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What roles require a TRA (Trades Recognition Australia) skills assessment?

If you are applying from the for certain trade occupations, you may be required to complete a TRA skills assessment before proceeding with your application.

If you are applying from the Philippines, certain occupations require a Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) skills assessment before your visa application can proceed, unless an exception applies. TRA is the Australian Government body responsible for assessing the skills of tradespeople trained outside Australia.

The following roles require a TRA skills assessment:

  • Automotive Electrician
  • Baker
  • Cabinetmaker
  • Carpenter
  • Carpenter and Joiner
  • Chef
  • Cook
  • Diesel Motor Mechanic
  • Electrician (General)
  • Electrician (Special Class)
  • Fitter (General)
  • Fitter and Turner
  • Fitter-Welder
  • Joiner
  • Metal Fabricator
  • Metal Fitters and Machinists (nec)
  • Metal Machinist (First Class)
  • Motor Mechanic (General)
  • Panelbeater
  • Pastrycook
  • Program or Project Administrator
  • Sheetmetal Trades Worker
  • Specialist Managers (nec) (excluding Ambassador, Archbishop, and Bishop)
  • Toolmaker
  • Welder (First Class)

Note: This requirement is governed by the Australia–Philippines labour arrangement. The occupation list is subject to change — your Cirrus Recruiter will always have the most current information.

What does this mean for you?

If your occupation is listed above, you will be required to complete a TRA skills assessment before your visa application can proceed, unless a specific exception applies to your situation.

Your Cirrus Recruiter will advise you whether this requirement applies to your role and guide you through the next steps, including how to initiate the TRA skills assessment process.

If you are unsure whether you need a TRA skills assessment, please contact your Cirrus Recruiter for clarification.