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 moreHelicopter Pilot – ANZSCO 231114
DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW
Helicopter Pilot
ANZSCO 231114
Helicopter Pilot (ANZSCO 231114) 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
Helicopter Pilot flies helicopters to transport passengers, mail or freight, or provide agricultural, aviation or aerial surveillance services. Registration or licensing is required.
Typical tasks and duties
Helicopter Pilot may perform the following tasks:
- prepare flight plans based on weather forecasts and operational information
- make sure aircraft are properly loaded for a safe and efficient flight
- check fuel requirements and fuel quantities prior to flight
- check on the maintenance status of aircraft prior to flight
- conduct checks of flight controls, instruments and aircraft engines
- fly aircraft according to established operating and safety procedures under a range of flight conditions, including extreme weather and emergency situations
- make sure that passengers are correctly informed of emergency procedures, and maintain care of passengers
- provide passengers with information and weather details
- take bookings, load aircraft and generally assist in the promotion and running of the company.
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 1 DAMA region
Helicopter Pilot 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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Helicopter Pilot historical SkillSelect report
The current PointsView report includes historical SkillSelect data through June 2026 for ANZSCO 231114.
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Historical information does not predict invitations, visa outcomes or migration eligibility.
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
