Western Australia DAMA Sets New Employer Requirements
For skilled migrants looking to move to Western Australia through the DAMA program, this means your potential employer must now follow clear rules, including specific hiring tests and guaranteeing fair work conditions. This helps ensure your job offer meets Australian standards.
Flootloop has detected a change in employer conditions for the Western Australia Designated Area Migration Agreement (WA DAMA). Previously unknown, the new data indicates that businesses in Western Australia nominating skilled migrants under the WA DAMA must now meet specific criteria. These include conducting Labour Market Testing within 12 months prior to nomination and ensuring migrants receive Australian workplace law-compliant terms.
This update provides clarity for employers and prospective skilled migrants, outlining the obligations businesses must fulfill to sponsor workers under the WA DAMA. For individuals considering relocation to Western Australia via this pathway, understanding these employer requirements is crucial for assessing visa eligibility and employment prospects.