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
Food Technologist
ANZSCO 234212
Food Technologist (ANZSCO 234212) 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
Food Technologist develops new and improves existing food products, and sets standards for producing, packaging and marketing food.
Typical tasks and duties
Food Technologist may perform the following tasks:
- ensure safe and hygienic conditions are maintained during processing, storage and packaging of food
- check raw ingredients and processed food for nutritional value, safety and quality
- undertake basic and applied research into aspects of food processing, food preservation, food quality, food deterioration, packaging, storage and delivery
- check foods for colour, texture and taste to ensure products meet government regulations and standards
- develop and ensure food standards
- demonstrate products to clients
- develop new products and devise the techniques needed to produce these foods and maintain quality during storage
- supervise cleaning and maintenance of machinery used in food processing
- compare products with those of other brands and participate in surveys that provide information to management about new products and market trends
- supervise the transportation of foodstuffs such as fruit, vegetables and milk, as well as inspect for spoilage and quality deterioration
- develop quality control procedures for the manufacture of products in plants or factories
- analyse results and experimental data
- supervise and coordinate the work of technicians.
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 3 DAMA regions
Food Technologist 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
