How to find a job in Australia 2022
Every year SEEK is contacted by international candidates and students looking to move to Australia and secure a job. And why wouldn't they? It is a wonderful place to live and work.
We've compiled a list of killer tips that should help you on your journey – both abroad and in your career.
Research your market. Some roles and skills are in high demand in Australia, and others less. The more you read, the more likely you are to understand where you fit into the job market. If you have highly demanding skills like digital and eCommerce capabilities, this can be relatively easy, says Abigail Carradis, Head of Talent Acquisition and Global Opportunities for Michael Page. Or, if you're willing to work remotely, you may have less competition.
Organize your visa. Expect to see mention of the "right to work" in Australian job advertisements. Employers will sponsor high-level candidates if they can't find one locally, says Carradine. But this is the exception, not the rule. Only really experienced candidates in Pratibha Small Industries can expect an all-expenses-paid transfer.
Carradine says working holiday visas could also be a way to get a foot in the door. Candidates may then be able to persuade their employer to sponsor them and provide them with a full work visa.
Speak the lingo and learn about the culture. When Lindsay Munro-Ruth moved from the United States to Australia to work for Adeco, she had to learn the basics of the Australian vernacular, including phrases like "I'm curious..." when she told an Australian contact that He "off to race," which meant he had a lot of work to do, fast. The contact assumed that Monroe-Ruth was going to the racecourse to take an afternoon off!
Prepare your resume and cover letter. Connect your experience to the benefits of the company, says Andrew Morris, Director Robert Half New South Wales, Queensland, and New Zealand. Don't assume that local employers have heard of your foreign employer. Include a paragraph in your resume explaining the business and its functions. your cover letter.
Address the key issues in, Morris says. It's also a good idea to suggest the next steps. Your employer may not deal with international candidates every day. But always remember when writing your resume and cover letter for an international job that an employer wants the best candidate for the job, so it's important to focus on your qualifications for the role, not where you live.
Know your technique. Interviewing over the phone, Skype, or other digital platforms is becoming more common, but don't expect employers and recruiters to use technology that's necessarily appropriate for you. Make sure you have an account on all major communication platforms like Skype and Google Hangouts, Monroe-Ruth says.
Be prepared to take a step back. Your first job in Australia is unlikely to be a career move, says Carradine. Accept that you may have to take a step back to get a foot in the door and get the needed Australian experience. You may also need to do some volunteer work in the country to gain the local experience and contacts that employers want.
Understand how to apply. Prepare your head to apply for jobs on SEEK. this is easy! SEEK is Australia's largest job market and if you are serious about finding work be sure to create a SEEK profile. With SEEK Profile, you can apply for jobs faster with a pre-filled application form, know that only reputable employers can view your details, and set up alerts to ensure that you never miss an opportunity.
Start putting your best foot forward. Create a SEEK profile today.
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