There are 3 different pathways available through this visa program :
Approval of a position to be filled by a foreign worker.
Confirms that the business has the financial capacity to employ the worker, that there is a genuine vacancy that could not be filled by an Australian first, that the position is on the approved list of occupations and that your nominated worker will earn the Australian market salary rate.
Approval of the individual to enter or remain in Australia indefinitely.
Confirms they meet the skill, English, health and character criteria to be granted a permanent visa for Australia.
Applicants may include their family under this visa.