Effectiveness of current temporary skilled visa system in targeting genuine skills shortages

Terms of Reference for the Inquiry

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To inquire into and report on:

The effectiveness of the current temporary skilled visa system in targeting genuine skills shortages, with particular reference to:

a. the interaction between the temporary skilled visa system and the system in place for training Australian workers, including how a skills shortage is determined;

b. the current skills assessment regime, including but not limited to, the correct application of ANZSCO codes and skills testing requirements;

c. the relationship between workers on skilled visas and other types of visas with work rights, including the rationale and impact of the 400 visa;

d. the effectiveness of the current labour market testing arrangements;

e. the adequacy of current skilled visa enforcement arrangements, with particular regard to wages and conditions and access to information about rights and protections;

f. the use and effectiveness of labour agreements; and

g. related matters

Source: Effectiveness-of-the-current-temporary-skilled-visa-system-in-targeting-genuine-skills-shortages.pdf