The 2026 Occupation Shortage List Stakeholder Survey is now open.
Our stakeholders have on-the-ground knowledge and experience of industry recruitment activity and participation in this survey will improve the evidence we use to identify occupations in shortage.
The information we collect will provide us with insights into the recruitment challenges and occupations that might be in shortage across the Australian labour market. This annual process helps up to ensure the next Occupation Shortage List is based on comprehensive evidence.
The more groups that participate, the more valuable the data set is.
For a summary of the 2025 survey, see the 2025 snapshot and consultation timeline.
Contact us
If you would like to provide feedback, or would like to know more about the OSL process, email us at OccupationShortageList@jobsandskills.gov.au.
Open
January 20, 2026•10:00
Close
March 18, 2026•17:00
