Australia: Pilbara Region Establishes New DAMA for Skilled Workers
What this means for you
For individuals seeking to relocate to Australia's Pilbara region, this DAMA may open new visa pathways for skilled employment in East Pilbara, Karratha, or Port Hedland, potentially including occupations not typically available through standard visa routes.
Now
Regional Development Australia Pilbara has established a Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) with the Department of Home Affairs, providing employers in the Shire of East Pilbara, City of Karratha, and Town of Port Hedland access to skilled workers via specific visa subclasses (482 and 494) with its own occupation list.
Regional Development Australia Pilbara has established a Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) with the Department of Home Affairs.
This agreement provides employers in the Shire of East Pilbara, City of Karratha, and Town of Port Hedland access to skilled workers. It facilitates specific visa subclasses (482 and 494) with its own occupation list, aiming to address regional skill shortages.
Source
migration.wa.gov.au ↗