Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) – ANZSCO 342411

DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW

Cabler (Data and Telecommunications)

ANZSCO 342411

Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) (ANZSCO 342411) is available under selected DAMA arrangements. Participating regions, occupation conditions, concessions and employer-sponsored visa pathways may vary between DAMAs. Review the current regions and requirements below.

Illustration for Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) occupation by Shada Migration Services.

Occupation guide

Occupation details and duties

Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) installs internal telecommunications and data cabling, equipment and peripherals for computer networks, telephony, cable television and monitored security and fire alarms.

Typical tasks and duties

Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) may perform the following tasks:

  • examining drawings, specifications and work areas to determine positioning and connections for equipment to be installed
  • locating faults in telecommunications equipment using instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and transmission measuring equipment
  • attaching wires and cables to appliances
  • adjusting, replacing and repairing faulty items, and testing equipment using electronic instruments
  • installing cabling for telephone, radio, pay TV and computer transmission
  • joining cables and sealing sheaths with lead and thermoplastic
  • erecting, testing and maintaining aerial and underground wires and cables, and radio and mobile phone antennae
  • installing telecommunications equipment and appliances such as telephones, switchboards and data transmission equipment

Employer-sponsored pathways

Possible DAMA pathways

Availability depends on the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, concessions, employer endorsement, nomination requirements and the applicant’s circumstances.

Skills in Demand visa subclass 482

A temporary employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an approved DAMA employer and applicable labour agreement arrangements.

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Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186

A permanent employer-sponsored pathway that may be available where the relevant DAMA agreement and nomination requirements permit it.

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Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa subclass 494

A provisional regional employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an endorsed employer in a participating DAMA region.

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DAMA availability

Occupation available in 1 DAMA region

Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) is recorded as available in the DAMA regions listed below. Open a region card to review the relevant regional DAMA information.

Important notes

  • Inclusion on a DAMA occupation list does not guarantee employer sponsorship, endorsement, nomination or visa eligibility.
  • Occupation conditions, concessions and visa pathways vary between DAMAs and may change over time.

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Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) historical SkillSelect report

The current PointsView report includes historical SkillSelect data through June 2026 for ANZSCO 342411.

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Historical information does not predict invitations, visa outcomes or migration eligibility.

Mohammad Reza Azimi

Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant

Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi

This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.

Last reviewed: July 2026