2022 Skills Priority List Key Findings Report

The Skills Priority List (SPL) provides a detailed view of occupations in shortage, nationally, and by state and territory, as well as the future demand for occupations in Australia. The list is a single source of intelligence on occupations in shortage. While the SPL helps inform advice on the targeting of policy initiatives, it is important to note that it is not the only input into any such advice.

This Key Findings Report provides readers with a high-level overview of results from the 2022 SPL, focussing on the themes that emerged during its production. A common pattern uncovered was that occupation shortages were most acute in Professional occupations, requiring higher level qualifications and experience, and Skill Level 3 occupations among Technicians and Trades Workers.