Goulburn Murray Region

Who are the players in skilled migration?

The Victorian Government’s Skilled Migration Program

The Skilled Migration Program (SMP) is responsible for the skilled migration program in Victoria, which aims to attract and retain skilled migrants to fill skill shortages in regional Victoria. SMP also sponsors skilled migrants to fill job vacancies in recognised skill shortages areas, using state sponsored visas.

For further information go to visit the Live In Victoria website.

Your local Council

The Greater Shepparton, Moira and Campaspe Shire Councils have partnered with the SMP to assist employers in the Goulburn Murray Region who are experiencing skills shortages. The Goulburn Murray Skilled Migration Coordinator can assist employers source skilled migrants to fill job vacancies.

You can contact the Goulburn Murray Skilled Migration Coordinator at:

Greater Shepparton City Council
Locked Bag 1000
Shepparton VIC 3630
Phone: (03) 5832 9710
Mobile: 0439 388 976
Email: rmif@shepparton.vic.gov.au

The Department for Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)

DIAC assesses applications from employers and skilled migrants in relation to filling skills shortages. DIAC also provide Regional Outreach Officers (ROOs) and Industry Advisers who can assist employers in the migration process. To assess whether your vacancies fall within the Skills in Demand list, you should contact your local Regional Certifying Body

For further information in relation to sponsoring skilled people to work in Australia, go to this website.