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Cabinetmaker

ANZSCO: 394111 | MLTSSL Migration Pathway

$60k – $85k Avg Salary (AUD)
High Job Security
MLTSSL Visa Eligibility
TRA Assessing Body

PR Pathway Overview

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Pathway Insights: Most applicants aim for 80+ points. Regional Advantage: Studying or working in regional Australia provides a significant advantage and grants an additional +5 points to your total. The estimated total timeline from course commencement to permanent residency grant is typically 4 to 6 years.

Occupation Overview

Entry Req.: Year 12 completion (or equivalent); IELTS 5.5 overall (no band less than 5.0).

Intakes: February and July.

Required Qualification: Certificate III in Cabinet Making (AQF Level 3).

Course Detail: Typically packaged over 104 weeks (2 years) for international students | indicative AUD $26,400 total cost.

Job Security: ★★★★★ (High – sustained demand in residential construction).

Business Opportunities: Excellent potential for specialized contractors in kitchen, bathroom, and commercial fit-outs.

Skills Assessment: Fully assessed by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA).

Cabinetmaker at work

Job Description & Training

Core Role: Cabinetmakers fabricate and repair wooden furniture, and fit and assemble prepared wooden parts to make furniture. They utilize a mix of traditional hand tools and modern CNC machinery.

Industry Insights: As an MLTSSL-listed trade, Cabinetmakers have full access to flexible residency pathways. The renovation market and commercial fit-out sector make this a highly stable occupation.

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Simple 4 Step Process

1

Enrol to a Course

Firstly, you must enrol in the right course/courses – one that trains you for a position on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).

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2

Apply for 485 visa

After graduation, you may be eligible to apply for a temporary work visa called the 485 Graduate Visa.

3

Undertake a Full Skill Assessment

Most trade occupations undertake the Job Ready Program assessed by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA), which involves 12-months of paid work experience.

4

Apply for 189, 190, 491 visas

Finally... you may be eligible to apply for General Skilled Migration Visas: The Skilled Independent (Subclass 189), State Nominated (Subclass 190) or Regional Nominated (Subclass 491) Visas.

Visa & PR Pathways

Skilled Independent

Subclass 189
  • Direct Permanent Residency
  • Points-based selection
  • No sponsorship required

Skilled Nominated

Subclass 190
  • Permanent Residency
  • State/Territory nominated
  • +5 Points for nomination

Regional Skilled

Subclass 491
  • 5-year provisional visa
  • +15 Points for Regional
  • Pathway to 191 Permanent Residency

Employer Sponsored

Subclass 482
  • Temporary Skill Shortage
  • Medium-term stream
  • Sponsorship by fit-out firms

Regional Employer

Subclass 494
  • Regional Employer Sponsored
  • Priority regional processing
  • Direct PR pathway available

MLTSSL Status grants full access to all PR-eligible visa streams.

Frequently Asked Questions

Course entry requirements?

For international students, standard entry requirements generally include the successful completion of Year 12 (or equivalent) and an English proficiency score equivalent to IELTS 5.5 overall (with no band less than 5.0).

Course intakes?

Most Australian institutions offering Cabinet Making courses have their major intakes in February and July, although some vocational colleges may offer rolling start dates throughout the year.

Course duration?

For international students, packaged courses culminating in a Certificate III in Cabinet Making typically take 24 months (104 weeks) of full-time study to meet the Australian Study Requirement.

Does studying regionally add points?

Yes. By completing your studies and living in a designated regional area of Australia, you will be awarded an additional +5 points towards your overall General Skilled Migration points score.

Is the Cabinetmaker role in demand?

Yes, Cabinetmaking is on the MLTSSL. There is a strong and continuous demand across the country due to robust residential property markets, new housing construction, and commercial fit-outs.

Do I need a license/registration to work?

You will generally need a White Card to work on construction sites. Additionally, depending on your state and the scope of work (e.g., installing fixed cabinetry like kitchens), you may need specific trade contractor licensing (such as through the QBCC in Queensland or Fair Trading in NSW).

What is the average salary expectation?

Qualified Cabinetmakers in Australia typically earn an average salary ranging between $60,000 and $85,000 AUD per year, depending on their level of experience, state, and specific employer.

What visa pathways are available?

Because Cabinetmaker is on the MLTSSL, you have access to excellent PR pathways including the Subclass 189, the State Nominated Subclass 190, and the Regional Subclass 491 visas.

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