Australia Skilled Migration Guide – Updated June 2026
FLOOR FINISHER | ANZSCO 332111
Are you a skilled Floor Finisher considering Australia as your next home? In 2026, Australia's booming residential and commercial construction sector means Floor Finishers are in consistent, high demand across all states and territories. With new homes, commercial builds, schools, and aged care facilities being constructed at record rates, the need for qualified flooring professionals has never been greater.
Under ANZSCO 332111, Floor Finishers have access to Australia's General Skilled Migration (GSM) program, offering pathways to both provisional and permanent residency. This fully updated June 2026 guide covers the complete migration roadmap — from TRA skills assessment to visa subclasses, occupation lists, state nomination, and salary expectations.
OCCUPATION SNAPSHOT – QUICK REFERENCE TABLE
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Occupation Title | Floor Finisher |
| ANZSCO Code | 332111 |
| ANZSCO Unit Group | 3321 – Floor Finishers |
| Skill Level | 3 (AQF Certificate III or equivalent) |
| Assessment Authority | Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) |
| Occupation Lists (2026) | MLTSSL, CSOL |
| Points Test Applicable | Yes |
| Licensing Required | May be required (State/Territory based) |
| Industry Sector | Building & Construction / Flooring |
| Specialisations | Carpet Layer, Parquetry Layer, Timber Floor Finisher, Resilient Flooring |
| Updated | June 2026 |
ANZSCO 332111
WHAT DOES A FLOOR FINISHER DO?
A Floor Finisher under ANZSCO 332111 measures, cuts, installs, and repairs carpet, timber, vinyl, resilient resin, and concrete floor coverings in residential and commercial buildings. According to ANZSCO 2022, the scope of this occupation was expanded to include resin and concrete floor work. Key duties include:
- Measuring floor areas and calculating required quantities of materials
- Preparing subfloor surfaces: cleaning, levelling, sanding, and priming
- Removing existing floor coverings, baseboard trims, and underlay
- Measuring, cutting, and fixing underlay materials
- Laying carpets, linoleum, parquetry blocks, cork tiles, vinyl planks, and resilient materials
- Matching patterns, cutting shapes around fixtures, and trimming edges
- Securing floor coverings and fitting edge trims in doorways
- Sanding, staining, and applying protective coatings to timber floors
- Mixing and applying resin flooring systems (epoxy, polyurethane)
- Polishing and finishing concrete floors
- Installing wall, ceiling, counter, and bench coverings (where applicable)
- Repairing damaged or worn flooring in residential and commercial properties
Specialisations include: Carpet Layer, Parquetry Layer, Timber Floor Sander/Finisher, Vinyl Plank Installer, Epoxy/Resin Floor Applicator.
Skills Assessment
SKILLS ASSESSMENT – TRADES RECOGNITION AUSTRALIA (TRA)
| Assessment Body | Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) |
|---|---|
| Programs Available |
Migration Skills Assessment (MSA) Offshore Skills Assessment (OSAP) |
| Pathways |
Pathway 1 – No Australian qualification Pathway 2 – With overseas qualification |
| Minimum Work Experience | 3 years (full-time, directly relevant) |
| Qualification Required | AQF Certificate III (Flooring) or equiv. |
| Technical Assessment | Yes – interview + practical in English |
| Interpreter Policy | NOT permitted in any assessment |
| Priority Processing (2026) |
YES – construction trades prioritised 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2026 |
TRA PATHWAYS:
TRA PATHWAY 1 – No Australian Qualification:
- Step 1: Find a TRA-approved RTO using TRA's RTO Finder tool
- Step 2: Prepare and submit decision-ready documentary evidence:
- – Identity documents (passport)
- – Overseas trade certificate or qualification
- – Employment reference letters
- – Supporting employment evidence
- Step 3: Attend a technical assessment conducted by a qualified Australian trades assessor (Assessment entirely in English; no interpreters permitted)
- Step 4: TRA issues your Migration Skills Assessment outcome letter
TRA PATHWAY 2 – With Overseas Qualification Equivalent to AQF III:
- Step 1: Apply via TRA online portal with certified qualification documents
- Step 2: Submit detailed employment references (employer, role, duties, dates, hours/week)
- Step 3: TRA assesses qualification equivalency using international frameworks
- Step 4: Skills gap assessment or technical interview may be required
DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST:
- Valid passport (certified copy)
- Trade certificate/diploma in Flooring, Carpet Laying, Parquetry, or equivalent (certified English translation required if not in English)
- Employment reference letters (must include: employer name, your role, employment dates, weekly hours worked, specific duties performed)
- Supporting work evidence: payslips, tax records, work permits, insurance
- Any trade licensing or registration certificates held
- TRA application form (completed)
- Application fee payment (check current fee at tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au)
Eligible Visas
VISA SUBCLASS OPTIONS – TABLE
| Visa Subclass | Visa Name | Type | Occupation List |
|---|---|---|---|
| 189 | Skilled Independent | Permanent | MLTSSL |
| 190 | Skilled Nominated | Permanent | MLTSSL / SOL |
| 491 | Skilled Work Regional (Prov.) | Prov. | MLTSSL / ROL |
| 186 DE | Employer Nomination Scheme | Permanent | Any |
| 186 TRT | ENS Transition Stream | Permanent | MLTSSL |
| 482 SID | Temporary Skill Shortage | Temp. | CSOL |
| 494 | Skilled Employer Sponsored | Prov. | ROL |
| 191 | Permanent Residence Regional | Permanent | (from 491/494) |
VISA PATHWAY NOTES:
- 189: Entirely points-based; no sponsor; permanent residency; most competitive
- 190: State-sponsored; +5 bonus points; permanent residency
- 491: Regional focus; +15 bonus points; after 3 years → Subclass 191 PR
- 482 SID: Employer-sponsored; temporary 2–4 years; pathway to 186 TRT permanent
- 186 DE: Employer-sponsored permanent; no points test required
- 494: Regional employer-sponsored; 5-year provisional; pathway to 191 PR
Occupation Lists
OCCUPATION LISTS – STATUS (JUNE 2026)
| Occupation List | Status | Visa Access |
|---|---|---|
| MLTSSL | YES | 189, 190, 491, 186 TRT, 186 DE, 494 |
| CSOL | YES | 482 Skills in Demand (SID) visa |
| State Occ. Lists | VARIES | Check individual state lists each program year |
MLTSSL listing ensures Floor Finishers have access to Australia's broadest and most valuable permanent migration pathways.
Migration Points
POINTS TEST BREAKDOWN
| Factor | Points |
|---|---|
| Age 25–32 | 30 |
| Age 33–39 | 25 |
| Age 40–44 | 15 |
| Age 45–49 | 0 |
| Superior English (IELTS 8.0 each) | 20 |
| Proficient English (IELTS 7.0 each) | 10 |
| Competent English (IELTS 6.0 each) | 0 (minimum) |
| Overseas experience 8–10 years | 20 |
| Overseas experience 5–8 years | 15 |
| Overseas experience 3–5 years | 10 |
| Overseas experience 1–3 years | 5 |
| Australian experience 8–10 years | 20 |
| Australian experience 5–8 years | 15 |
| Australian experience 3–5 years | 10 |
| Australian experience 1–3 years | 5 |
| State nomination (190 visa) | +5 |
| Regional nomination (491 visa) | +15 |
| Specialist education qualification | 10 |
| Australian study requirement (2 yrs) | 5 |
| Accredited community language | 5 |
| Professional Year in Australia | 5 |
| Partner skills assessment | 5 or 10 |
Minimum required: 65 points
Competitive range (2025-2026): 70–85+ points
State Nominations
STATE NOMINATION OPTIONS (JUNE 2026)
| State/Territory | SC190 | SC491 | Notes (June 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NSW | YES | YES | Available on NSW SOL |
| Victoria | YES | YES | Regional 491 strong; check VIC list |
| Queensland | YES | YES | Offshore skilled list updated Sept 2025 |
| Western Australia | YES | YES |
WASMOL Schedule 2 – Building & Const. IELTS 6.0 required in all 4 bands 190 Quota 2025-26: 1,000 places 491 Quota 2025-26: 1,000 places |
| South Australia | YES | YES | SA skilled list 2025-26 active |
| Tasmania | YES | YES |
15-month employment pathway; strict reqs 2-year commitment in same industry sector |
| ACT | YES | YES | Canberra Matrix; 6+ months ACT residency |
| Northern Territory | YES | YES | Regional; lower competition; high demand |
Language Proficiency
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
| Visa Subclass | Level Required | IELTS Score |
|---|---|---|
| 189 | Competent English | 6.0 in each band |
| 190 | Competent English | 6.0 in each band |
| 491 | Competent English | 6.0 in each band |
| 186 DE | Competent English | 6.0 in each band |
| 482 SID | Competent English | 5.0 overall (IELTS) |
| WA Nomination | 6.0 in all 4 bands | IELTS / PTE / TOEFL / OET |
Accepted tests: IELTS Academic/GT, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge C1 Advanced, OET
Exempt countries: UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, New Zealand (for most subclasses)
Licensing & Registration
LICENSING IN AUSTRALIA
Licensing requirements for Floor Finishers vary by state and the type of work:
- NSW: Contractor Licence (Flooring) – NSW Fair Trading (required for residential work)
- VIC: Domestic Builder (Unlimited/Limited) – Victorian Building Authority (for certain works)
- QLD: Trade Contractor (Flooring) – QBCC (for residential building work)
- WA: Building Services Licence – Building and Energy, DMIRS
- SA: Building Work Contractor – Consumer and Business Services (where applicable)
- TAS: Licence may be required for building work – Office of the Building Regulator
- ACT: Contractor Licence – Access Canberra
- NT: Building Practitioner Registration – NT Building Practitioners Board
Note: Some flooring work (e.g., carpet laying in commercial spaces) may not require a builder's licence, while waterproofed wet area installations or structural subfloor work typically do. Always confirm with the relevant state authority.
Salary Insights
SALARY EXPECTATIONS IN AUSTRALIA (2026)
| Experience Level | Annual Salary (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Qualified Floor Finisher | $60,000 – $80,000 |
| Experienced Floor Finisher | $80,000 – $105,000 |
| Senior / Leading Hand | $100,000 – $125,000 |
| Self-employed Contractor (ABN) | $110,000 – $180,000+ |
Floor Finishers specialising in high-end timber flooring, epoxy resin systems, or polished concrete can command premium rates in NSW, VIC, and WA luxury residential and commercial markets.
Market Demand
WHY AUSTRALIA NEEDS FLOOR FINISHERS IN 2026
Floor Finishers are in active shortage across Australia in 2026 due to:
- Record residential housing construction from the National Housing Accord target (1.2M homes)
- Growing preference for engineered timber, luxury vinyl plank, and polished concrete in new builds
- Commercial renovation and fit-out projects (offices, retail centres, hotels, aged care)
- School, hospital, and government infrastructure programs in all states
- Growing demand for epoxy and resin flooring in industrial and commercial settings
- Decline in domestic apprenticeship completions in flooring trades
Migration Services
HOW MIGRATION REPUBLIC CAN HELP YOU
Migrating to Australia as a Floor Finisher is a step-by-step process — TRA skills assessment, Expression of Interest, state nomination, and visa application. Each step requires careful attention to detail. Migration Republic's registered migration agents are specialists in trade occupation migration and are ready to guide you from assessment to arrival.
We provide:
- Free ANZSCO 332111 eligibility assessment
- TRA assessment pathway advice — which program suits you
- Document preparation support (employment references, qualification certification)
- Points test analysis — how to maximise your score
- State nomination strategy tailored to your profile
- EOI lodgement and ongoing SkillSelect management
- End-to-end visa application management
- Family visa inclusion for partner and dependants
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FAQs – FLOOR FINISHER ANZSCO 332111
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