authority for migration purposes is TRA.
Diesel Motor Mechanic in Queensland — nomination overview
Diesel Motor Mechanic (ANZSCO 321212) is a recognised skilled occupation under Australia's migration framework, opening pathways for qualified professionals to live and work in Queensland. Queensland's growing economy, driven by tourism, resources, agriculture, and technology, creates sustained demand for skilled workers. The Queensland Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) and Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) nomination programs provide viable pathways for experienced diesel motor mechanic professionals with demonstrated expertise in the diesel and heavy vehicle mechanical repair sector. Applicants must satisfy age requirements, English language proficiency benchmarks, and a positive skills assessment from Trades Recognition Australia (TRA). A state or territory nomination through Queensland adds five points to an Expression of Interest (EOI) submitted via SkillSelect, while a regional (Subclass 491) nomination awards ten points, potentially elevating the candidate's total score sufficiently to receive an invitation to apply. Candidates should carefully review Queensland's occupation list and nomination criteria before lodging an EOI, as state requirements and occupational ceilings can change between invitation rounds. Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) agents can provide personalised advice on pathways and eligibility requirements for your specific circumstances.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Diesel Motor Mechanic
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Queensland nominates.
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.