Your Pathway to Australia’s Mining Industry

Matt Simpson
Aug 19, 2025
2 min read

**Partner with Mining Alliance for Skills in Demand Visa Success**

Australia’s mining sector is in the middle of a historic upturn AND for skilled overseas professionals, now is the time to secure your future with the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa – Subclass 482 streamlining employer-sponsored migration since December 2024, the connection between global mining talent and Australian mining projects has never been easier!

Why Now Is the Perfect Moment

Streamlined Visa Pathways The SID Visa targets roles on Australia’s Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and Specialist Skills List, covering a wide range of mining, engineering, and technical positions. This new system offers clearer requirements and faster processing when applications are complete and well-prepared.

Unmatched Industry Demand - Strong demand for mining engineers, geologists, surveyors, metallurgists, maintenance planners, tradespeople, and mining operators — with tens of thousands of skilled roles projected over the next two years.

Mining Alliance Advantage Our employer network spans Western Australia and beyond. We connect vetted, skilled candidates with reputable mining operators looking for talent right now.

The Role of Skills Assessment

For most Medium Term 482 Visa streams, a positive skills assessment is non-negotiable. It confirms that your qualifications and work experience meet Australian standards — and it must be completed before your visa application is lodged.

Mining Alliance helps by:

Identifying the correct Skills Assessment Authority for your occupation (e.g., Engineers Australia, Trades Recognition Australia, VETASSESS).
Providing a tailored document checklist: CV, transcripts, trade papers, references, English test results.
Coordinating with migration partners to ensure no delays in your application.

Tip: English requirement is generally IELTS General 5.0 (each band) or equivalent, unless you hold a passport from an exempt country or meet study exemptions. (See relevant links on our Overseas-Based Job Seekers Page.)

Popular Mining Roles Under the SID Visa

From our Overseas Job Seekers program, some high-demand roles include:

Mining Engineer – ANZSCO 233611
Geologist – 234411
Mechanical Engineer – 233512
Civil Engineer – 233211
Electrical Engineer – 233311
Maintenance Planner – 312911
Mine Deputy – 312913
Environmental Engineer – 233915
Diesel Motor Mechanic – 321212
Drill Fitter – 323211 …and many more listed on our Overseas-Based Job Seekers Page.

Step-by-Step: Mining Alliance Candidate Journey

Explore Eligible Roles – Find your match on the CSOL / Specialist Skills List or our jobs portal.
Confirm Skills Assessment Requirements – We guide you to the correct authority.
Gather and Review Documents – Mining Alliance’s checklist ensures nothing is missed.
Secure Employer Sponsorship – Through our WA mining network.

For Employers

Mining Alliance partners with mine operators and contractors across WA to:

Identify skill gaps
Source and vet overseas talent
Ensure sponsorship compliance with Australian migration law
Reduce onboarding delays by coordinating visa submissions

Why Choose Mining Alliance?

Compliance assurance — all applicants vetted against Australian workplace and migration law
Industry insider network — immediate access to jobs not listed publicly