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.
Learn moreLocksmith – ANZSCO 323313
DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW
Locksmith
ANZSCO 323313
Locksmith (ANZSCO 323313) 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.
Occupation guide
Occupation details and duties
Locksmith installs and maintains locks and related security devices and systems. Registration or licensing is required.
Typical tasks and duties
Locksmith may perform the following tasks:
- sell and install high-security lock systems, key control systems, all types of mechanical locks and keyless entry locks
- repair, replace or adjust damaged or defective components of doors, including door closers, hinges and electronic release mechanisms
- change mechanical and electronic key codes
- design, manufacture, install and manage restricted master key systems
- determine customer security requirements and assess risks through discussion and on-site inspection
- assist clients to gain entry into premises, automotive vehicles, safes or high-security storage containers such as filing cabinets
- recommend appropriate security and locking systems such as safes, strong rooms, alarms, closed-circuit television (CCTV) and door and window locks
- install, replace and maintain locking systems, alarms and access control systems
- test the performance of locks and security systems
- repair jammed, worn or damaged locks by manipulating, dismantling, repairing or replacing defective parts
- sell locks, safes and associated hardware
- cut new or duplicate keys for locks and other security systems and devices
- keep records of specifications of installed locking systems.
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.
Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186
A permanent employer-sponsored pathway that may be available where the relevant DAMA agreement and nomination requirements permit it.
Learn moreSkilled 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.
Learn moreDAMA availability
Occupation available in 1 DAMA region
Locksmith 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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Locksmith historical SkillSelect report
The current PointsView report includes historical SkillSelect data through June 2026 for ANZSCO 323313.
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Historical information does not predict invitations, visa outcomes or migration eligibility.
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
