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Sponsor Skilled Overseas Workers for Third-Party Assignments

The On-hire Industry Labour Agreement allows Australian labour hire companies and on-hire agencies to sponsor skilled overseas workers on a temporary basis and assign them to work for third-party clients.
You must remain the direct employer—responsible for pay, conditions, and compliance—even while the worker is placed elsewhere.
All terms and conditions are set and non-negotiable.

Visa Option

You can sponsor workers for the:

Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)
(Periods up to 4 years for eligible occupations)

Eligible Occupations

Any occupation on the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) eligible skilled occupation list
Worker must complete the tasks of the nominated Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) role.

Employment & Salary Requirements

All workers must be employed full-time by you (the on-hire company), not by the third party.
You must pay them directly—even while placed with a client.
Annual earnings must be:
- At least 20% above the TSMIT (Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold)
  - (e.g. TSMIT 2025: $76,515 × 1.2 = $91,818 minimum annual salary)
- Not less than what an Australian in the same role at your company would be paid
- Calculated for a standard 38-hour week

English Language Requirements

Worker must meet the English language requirements of the short-term stream of the 482 visa (typically IELTS 5.0 overall, at least 4.5 in each band, or equivalent)

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Worker must meet the skills, qualifications, and experience requirements of the 482 visa for the nominated occupation (usually 2 years’ relevant experience, suitable qualifications, and, where required, skills assessment)

Labour Market Testing

You must provide evidence of labour market testing (LMT) with your agreement application (proof you advertised the role locally and could not find a suitable Australian)

Contracts & Compliance

Submit signed contracts between you and:
- The skilled overseas worker, and
- The third-party host business where the worker will be placed
You remain responsible for compliance with Fair Work and migration laws, including pay, superannuation, WHS, and visa conditions, for the full employment period.

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Find answers to common questions about our Labour Agreement services and processes. If you need further assistance, please contact us.

Who can use the On-hire Industry Labour Agreement?

Labour hire and on-hire agencies that remain the legal employer of the worker and place them with third-party clients.

Which occupations are eligible?

Any role on the Skills in Demand (482) visa occupation list.

What is the minimum salary?

At least 20% above TSMIT, and not less than what an Australian earns in your company.

Can I pay the worker through the host company?

No—only the on-hire agency (sponsor) can pay the worker.

Is part-time or casual work allowed?

No—full-time employment only.