Engineers in Australia are incredibly in demand, which allows them to count on good working conditions and high wages. However, employment for a foreign specialist provides for the procedure of nostrification, visa application and other actions necessary for legal work.
Content of the material
- Requirements for candidates
- IELTS Test
- Writing a resume
- Applying
- Wages and working conditions
Requirements for candidates
Planning to get a job in Australia as an engineer, the candidate must have a sufficient level of qualification to work in the chosen specialty, a visa of the required category, as well as confirmation of a diploma. The local occupational immigration program stipulates that he must choose among the many options available.
The most popular from employers are:
- Mining engineers, geotechnicians.
- Electrical engineers.
- Engineers of civil structures, building structures.
- Oil workers and chemical equipment engineers.
- Mechanical engineers.
Each profession provides a special identification code, which is indicated everywhere in the papers and allows you to quickly determine its name. In order for the employment procedure to be completed successfully, it is necessary to prepare the following documents in advance:
- A new application form, which can be downloaded from the official website.
- Copies of documents confirming the qualifications and specialty of the applicant, including inserts and annexes, translated and notarized by a notary.
- IELTS language exam certificate.
- A resume detailing work experience as well as three career episodes.
- A copy of the internal and foreign passport.
- Two photos.
To Russians,
Russian-language documents must be translated into English by a licensed translator. This can be done both on the territory of the Russian Federation and by ordering this kind of services from authorized Australian organizations. The second option significantly increases the costs of the applicant.
IELTS Test
Applicants who speak English at a level confirmed by IELTS can apply for the right to work in Australia. It is an international system of tests that allows you to objectively assess the knowledge of English in non-native speakers.
The test is a comprehensive test of the candidate’s knowledge, which is carried out in several stages:
- listening;
- reading;
- writing;
- speaking.
The total time during which the exam lasts is about three hours (it is recommended to bring a bottle of water with you). In each of the disciplines, the applicant must receive a grade of at least 6.0. Otherwise, there is an extremely high probability of refusal to obtain a visa under a professional program.
Upon successful completion of the exam, a special certificate is issued, which reflects the success of the examinee in each subject.
For convenience, the entire exam is divided into two main parts. The first involves passing the first three subjects, and the second is a conversation test. Its date is set after the successful completion of the first three tests.
Writing a resume
One of the most important documents that you will need to submit for successful work as an engineer in Australia is a resume. It is drawn up by the applicant independently and must include detailed information about professional activities: the name of the companies and years of work in them, a list of professional duties that the employee performed.
In addition, the correct description of three career episodes is of great importance, which often causes bewilderment among applicants. The applicant is expected to describe in detail three situations that demonstrate their ability in their chosen field of activity, ability to work in a team, or other professional skills.
All documents must be filled out in English. As proof of experience, representatives of EA, the agency responsible for the immigration of foreign engineers in the professional program, request a certificate from the tax authority. It will take at least two weeks to receive it, and therefore it is advisable to order the document in advance.
Applying
Since it is impossible to obtain a visa without appropriate confirmation from the Engineers of Australia, it is necessary to send the collected documentation to the department using the services of intermediaries. For this purpose, you can use various shipping methods, among which the most popular are the following:
- Regular mail.
- Airmail.
- Courier services.
Regular mail is the most affordable method, but due to the high probability of losing the shipment, it is recommended to use other methods.
Courier delivery will cost $100-150 and will allow you to be sure of receiving the shipment. This kind of option is rightfully considered the fastest, since in two days the parcel will reach the addressee.
Airmail is also considered a good option, as it allows you to deliver a package for a small fee, but somewhat slower than a courier.
Once all documents have been submitted, the applicant should wait for a letter from EA with a decision. If it is positive, then a certificate will be enclosed that allows you to apply for a visa.
Wages and working conditions
When planning to find a job in your chosen specialty, you should remember that the immigration boom in this area has led to a sharp reduction in the number of vacancies. This is partly due to the high level of wages, which start from 100 thousand dollars a year.
The government seeks to employ its own citizens in such positions. However, many private companies are loyal to foreign applicants, especially those with high qualifications. When employed, the applicant will be asked to:
- A document that allows you to legally stay and work in Australia.
- A certificate confirming the foreign diploma of a specialist and his qualifications.
- Resume, job application.
As practice shows, specialists with a sufficient level of professional knowledge and skills can select a suitable vacancy in one to two weeks. This opens up broad prospects for integration in Australia.
It is almost impossible to illegally enter the territory of this state, and even more so to find a job, due to the serious punishment provided by local legislation for such situations.
