Tribunal Member

Main tasks

• Conducts hearings and listens to arguments and evidence presented by parties involved in disputes
• Interprets and applies relevant laws, regulations and policies to make decisions on disputes
• Reviews and analyses evidence and legal arguments to determine the merits of each case
• Conducts research and gathers information to support decision-making
• Facilitates and mediates negotiations between parties to encourage settlement
• Writes and delivers decisions and rulings on disputes
• Exercises arbitral powers if resolution is not achieved or seems improbable through conciliation

State nomination

Each state nominates different occupations for the 190 and 491 visas.