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Sponsor Overseas Senior Stockpersons (Piggery) for Your Business

The Pork Industry Labour Agreement allows Australian piggery businesses to sponsor skilled overseas workers in the occupation of Senior Stockperson (Piggery) for up to 4 years (temporary) and/or permanent residence. All terms and conditions are fixed and non-negotiable. Some concessions vary by visa subclass and business location.

Eligible Occupation

Senior Stockperson (Piggery)
(No ANZSCO code—use 070499 for nomination)

Visa Options

You can sponsor for:

Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa (subclass 494)
Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) (after three years on 482/494)

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Senior Stockpersons (Piggery) may:

Supervise site, staff, equipment, safety, and consumables
Oversee quality assurance programs and documentation
Supervise data collection, inventory control, and maintenance
Select breeding stock and/or pigs for sale
Supervise and participate in daily livestock inspections, feeding, watering, and animal health management
Euthanise animals humanely; conduct post mortems and report findings
Manage artificial insemination and birthing processes
Supervise animal health, ensure welfare standards, and implement training
Perform any other duties as required by management

English Language Requirements

482 visa:
Meet English for the short-term stream (typically IELTS 5.0 overall, no minimum band, or equivalent)
186/494 visas:
IELTS 5.0 overall, minimum 4.5 in each band, or equivalent
Workers with 5+ years of full-time English-medium study may also be eligible

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

To qualify as a Senior Stockperson (Piggery), overseas workers must have:

Option 1:
AQF Certificate III in Agriculture (Pig Production) or equivalent
plus 3 years recent, relevant work experience in a medium-to-large commercial piggery
Option 2:
AQF Certificate III in Agriculture (Pig Production) and at least 18 months relevant Australian work experience
Option 3:
5 years’ recent and relevant work experience

The same work experience can count for both occupation and visa eligibility requirements. Minimum experience may vary depending on business location and visa subclass.

Salary & Employment Conditions

Meet salary requirements for 482, 494, and 186 visas
In Category 3 regional locations: minimum earnings may be 90% of TSMIT
All sponsored workers must be employed full-time
If equivalent Australians are paid more, you must top up the overseas worker’s pay accordingly

Age Requirements

No age limit for 482 visa
186/494 visas:
- Category 1: Standard age limits (usually under 45)
- Category 2/3: Under 55 years at time of application

How to Apply

Check your business and worker eligibility
Nominate Senior Stockperson (Piggery) (code 070499)
Prepare evidence: skills/experience, compliance, LMT, contracts, pay rates
Apply via ImmiAccount under the Pork Industry Labour Agreement
Sponsor full-time skilled workers for the relevant visa

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FAQ

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

Which occupation is eligible?

Only Senior Stockperson (Piggery), code 070499.

What visas are available?

482, 494, and 186 (after three years on a transitional pathway).

Are there regional concessions?

Yes, English, salary, and age concessions may apply for regional businesses.

What experience or qualifications are required?

See above—AQF Certificate III (Pig Production) and relevant experience, or 5 years’ work in a medium/large piggery.

Is part-time work allowed?

No—full-time employment is required.