Specialisations

 

Skill Level

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

 

Job Description & Tasks

Studies the chemical and physical properties of substances and develops and monitors chemical processes and production.

• conducts experiments and tests to identify the chemical composition and reactive properties of natural substances or processed materials
• develops procedures, instruments, recording and testing systems to be used in experiments
• analyses or conducts research to develop theories, techniques and processes, and tests the reliability of these under various conditions
• develops practical applications of experimental and research findings
• develops and monitors quality control procedures for the manufacture of products in plants or factories
• prepares or supervises the preparation of laboratory reports, scientific papers and reports on specifications and standards
• may supervise and coordinate the work of technicians
• may test products or materials to ensure compliance with government health laws, and standards of quality and purity
• may use micro-organisms to convert substances into new compounds

 

This occupation is included in the following occupation lists;

Skilled Occupations List (SQL)

This occupation is on the Skilled Occupations List and can be applied for under the Skilled Migration Programme.

Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL)

This occupation is not on the Migration Occupations in Demand List and is not eligible for MODL points.

Skilled Regional Sponsored (SRS)

This visa allows you to be sponsored by a relative living in a Designated Area or to be nominated by a State or Territory government. To apply for nomination by a State/Territory your occupation must in demand in that particular government.

Please note that many occupations in demand by a State or Territory are required to have a specialisation and not all specialisations are detailed in the lists. You can check for further information through CMS or directly through the State or Territory.

This occupation is in demand in;
New South Wales
Victoria

Temporary Business Sponsorship (457)

This occupation is on the approved list of occupations for temporary business sponsorship and may be sponsored for a 457 visa.

Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS)

This occupation is on the approved list of occupations for the Employer Nomination Scheme and may be nominated by a company under the ENS.