Is Security Consultant in shortage in Australia?

As of 2026-04-26, Jobs and Skills Australia rates Security Consultant as "No shortage" on the national Skills Priority List. 66,800 Security Consultant are currently employed across Australia.

How much do Security Consultant earn in Australia?

Median full-time earnings for Security Consultant are A$1,818 per week, or approximately A$94,536 per year. Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, refreshed 2026-04-26.

Which Australian visas am I eligible to apply for as a Security Consultant?

Security Consultant (ANZSCO 442216) is eligible for the following visa subclasses: 494. It appears on the ROL occupation list.

Who assesses Security Consultant skills for Australian migration?

Skills assessment for Security Consultant (ANZSCO 442216) is conducted by Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services.

Does Security Consultant require registration or licensing in Australia?

Registration or licensing may be required for Security Consultant, but only for specific scopes of practice. Most general work in this occupation does not require licensing.

Where in Australia do most Security Consultant work?

The top three Statistical Area Level 4 (SA4) regions for Security Consultant employment are: Melbourne - West, Melbourne - North West, Melbourne - South East. Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics labour-force survey via Jobs and Skills Australia.

Is Security Consultant on the MLTSSL or CSOL?

Security Consultant (ANZSCO 442216) is currently listed on the ROL. List membership controls which permanent and provisional skilled visas the occupation is eligible for.

What qualifications do I need to work as a Security Consultant in Australia?

The most common qualification held by working Security Consultant is Certificate III/IV (24% of the workforce). Specific skills assessment evidence requirements depend on the assessing authority.

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ANZSCO442216 OSCA 20244522373Skill LevelROLNo ShortageJSARegistration May Apply

Security
Consultant

Advises clients on security requirements, and recommends and designs security specifications. Registration or licensing may be required.

Chapter I

The occupation

“SECURITY OFFICERS AND GUARDS provide security and investigative services to organisations and individuals.”
Unit Group 4422 Security Officers and Guards · ABS ANZSCO

Specialisations

None listed under ANZSCO 442216.

Entry route to Skills and Qualification Requirements

AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services· Skill assessment required

Chapter II

Your visa pathways

Eligible

DHA-recognised
visa pathways

Occupation lists

ROL

Classifications

2013

Assessed by

VETASSESS

Permanent Residence

Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency

494

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional)

Employer sponsored stream

ANZSCO 2013VETASSESS75%: 7 months·90%: 13 months

Skilled Regional (Provisional)

Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191

Not eligible

No skilled regional (provisional) pathway currently open.

Temporary Work & Training

Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway

Not eligible

No temporary work & training pathway currently open.

Chapter III

State & territory nominations

Choose a state to view nomination criteria, place allocations, and recent invitation rounds.

New South Wales

Sydney

Visit migration portal

2023-24

4,150

2024-25

5,000

2025-26

3,600

SC 190Not currently available

Skilled Nominated Stream

2025–26 places2,100

Key requirements & pathways

›New South Wales 190 Visa NSW Regional areas 491 Visa Pathway 1 (Stream A) Pathway 2 (Stream B) Pathway 3

SC 491Not currently available

Regional (Provisional) Stream

2025–26 places1,500

Key requirements & pathways

›NSW Regional areas 491 Visa Pathway 1 (Stream A) Pathway 2 (Stream B) Pathway 3

Chapter IV

Expression of Interest (EOI Data)

A snapshot of how many people are competing for this occupation right now. Tap “View full EOI insights” for wait-time estimates, state-by-state difficulty, peer comparisons and cohort tracking.

Chapter V

Tasks & duties

Your employment history should align with these ANZSCO-defined tasks. VETASSESS looks for demonstrable experience in at least five.

patrolling property and checking doors, windows and gates for unauthorised entry
watching for irregularities such as fire hazards, malfunctions of machines and equipment, lights left on, leaking water pipes and unlocked security doors
issuing security passes to authorised visitors and giving directions
monitoring alarms and contacting supervisors, police and fire brigades by radio or phone if security is breached or fire is detected
picking up and ensuring the safe delivery of cash, payrolls and valuables
operating coin and currency counting machines, and carrying out cash counting and packaging functions
maintaining order at venues where there are large gatherings of people
conducting investigations for clients and preparing evidence for court proceedings
detecting and investigating theft and other unlawful acts carried out in retail establishments
advising clients on security requirements and designing security specifications

Chapter VI

Skills assessment

VOCA

Assessing Authority

Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services

Visit Vocational Education and Training Assessment Servicesvetassess.com.au

Lodge application

Online Application

Assessment fees

Within Australia Standard AUD 1177.00, Fast Track AUD 886.60 (Plus Standard), Outside Australia Standard AUD 1070.00, Fast Track AUD 806.00 (Plus Standard)

Processing

The approximate time is between 12 and 20 weeks

Outcome letter

Valid for 3 years for DHA lodgement

Step-by-step guide Document checklist Fees breakdown

Chapter VII

Labour market

A quick read on workforce size, pay and demand.

Jobs and Skills Australia

Workforce, pay and demand at a glance

Full insights

Workforce

66,800

employed nationally

Growth

+4.0%

benchmark +1.5%

Median pay

$1,818

per week

Shortage

No shortage

Skills Priority List

ANZSCO 442216Median age 3917% female workforceTop qualification: Certificate III/IV (24%)Refreshed 2026-04-26

Your route to PR

Six steps from this page to a granted visa

Personalised for Security Consultant (ANZSCO 442216). Estimated pathway timeline: up to 24 months.

Total timelineUp to 24 months

START

VERIFY

ASSESS

ENGLISH

EOI

INVITE

LODGE

ANZSCO code & lists

On ROL · Skill Level 3

Skills assessment (VETASSESS)

Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services

Open tool

Test & maximise points

Target ≥85 pts · English up to 20 pts

Open tool

Submit Expression of Interest

Submit through SkillSelect

Open tool

Await invitation / nomination

8 states: NSW, VIC, QLD, SA…

Open tool

Lodge visa & await grant

60 days to lodge · SC 189 DHA processing

Not sure which pathway fits you? Book a free 30-minute consultation with an OMARA-registered agent.

OMARA registeredFree 30-minute call98% case success · 2018–2026

Run Eligibility Check Book Consultation

ANZSCO442216 OSCA 20244522373Skill LevelROLNo ShortageJSARegistration May Apply

Security
Consultant

Advises clients on security requirements, and recommends and designs security specifications. Registration or licensing may be required.

Chapter I

The occupation

“SECURITY OFFICERS AND GUARDS provide security and investigative services to organisations and individuals.”
Unit Group 4422 Security Officers and Guards · ABS ANZSCO

Specialisations

None listed under ANZSCO 442216.

Entry route to Skills and Qualification Requirements

AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services· Skill assessment required

Chapter II

Your visa pathways

Eligible

DHA-recognised
visa pathways

Occupation lists

ROL

Classifications

2013

Assessed by

VETASSESS

Permanent Residence

Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency

494

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional)

Employer sponsored stream

ANZSCO 2013VETASSESS75%: 7 months·90%: 13 months

Skilled Regional (Provisional)

Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191

Not eligible

No skilled regional (provisional) pathway currently open.

Temporary Work & Training

Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway

Not eligible

No temporary work & training pathway currently open.

Chapter III