Shipwright — Subclass 482 Pathway

Shipwright × Subclass 482 — pathway overview

Shipwright (ANZSCO 399112) is listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and qualifies for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa under the Core Skills stream. This temporary employer-sponsored visa allows Australian businesses to fill skill shortages with overseas workers where no suitable local candidate is available. Shipwrights construct, repair, and maintain wooden and fibreglass vessels including boats, ships, and barges, working in boatyards, shipyards, and marine workshops. Their work spans hull construction, caulking, fitting, and structural repairs requiring a high degree of precision and craft skill. The visa requires an approved business sponsor and a signed labour agreement or standard business sponsorship arrangement. Applicants must hold at least Vocational English and meet a minimum annual salary of the Core Skills Income Threshold (AUD 73,150 or the annual market salary rate, whichever is higher). A skills assessment from TRA is required. The visa is typically granted for up to four years. The Subclass 482 application fee is approximately AUD 3,115, with processing typically taking four to eight months. Holders may be eligible to transition to permanent residence through the Subclass 186 ENS visa after satisfying work experience and sponsorship requirements. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

Content last generated: 2026-06-26