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Roof Tiler – ANZSCO 333311

DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW

Roof Tiler

ANZSCO 333311

Roof Tiler (ANZSCO 333311) is available under selected DAMA arrangements. Participating regions, occupation conditions, concessions and employer-sponsored visa pathways may vary between DAMAs. Review the current regions and requirements below.

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Occupation guide

Occupation details and duties

Roof Tiler cover roofs with tiles, sheets and shingles to form a waterproof surface. Registration or licensing may be required.

Typical tasks and duties

Roof Tiler may perform the following tasks:

  • examine drawings, specifications and worksites to determine materials required
  • assess risks
  • erect ladders and tile elevators
  • erect and dismantle restricted-height scaffolding
  • place roofing underlays over eaves and secure them by nailing or stapling these to roofs
  • correctly space and nail wooden strips (battens) across the roof rafters on which the tiles or other roofing material will be placed
  • measure and cut roofing material to fit around vents, chimney edges and the hips and valleys of the roof
  • fix roof flashings (weatherproof covering)
  • fix the ridge caps and gable ends with cement mortar or tech screws
  • apply protective paint coating systems
  • clear the roof of debris upon job completion.

Employer-sponsored pathways

Possible DAMA pathways

Availability depends on the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, concessions, employer endorsement, nomination requirements and the applicant’s circumstances.

Skills in Demand visa subclass 482

A temporary employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an approved DAMA employer and applicable labour agreement arrangements.

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Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186

A permanent employer-sponsored pathway that may be available where the relevant DAMA agreement and nomination requirements permit it.

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Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa subclass 494

A provisional regional employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an endorsed employer in a participating DAMA region.

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DAMA availability

Occupation available in 4 DAMA regions

Roof Tiler is recorded as available in the DAMA regions listed below. Open a region card to review the relevant regional DAMA information.

Important notes

  • Inclusion on a DAMA occupation list does not guarantee employer sponsorship, endorsement, nomination or visa eligibility.
  • Occupation conditions, concessions and visa pathways vary between DAMAs and may change over time.

Check your options

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We can review the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, employer sponsorship and visa requirements.

Mohammad Reza Azimi

Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant

Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi

This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.

Last reviewed: July 2026

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