Regional Certifying Body
The role of a Regional Certifying Body (RCB) is to act as a source of assistance for employers to sponsor permanent skilled workers under the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS). Through knowledge of the local labour market, Regional Certifying Bodies (RCBs) certify a nomination before it is submitted to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) for approval.
Chamber of Commerce & Industry Queensland is gazetted as a Regional Certifying Body in the following geographic locations;
The RSMS process
The RSMS process consists of three distinct stages:
1. certification of nominations/vacancy (by a certifying body);
2. nomination by the employer is assessed by DIAC; and
3. nominee's application for a visa.
Employers wishing Chamber of Commerce & Industry Queensland to certify their sponsorship application must provide the following information:
1. 457 application - 1196 nomination form (PDF), or 1196R for electronic applications, or; RSMS applications - Form 1054 (PDF);
2. evidence that the position that the application is being sought, cannot otherwise be reasonably filled locally;
3. evidence that the position that the application is being sought is necessary to the operations of the applicants business;
4. evidence that the position description aligns with the position wishing to be filled;
5. evidence that the employment conditions, including remuneration being offered for the position, at least accord with levels provided for in Australian legislation and awards.
Assistance
Chamber of Commerce & Industry Queensland hosts an Outreach Officer from the Department of Immigration and Citizenship, Glenda Hutch, who can provide information and general assistance in regard to Australian visa matters. Glenda can be contacted via the details below:
e: ghutch@cciq.com.au
Related links
Further information for employers wishing to the access Regional Migration Program can be obtained from your nearest Chamber of Commerce & Industry Queensland regional office or by visiting the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.