Currently, over 170,000 people migrate to Australia for permanent work
every year. According to the Department of Immigration and
Citizenship, the continent is a melting point where almost half of the
entire residents have a parent from overseas or are born in foreign
countries. So, you too have a chance to become one of the people
moving to Australia for long-term highly paid job opportunities if you
prepare on time. Of course, the job hunt and application process can
be stressful, you will eventually find a fulfilling career in the
Australian job market if you plan ahead. Here is how to plan your
migration and get a job in Australia.
To start with, choose your job skills from the list of the Australian
government Skilled Occupation. You need to send evidence of job skills
like your work references, academic transcripts as well as university
diploma to the relevant body in charge of employment in the country.
They will need to approve your job skills prior to applying for job
visa.
After that, apply for a job visa. You will need to visit the "Visa
Wizard" Department of Immigration and Citizenship to figure out which
Visa is best for your particular situation. On the other hand if you
already have a prearranged job, you can apply under the employer
nomination scheme. To apply for work after you already move to
Australia, you will need to apply for an independent skilled migrant
visa instead. You can file in your Visa application on the Department
of Immigration and Citizenship official website. Attach the required
documents and submit your application online or send it by post to the
Australian Embassy nearest to you.
You will need to enter your work information on the government's
Skills Database and also visit some job sites in the country so that,
you can get a head start on job search. Besides, it is best to do this
while you await your visa approval. That way, your prospective
employers can get to review your experience and could even give you
an early job offer if you are lucky enough.
To ensure a smooth migration to Australia, you should offer your
house for sale or notify your landlord few months before you move. You
will need to also book a temporary accommodation and transportation
for your arrival in Australia. After that, notify your employer 3
months before you move your family. Then, register your wards in any
of the standard Australian schools. Good luck!