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Hire Overseas Workers Without Becoming a Sponsor

On-Hire Labour Agreement (OHLA)

Finding skilled workers in Australia is becoming increasingly difficult, especially in industries such as construction, mining, engineering, healthcare, logistics and technical industries.

But sponsoring overseas workers directly through the SID 482 Visa program can be complex, time-consuming and risky — especially for businesses without a Standard Business Sponsorship (SBS) or an Australian entity.

Accelerate simplifies the process through our On-Hire Labour Agreement (OHLA), allowing businesses to legally access overseas talent without managing sponsorship obligations internally.

What Is an On-Hire Labour Agreement?

An On-Hire Labour Agreement (OHLA) is a formal agreement with the Department of Home Affairs that allows approved organisations to sponsor skilled overseas workers and on-hire them to other businesses in Australia.

Unlike a traditional Standard Business Sponsorship (SBS), an OHLA allows businesses to access international workers without directly sponsoring them themselves.

This model is commonly used by:

  • labour hire companies
  • recruitment agencies
  • project-based employers
  • overseas businesses entering Australia
  • businesses experiencing ongoing skills shortages

Accelerate’s OHLA allows us to sponsor eligible workers under the SID 482 Visa program and legally place them into Australian businesses while managing compliance and employment obligations.

How An OHLA Works

1

Find Your Candidate

Once you’ve identified the talent you need, we’ll check their eligibility for the SID 482 Visa.
2

We Sponsor & Hire Them

If they’re eligible, we’ll nominate the candidate under our On-Hire Labour Agreement, manage the visa application process along with any additional information requests, and handle employment contracts, payroll, and compliance.
3

We On-Hire Them to You

Once everything is sorted, we on-hire the worker to your business, so you get the talent without the direct sponsorship obligations and admin burden.
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Who This Is For

Our On-Hire Labour Agreement (OHLA) solution is designed for Australian businesses that need access to skilled overseas workers without the complexity of managing sponsorship internally.

This service is ideal for:

  • Businesses without an SBS
    Access international talent without becoming a direct sponsor or managing ongoing visa obligations.
  • Overseas companies with no Australian entity
    Hire and manage workers in Australia without establishing a local business presence.
  • Recruitment agencies and labour hire providers
    Legally place and on-hire skilled international workers to clients through an established OHLA framework.
  • Mining, construction and infrastructure businesses
    Support major projects, shutdowns and ongoing workforce shortages with compliant access to overseas labour.
  • Engineering, manufacturing and technical industries
    Fill hard-to-source skilled positions faster when local talent pools are limited.
  • Regional and remote employers
    Access broader talent pools to help address persistent workforce shortages in regional Australia.
  • Businesses needing scalable workforce solutions
    Ideal for project-based work, rapid mobilisation requirements and businesses needing workforce flexibility.

Benefits of Using an On-Hire Labour Agreement

Hiring overseas workers through an OHLA gives businesses access to global talent without the administrative burden and compliance complexities of direct sponsorship.

No Standard Business Sponsorship Required

You can access skilled international workers without applying for and managing your own SBS.

Faster Access to Skilled Talent

Our established OHLA framework helps streamline the sponsorship and onboarding process, reducing delays when critical roles need to be filled quickly.

Reduced Compliance Risk

We manage visa sponsorship obligations, employment compliance, payroll and ongoing workforce administration, helping reduce risk for your business.

Workforce Flexibility

Ideal for project-based work, labour shortages, shutdowns and businesses needing scalable workforce solutions without long-term sponsorship commitments.

Access Overseas Talent Pools

Expand your recruitment reach beyond the Australian market to source skilled workers in high-demand industries and occupations.

Support for Overseas Businesses

Overseas companies can hire and manage workers in Australia without establishing a local Australian entity.

End-to-End Workforce Management

Beyond migration support, we also manage onboarding, employment contracts, payroll and worker administration to create a seamless experience for employers and workers alike.

Why Work With Us?

We Take the Risk, So You Don’t Have To

With over 25 years of experience, we eliminate the risks and complexities of international hiring.

Fast and Simple Process

A visa eligibility check is completed by a Migration Agent within minutes. We provide full compliance with Australian regulations

Real People, Real Support

Unlike many Migration agencies, we offer dedicated account managers, clear communication and a hands-on, hassle-free approach

Need more info? Check out our most frequently asked questions.

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Need Skilled Workers Fast?

Through our On-Hire Labour Agreement, we help Australian businesses access eligible overseas workers without the complexity of direct sponsorship.

Speak with our team to assess your candidate’s eligibility and explore the best migration pathway for your workforce needs.