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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DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW
Marine Biologist
ANZSCO 234516
Marine Biologist (ANZSCO 234516) 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
Marine Biologist studies the anatomy, physiology, functions, characteristics, behaviour and environments of all forms of life living in the sea and connected water bodies.
Typical tasks and duties
Marine Biologist may perform the following tasks:
- estimate the number of marine organisms and analyse their population features
- observe communities of marine organisms and determine the factors influencing their structure
- assess and advise on the causes, effects, prevention and control of introduced species
- use numerical and statistical skills to design laboratory and field experiments
- design and carry out environmental impact assessments to determine whether change is caused by natural or human factors
- participate in studies aimed at predicting the effects of proposed developments
- develop long-term programmes for monitoring environmental pollution
- provide guidance to help manage fisheries
- provide information and recommendations for the development of marine conservation and harvesting policies and programmes, including aquaculture
- write scientific reports on research and investigations and prepare more general information for scientific, managerial, political and general audiences
- provide advice to managers, politicians, primary producers, healthcare workers and the general public
- provide research training for students and staff seeking entry to this field.
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.
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Occupation available in 1 DAMA region
Marine Biologist 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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Marine Biologist historical SkillSelect report
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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
