Job Finding Tips

Whether you are backpacking around Australia on your Working Holiday Visa or have decided to immigrate to Australia, then you will need to find a job in Australia. For travellers this is a great way to make some cash, gain unique experiences, meet loads of friends and have some fun along the way. For migrants this will no doubt be a necessity to set up your new life in Australia.

There are generally two routes to take when looking for jobs in Australia; there is a shortage of skilled city jobs such as Tradespersons, Managers, Administrators and Professionals in Australia. Alternatively there are more rural jobs such as farming and fruit picking which are extremely popular with backpackers.

We have put together a few hints and tips for finding jobs in Australia:

• Register with recruitment agencies to arrange work before you travel to Australia.
• Take several copies of an up to date CV and for skilled jobs in particular take proof of qualifications where applicable.
• Always research any jobs before you travel to Australia; for example Nurses in Australia are required to register their nursing qualifications by the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Council (ANMC) or the relevant nursing regulatory body in the state you are planning to work.
• Take a mobile to Australia so you can leave your number with employers and agencies.
• For diving/tour jobs in Australia, enquire in local shops, tour offices, hostels and on the harbours.
• If you are looking for work in the outback such as cattle rustling and farming, then check out hostel notice boards, recruitment agencies and Australia job magazines like TNT.
• For all jobs look at websites like www.tntmagazine.com.au, check the local papers, look on hostel boards, in pubs and in newsagents as they will have lots of job listings.