Far North Queensland is a DAMA region in QLD. Employers in the region can sponsor workers for the occupations below. We record 226 occupations for this region from our verified master (the master lists 227 entries; the difference is alternate names sharing one ANZSCO code). Check the region’s official list for the definitive set. DAMA is employer-first: a job offer generally precedes assessment, and each occupation has its own qualification and experience requirement.
Membership in this list is from our verified master. We hold the specific requirement for 110 of these 226 occupations; for the other 116 the requirement is not held and is confirmed with a counsellor or the region’s official list. A blank is never an indication that no requirement applies.
| Occupation | Key requirement |
|---|---|
| Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec 141999 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Accountant (General) 221111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Accounts Clerk 551111 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Aeroplane Pilot 231111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Aged or Disabled Carer 423111 | Have at least an AQF Certificate III. |
| Agricultural and Agritech Technician 311112 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Agronomist 234115 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic 342111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Air Transport Professionals nec 231199 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) 323111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) 323112 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures) 323113 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Anaesthetic Technician 311211 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Anaesthetist 253211 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Aquaculture Farmer 121111 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Aquaculture Supervisor 363111 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV. |
| Architectural Draftsperson 312111 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec 312199 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Automotive Electrician 321111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Baker 351111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Bar Attendant 431111 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Bar Attendant Supervisor HS900010 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate III; or |
| Barista 431112 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Beauty Therapist 451111 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV. |
| Beef Cattle Farm Worker 842311 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Beef Cattle Farmer 121312 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Boat Builder and Repairer 399111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Bookkeeper 551211 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV; or |
| Brewer HS900013 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate III; or |
| Building Associate 312112 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Butcher or Smallgoods Maker 351211 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) 342411 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Cafe or Restaurant Manager 141111 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Cafe or Restaurant Supervisor HS900016 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate IV. |
| Cardiologist 253312 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Carpenter 331212 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Chef 351311 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Chemical Plant Worker 839912 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Child Care Worker 421111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Civil Engineer 233211 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Civil Engineering Draftsperson 312211 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Cleaners nec (Swimming Pool Cleaner) 811699 | Have at least an AQF Certificate I; or |
| Clinical Haematologist 253313 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Clinical Psychologist 272311 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Commercial Housekeeper 811411 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate I; or |
| Concrete Pump Operator 712915 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Conference and Event Organiser 149311 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Construction Project Manager 133111 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Content Creator (Marketing) 225114 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Contract Administrator 511111 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Cook 351411 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Counsellors nec 272199 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Customer Service Manager 149212 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Dairy Cattle Farm Worker 842313 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Dairy Cattle Farmer 121313 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Dairy Products Maker 831114 | Have at least an AQF Certificate I; or |
| Database Administrator 262111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Deck Hand 899211 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Dental Assistant 423211 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Dental Hygienist 411211 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Dental Technician 411213 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Dentist 252312 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Diesel Motor Mechanic 321212 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Dietitian 251111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Diver 399911 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV; or |
| Diving Instructor (Open Water) 452311 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV; or |
| Diving Instructor (Tourism or Photography) HS900037 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate IV. |
| Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher 241111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Earthmoving Plant Operator (General) 721211 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Electrician (General) 341111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General) 342314 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Emergency Medicine Specialist 253912 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Enrolled Nurse 411411 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Environmental Health Officer 251311 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| External Auditor 221213 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Farm Inspector HS900040 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate IV. |
| Fibrous Plasterer 333211 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Fitter (General) 323211 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Fitter-Welder 323213 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Food Technologist 234212 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Forklift Driver 721311 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Fruit Farm Worker 842212 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate I; or |
| Fruit Grower 121612 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Fruit Picker 842213 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate I; or |
| Gardener (General) 362611 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV; or |
| General Practitioner 253111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Hairdresser 391111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Health and Welfare Services Managers nec 134299 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Home Tutor HS900044 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate III; or |
| Horticultural Supervisor or Specialist 363114 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV. |
| Hospitality Workers nec 431999 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate I; or |
| Hospitality, Retail and Service Managers nec 149999 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Hotel Service Manager 431411 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Hotel or Motel Manager (Degree Level) 141311 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Hotel or Motel Receptionist 542113 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Housekeeping Supervisor HS900047 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate III; or |
| Human Resource Manager 132311 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| ICT Account Manager 225211 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| ICT Managers nec 135199 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| ICT Project Manager 135112 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| ICT Sales Representative 225213 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| ICT Support Engineer 263212 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| ICT Support Technicians NEC 313199 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Import-Export Clerk (Customs Agent) 591212 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Industrial Spray Painter 711211 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Intensive Care Specialist 253317 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Internal Auditor 221214 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Landscape Gardener 362711 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Librarian 224611 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Lifeguard 452414 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV; or |
| Light Technician 399513 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Livestock Husbandry Worker 842314 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Marine Biologist 234516 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Marine Diesel Mechanic HS900051 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate IV, and |
| Marine Electrician HS900052 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate IV, and |
| Marine Environment Interpreter HS900053 | Have at least a relevant AQF Bachelor degree. |
| Marine Surveyor 231215 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Massage Therapist 411611 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Mechanical Engineer 233512 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Mechanical Engineering Technician 312512 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Medical Administrator 134211 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Medical Diagnostic Radiographer 251211 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Medical Oncologist 253314 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Medical Practitioners nec 253999 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Metal Fabricator 322311 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Metal Fitter and Machinists NEC 323299 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Midwife 254111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Mobile Plant Operators nec 721999 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Motor Mechanic (General) 321211 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Motor Vehicle Parts Interpreter / Automotive Parts Salesperson 621312 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitter (General) 899411 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Motorcycle Mechanic 321213 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Multimedia Specialist 261211 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Naval Architect / Marine Designer 233916 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Night Auditor HS900054 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate IV. |
| Northern Rock Lobster Fisherman HS900055 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate III; or |
| Nurse Educator 254211 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Nurse Manager 254311 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Nurse Practitioner 254411 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Nursing Support Worker 423312 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Obstetrician and Gynaecologist 253913 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Occupational Health and Safety Adviser 251312 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Occupational Therapist 252411 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Office Manager 512111 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Orthopaedic Surgeon 253514 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Other Sports Coach or Instructor 452317 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV; or |
| Out of School Hours Care Worker 421114 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Outdoor Adventure Guides nec 452299 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Outdoor Adventure Instructor 452215 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Paediatrician 253321 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Panelbeater 324111 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Pastrycook 351112 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Personal Assistant 521111 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Personal Care Assistant 423313 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Pharmacy Sales Assistant 621411 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Physiotherapist 252511 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Plastic Compounding and Reclamation Machine Operator 711512 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Plastics Production Machine Operator (General) 711514 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Plastics Technician 399916 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Plumber (General) 334116 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Podiatrist 252611 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Poultry Farm Worker 842316 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Poultry Farmer 121321 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Primary Products Inspectors nec 311399 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Primary School Teacher 241213 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Program or Project Administrator 511112 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Psychiatrist 253411 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Quality Assurance Manager 139916 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Recruitment Consultant 223112 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Registered Nurse (Aged Care) 254412 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health) 254413 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurse (Community Health) 254414 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) 254415 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability) 254416 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation) 254417 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurse (Medical Practice) 254421 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurse (Medical) 254418 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurse (Mental Health) 254422 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurse (Perioperative) 254423 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurse (Surgical) 254424 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Registered Nurses nec 254499 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Renal Medicine Specialist 253322 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Resident Medical Officer 253112 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Retail Manager (General) 142111 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Retail Pharmacist 251513 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Retail Supervisor 621511 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Safety Inspector 312611 | Have at least an AQF Diploma; or |
| Sales and Marketing Manager 131112 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Sand Blaster 711913 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Secondary School Teacher 241411 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Senior Beef Cattle Station Worker 363211 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV; or |
| Senior Broadacre Crop and Livestock Farm Worker 363115 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV. |
| Ship's Engineer 231212 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Ship's Master 231213 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Small Engine Mechanic 321214 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Sonographer 251214 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Sound Technician 399516 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Special Education Teachers nec 241599 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Special Needs Teacher 241511 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Specialist Managers nec 139999 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Specialist Physician (General Medicine) 253311 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Specialist Physicians nec 253399 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Structural Engineer 233214 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Surgeon (General) 253511 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Swimming Pool Technician HS900074 | Have at least an AQF Certificate III; or |
| Taxi Driver 731112 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages 249311 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Telecommunications Cable Jointer 342412 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Telecommunications Lineworker 342413 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Telecommunications Technician 342414 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Tour Guide 451412 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV; or |
| Training and Development Professional 223311 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Tree Worker 362512 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV; or |
| Truck Driver (General) 733111 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Urologist 253518 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Vascular Surgeon 253521 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Vehicle Painter 324311 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Veterinarian 234711 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Veterinary Nurse 361311 | Have at least an AQF Certificate IV; or |
| Vocational Education Teacher / Polytechnic Teacher 242211 | Have at least an AQF Bachelor degree; or |
| Waiter 431511 | Have at least an AQF Certificate II; or |
| Waiter Supervisor HS900077 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate III; or |
| Wall and Floor Tiler 333411 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Web Developer 261212 | Requirement not held — confirm with a counsellor or the region’s official list |
| Welding Specialist Supervisor HS900080 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate IV; and |
| Welding Technologist HS900081 | Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate IV; and |
Under the recorded VETASSESS DAMA sequencing, an eligible employer and job offer in Far North Queensland come first; the skills assessment against the occupation's requirement follows. Requirements shown are from the region's published list — they are not an eligibility decision.
Data: HigherStudy verified master, 2026-08-03 · official list: the Far North Queensland DAMA designated area representative publishes the authoritative list.
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