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 moreWine Grape Grower – ANZSCO 121617
DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW
Wine Grape Grower (Reassigned from 121215 - Grape
ANZSCO 121617
Wine Grape Grower (Reassigned from 121215 - Grape (ANZSCO 121617) 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.
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ANZSCO 121617
Occupation guide
Occupation details and duties
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to grow wine grapes.
Typical tasks and duties
Wine Grape Grower (Reassigned from 121215 - Grape may perform the following tasks:
- planning and coordinating the production and marketing of horticultural crops, from soil preparation to harvest, taking into account environmental and market factors
- planning crop production and selecting seeds, seedlings, bulbs and plant stock
- coordinating and developing strategies for cultivating, fertilising and watering to maintain optimal production, crop health and growing conditions
- organising farming operations and routines, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce
- planning and coordinating the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
- directing and overseeing general farming activities to maintain crop health by managing biosecurity and other risks and controlling pests and weeds
- planning and overseeing the provision and maintenance of infrastructure such as equipment, machinery, sheds and water supply systems and irrigation systems
- maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning production accordingly
- overseeing data collection and analysis and farm technology systems
- managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
- may select, train and supervise staff and contractors
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 2 DAMA regions
Wine Grape Grower (Reassigned from 121215 - Grape 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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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
