Looking for work in Australia. Living and working in Australia

Work in Australia is available for Russians and Ukrainians in various fields. The continent is home to 24 million people, with foreign workers accounting for 25%. Despite their loyal attitude towards potential immigrants, Australian authorities set a number of requirements for high-paying jobs: high qualifications, experience and knowledge of the English language.

Every two years, with the participation of the Australian Department of Immigration, The Skilled Occupations List is compiled - a list of professions in demand in the labor market for which visa applications are accepted. It consists of 10 sectors, including healthcare and medicine, mechanical engineering and shipping, metallurgy, geodesy, energy, auto mechanics and others. Specialists from this list can look for work in their specialty on their own, subject to a high level of knowledge of the English language, confirmed qualifications and availability of an independent professional visa (skilled independent).

You can also find open vacancies on the official website of the Australian Department of Immigration. Their selection varies depending on the state. In South Australia, where the state's economy is based on agriculture, seasonal farm workers are needed. There is a shortage of workers in the services sector in Victoria. In Queensland, where the mining industry is actively developing, there is always a need for mine workers and engineers.

Men from Russia, Ukraine and other CIS countries travel to Australia to work in technical and construction professions. Without knowledge of English, they are willingly hired as drivers. Women who previously lived in the post-Soviet space can be found in healthcare and education. If we are talking about unskilled labor, then residents of the CIS countries often work as nannies, caregivers, farm workers, and waitresses.

Entrepreneurs can also come to work in Australia. To do this, they need to obtain a short-term business visa, have assets worth at least 250 thousand Australian dollars and establish their own business here. After two years of successful work, an entrepreneur can apply for permanent residence in Australia.

Vacancies for people without knowledge of the language

Despite the fact that knowledge of the language is one of the determining factors when obtaining a visa and hiring, in Australia there are quite a lot of vacancies designed for unskilled labor. The country is in need of laborers for agricultural lands, factories and construction projects. Immigrants are often hired to work as garbage truck or bus drivers. Many visitors from the CIS countries get jobs in nursing homes or as nannies.

Remuneration for unskilled labor is much less than for specialists with specialized education and knowledge of the language. However, in some areas you can earn good money. Cashiers in stores can earn about 2.5 thousand Australian dollars per month. The salary of a fast food cafe worker is slightly lower - 2.2 thousand Australian dollars. The minimum hourly rate is just over AUD$18.

Ways to find work in Australia

First of all, it is recommended to view vacancies on the official website of the Australian Public Employment Service, which works directly with employers throughout the country. There are departments here that specialize in seasonal work, unskilled labor and vacancies in the service sector.

In addition, you can write to employers directly. Many large Australian companies post job vacancies on their official websites. These include Qantas, Wesfarmers, Suncorp and Caltex Australia.

To immigrate to Australia for work, you must meet several criteria. A person must be under 45 years of age and have a diploma that confirms receipt of higher or incomplete higher education. The applicant must know English at least at the level of Vocational English. The applicant's occupation must be included in the Australian Occupation List. In addition, a person wishing to obtain a work visa must provide a work book with a record confirming that he has worked in his specialty for at least a year.

For immigrants from Russia, Ukraine and CIS countries, there are subtypes of work visas:

• Inconsistent masterwork. The visa is issued on the basis of an invitation from the Australian sponsoring company. The position must be included in the List of Demanded Occupations and the invitation must be approved by the Department of Immigration. The applicant must have the appropriate specialization, qualifications and necessary work experience. Knowledge of English must be at a high level (IELTS no lower than 6.0). This subtype of work visa makes it possible to bring a family to Australia, while all family members automatically receive the opportunity to work and receive education.
• Temporary employment also requires an invitation from the employer. The applicant receives permission to perform work within his competence and specialization for a period of up to six weeks. At the request of the employer, in some cases the period can be extended to three months. A specialist does not have the right to change his place of work or work for himself.
• Work according to certain plans involves completing an internship or internship. Most often issued to students and young professionals under cultural and professional exchange programs. An invitation letter is required for registration.

Seasonal work and working conditions

Seasonal work, as a rule, does not require knowledge of English and a diploma. The main requirement here is the desire to work. Most often, applicants find temporary work on farms that require harvesters and laborers. Having a driver's license gives you the right to work as a bus or light truck driver for three months. Construction companies post a large number of vacancies. There is always a need for masons and plasterers in Australia.

Work as a driver and truck driver, courses and driver's licenses

To obtain a permanent job as a driver, the applicant must first have an Australian license. To do this, you need to complete the courses and pass the exam. The training takes place in English, so the immigrant must have a sufficient level of knowledge to pass all tests (IELTS 5.0). Another option would be to confirm your previously obtained driver's license. In this case, the person must register for a driving test at the transport department of any state in Australia. To do this, you must present a visa and driving license with a certified translation. Without an Australian license, an immigrant can work as a driver for no more than three months.

The transport sector is always in need of personnel. With a work visa, you can get the position of local driver - driver of a bus, garbage truck or light truck. In this case, workers receive an hourly salary - about 27 Australian dollars. An alternative could be a vacancy as a truck driver. Driving more than 300 km one way, he can earn 45 cents per kilometer, plus overtime and bonus. The main employers in the cargo transportation industry are Linfox and Toll.

Jobs in agriculture and farms

Having a specialized education, a confirmed diploma and a high level of knowledge of the English language, finding work on farms and cattle ranches in Australia will not be difficult. Livestock farming is a priority industry in the country. Sheep and cattle are raised here. Salaries in this sector depend on qualifications and professionalism. General workers can earn up to AU$20 per hour, while specialists earn around AU$25.

A large number of nuts, vegetables and fruits are grown in the country. The Northern Territory and Queensland are hiring pineapple and mango pickers. In other states, laborers work in orchards or picking potatoes and carrots. Agriculture requires not only ordinary workers without experience and knowledge, but also professionals. The List of in-demand professions includes the following specialties: agronomist engineer, veterinarian, technician, and agricultural consultant.

Work as a welder, requirements for applicants

Blue-collar jobs in Australia have always been in high demand. The development of mechanical engineering, shipbuilding and construction has led to a shortage of welders of the highest category. The profession was included in the List of in-demand specialties, and it became easier for a qualified worker to obtain a position. The applicant will need to confirm his competence, present papers confirming high knowledge of the English language (IELTS 5.0), as well as a work book with a note of at least three years of experience in the specialty.

Welders in Australia have stable employment and high wages, which are usually based on output. At the same time, the protection of the rights of specialists guarantees a normal work schedule and regime, the provision of medical care and social security.

Work in mines and mining

Skills in demand in Australian mines include engineers, geologists, mechanics, electricians and operators. The country's mining industry operates in several directions. Companies are involved in coal, gold, diamonds, silver, ores, oil and gas. Mandatory requirements for all applicants are the presence of a confirmed diploma of higher education, a high level of knowledge of the English language (IELTS 6.0), and at least three years of work experience in the specialty.

Employees in this area, as a rule, have a 3/1 shift schedule; vacation can reach three months a year. Since the mines are located at a considerable distance from cities, standard contracts include a clause stipulating the possibility of living in a campsite with the company or monetary compensation for rental housing. The average annual income of a qualified employee can be 90-150 thousand Australian dollars. Working at a mine involves programs to improve the skills of employees. At the company's expense, workers receive additional licenses that may be useful for career growth.

Employers strictly monitor compliance with all regulations. Failure to follow rules such as wearing safety glasses and gloves can result in fines or dismissal. A shift at a mine typically begins with a drug and alcohol test. All employees undergo mandatory medical examination.

Vacancies for doctors, requirements for applicants

Immigrants with medical education should pay attention to the List of In-Demand Specialties in Australia. The health and medical sector occupies a significant part in this list. Jobs in demand include clinical hematologist, emergency medical technician, cardiovascular specialist, anesthesiologist, and many others. A doctor earns up to 150 thousand Australian dollars per year. The salary depends on the state, specialization and experience.

To apply for a position as a doctor, you must obtain several documents. In addition to a work visa and a document confirming a high level of English knowledge (IELTS 7.0), applicants must undergo a qualification assessment. To do this, you must provide a certified copy of the diploma certified by a notary and a certified translation of the diploma and its supplement, as well as successfully pass the CAT MCQ medical test. The exam consists of 150 questions in several areas of medicine (therapy, gynecology, surgery, pediatrics, statistics-epidemiology and psychiatry).

Physicians, surgeons and resuscitators can count on a position with a high salary in a large hospital. Doctors whose specializations are not included in the List of In-Demand Professions in Australia will initially be forced to work as second-year interns with a salary of 60 thousand Australian dollars.

Employment of engineers in Australia

Engineers are highly valued in Australia. Their salary can reach 200 thousand Australian dollars. Specialists are willingly hired, but only if they have all the necessary documents. To do this, you need to contact the specialized organization Engineers Australia, where the applicant can confirm his qualifications: professional engineer, process engineer or assistant engineer. The qualification “Engineering Manager” has been placed in a separate category.

The confirmation procedure will be easier if the applicant has a diploma in engineering courses accredited by the Association of Engineering Education of Russia and the Washington Accord - an agreement between professional engineering associations of different countries on the mutual recognition of qualifications. In addition, the immigrant will need to present an IELTS certificate with a minimum score of 6 in all modules.

To find a job as a programmer in Australia, you need to get an immigration visa (skilled independent or skilled sponsored). It gives the right to stay in the country for an indefinite amount of time and gives the status of Permanent Resident. After 4 years you can apply for citizenship. To obtain a work visa you will need an IELTS certificate.

To confirm the qualifications of a programmer, you need to contact the organization - Australian Computer Society, where you will need a higher education diploma. The applicant can obtain two qualifications:

• Major in ICT - requires a dominant number of specialized disciplines in the diploma, work experience in the specialty for at least two years.
• Minor in ICT - extensive work experience in the specialty (at least 6 years), fewer requirements for the content of the diploma.

Some programmers may fall into the category of engineers, in which case verification of qualifications must be completed by Engineers Australia.

In Australia, the IT infrastructure is well developed. Programmers are in demand in the financial and government sectors. A specialist can earn from 50 to 90 thousand Australian dollars per year. Rare specialists can count on a higher salary; in some cases, their annual income can reach 200 thousand.

Australia is a prosperous and successful country that is not afraid of economic crises. Therefore, work in Australia attracts thousands of migrants to work in good conditions. Any Russian or resident of the former USSR will also be able to find a suitable vacancy in Australia.

In 2017, Australia took 13th place in the ranking of world economic development by GDP level. The country's unemployment rate is 5.5%. The average salary is 5,000 Australian dollars (190,000 rubles). Despite the fact that there are many vacancies in this country, the level of competition is high.

First of all, Australian employers are interested in local citizens. Workers from Belarus and Russia are, of course, also valued, but the candidate must know English well and have many skills in order to go to work on this continent.

The country provides the following taxes:

• at a profit;
• social.

Employment in this country has many advantages:

• high earnings;
• many in-demand vacancies;
• working conditions are clearly regulated by law;
• diplomas from the countries of the former USSR (Estonia, Kazakhstan and other countries) are valued;
• You can combine work and study.

Disadvantages of working in Australia:

• high tax deductions;
• employment takes a long time;
• Some professions require a license.

Professions in demand in 2019

The most relevant professions in 2019 in Australia, in which a Russian or Ukrainian can get a job:

• manager;
• electrician;
• engineer;
• doctor;
• programmer;
• vet;
• builder;
• accountant;
• surveyor;
• explosive

Monthly salary level

For foreigners, Australian companies offer the following monthly salaries:

How to find a job without intermediaries

There are several ways to look for work in Australia. For example, they study sites with vacancies. They also turn to the services of recruiting firms.

Popular job search sites

The following sites are available for job search:

Specialized agencies

If you can’t find the job you need in Australia on your own, you can contact recruiting agencies.

Types of employment

There are several types of employment in Australia. Most of these professions require a standard 8-hour work day.

Work without knowledge of the language

There is no point in applying for highly paid positions if you do not know English. You will generally only be able to find a job as a loader or cleaner. You won't be able to earn much in such cases. Therefore, you will have to go home with nothing.

Seasonal work

It is very difficult to get seasonal work in Australia if a citizen does not have a passport from the European Union, the United States and a number of other countries.

Those who still manage to overcome bureaucratic obstacles work during the season:

• auxiliary workers on farms;
• in the service sector;
• administrators in hotels.

A girl, for example, can get a job as a waitress. The salary in this profession is enough to return home with a good profit.

Temporary job

Temporary work in Australia requires:

• general workers;
• builders;
• welders;
• cooks;
• drivers.

In addition, miners are often needed in Cannington. How much they earn depends on the company.

Other options

You can go to Australia to work under a contract. After a certain period, the employee has the right to request permanent residence rights. Shift work methods are also allowed. The latter option does not provide for permanent emigration to the country.

Official employment procedure

If the matter does not concern temporary or seasonal work, then official employment is a mandatory procedure. Without it, Australia will be able to work only in the most difficult and low-paid professions. Due to high prices, you will not be able to fully live on the green continent.

Sequence of actions

Official employment in Australia occurs as follows:

1. The employer obtains sponsorship permission from immigration authorities.
2. Sends a job offer and employment contract to the future employee.
3. The employee passes all the necessary tests, after which he receives one of the work visas.
4. A person finds housing (if it is not provided by the employer) in Australia, buys plane tickets and goes to the green continent.

Types of work permits

The employer must obtain a work permit from immigration. To do this, you need to prove that there are no candidates for the proposed position among local residents of Australia.

Also, the future employee must receive a salary of at least 53,900 Australian dollars annually (2,318,000 rubles). Obtaining this permit takes 6–8 months and requires high costs on the part of the employer.

Are there categories that do not require a work permit?

Only a few categories of citizens do not need a work permit:

• politicians;
• professional athletes;
• some researchers;
• journalists.

This also includes people who come for seasonal work.

List of main documents

For registration, you will need a list of documents; the absence of at least one of them guarantees a refusal of a work permit. Main package:

• 2 color photographs 3.5x4.5 cm;
• application form filled out in English ();

• work book, which confirms work experience of at least one year;

• certificate from previous place of work;
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Applying for a work visa

To legally work in Australia, you can apply for several types of work visas. The best option is Subclass 457. The peculiarity of this visa is that a foreign specialist undertakes to cooperate with a specific employer, who vouches for the employee to the immigration services. The document is issued for a period of 4 to 36 months.

In addition to Subclass 457, you can also obtain other types of work visas:

• ENS 121 and 856. The first option is issued to foreigners who are outside Australia. The second option is issued within the country. Preference is given to high-class specialists.
• RSMS 119 and 857. The visa is issued to people who have a prestigious higher education.
• LA 120 and 855. Issued after the candidate has completed Subclass 457.

The cost of a work visa is 175 Australian dollars. Foreigners who have been left without work for some time, but are looking for one, are paid benefits by the Australian government.

Selection criteria for visa applicants

The following requirements apply to foreign applicants in Australia:

• the future employee must be under 45 years of age;
• you need to know English at the Vocational English level;
• you need to have a higher education diploma;
• the profession must be included in the declared official list of professions of the Australian Department of Migration;
• At least one year of work experience in the declared profession is required.

Work visa extension

A work visa is issued for a certain period, which depends on its subclass. If the company is interested in a foreign employee, the latter can renew the documents. To do this, he goes to the Australian Immigration Services and fills out a special official paper.

In it he writes a rationale for why he wants to stay in the country. The document must be accompanied by a covering letter from the employer and additional fees in the amount of 200 Australian dollars (9,500 rubles) must be paid.

In addition, it is necessary to provide a bank statement indicating the availability of funds for further life in Australia.

The Australian authorities have thought through all the principles of business immigration. They are interested in attracting experienced entrepreneurs.

Initially, most foreign businessmen receive a temporary class 188 visa. It is issued to entrepreneurs who score at least 65 points on a special test adapted for assessing investors. They must also obtain approval from the sponsoring state. If the enterprise turns out to be profitable, the investor will be able to apply for a permanent subclass 888 visa.

Businessmen who have the opportunity to invest at least 1,500,000 Australian dollars (64,500,000 rubles) in a business created in Australia will immediately receive a permanent class 132 visa. After this, they do not need to confirm their knowledge of the English language, nor do they need to calculate test scores.

Features of internship in the country

An internship at an Australian company will serve as an excellent springboard for career growth if a person plans to stay on this continent forever. You can get an internship through specialized agencies. The average cost of their services ranges from $3,000 to $5,000 depending on the length of the internship.

Interns can be final year university students or young professionals who have completed their studies. Internships are mainly related to the tourism, hotel and restaurant business and take 6-12 months.

Consequences for attempting illegal employment

Illegal employment in Australia is a direct violation of the law. The country's immigration services and police regularly conduct joint operations to identify violators. Australia also has an electronic VEVO system. Through it, the visa category of all applicants is checked and the right to work in the country is established.

The violator is sent to the Detention Center for Illegal Immigrants, after which he is deported. The employer receives a fine of between A$3,000 and A$76,000. Nobody wants to go to jail for this. Therefore, the director of the company will no longer hire illegal immigrants next time.

Australia is difficult to get into, but it welcomes highly qualified foreigners. Even workers from Canada come here. Russians, Belarusians and Ukrainians who found the vacancies they needed and left for this continent to work do not regret their decision.

Australia is a country with a high quality of life and a stable, developed economy. This is precisely why it attracts people who want to make money. The vast territory is home to only 22 million people, so there is a constant need for workers in agriculture, mining and processing industries, as well as qualified specialists in various fields.

Work Visa

In order to get a job, a foreigner will need a work visa. Without it, you cannot get a job or even simply enter the territory of the state. There are several types of such documents.

Family members are included in the immigration certificate. Everyone must undergo a medical examination and provide a document confirming that they have no problems with the law or tax authorities.

The following types of work permits have been developed for citizens of CIS countries:

1. Temporary workshop work. The specialist comes at the invitation of the sponsoring company and has the right to bring his family.
2. Non-permanent job. An invitation from the employer is also required.
3. Internship programs for young professionals. Usually last from 6 to 12 months. Can be found through specialized agencies. Most often, this is a restaurant, tourism and hospitality business.

Employers have a number of requirements for applicants:

• good knowledge of English;
• age up to 45 years;
• diploma of higher or incomplete higher education;
• entry in the work book about work in the specialty.

The Immigration Department website has a list of occupations that you can apply for. It is updated every 8 months.

Visiting specialists confirm their qualifications and knowledge of English in special licensed institutions. When officially employed, an employee does not have the right to work for another company or for himself.

A work visa is not required for politicians, athletes, journalists, and people who want to get a seasonal job.

Getting a good, well-paid job in Australia is quite difficult, since the country's policy is focused on employing, first of all, its citizens. The employer must still prove that he was unable to find a specialist for a specific job in his country. In addition, applicants for some professions will have to obtain a local license. But the demand for low-skilled labor is very high, you can always find work here.

Vacancies and pay levels

On the website of the Migration Department you can find out not only what professions are required by the state, but also the average income level for each of them. The concept of “minimum wage” is not established by law.

Average salary in Australia (in Australian dollars, AUD)

Specialists receive higher pay than unskilled workers. But even unskilled workers here receive the highest hourly wage in the world - 15 Australian dollars, in addition, on holidays and weekends the payment doubles.

Different states in the country require different specialists. So, in Cannington miners are needed, the southern states are waiting for electricians, plumbers, welders, assemblers, Queensland wants to see hairdressers, dentists, architects. Pay is highest in the capital; in the provinces the same specialists receive less money, but life there is cheaper.

Seasonal and temporary work

Citizens of the European Union, the USA and some other countries are most willing to hire for seasonal work. It is more difficult for our compatriots to get there. This work is provided by:

• farms;
• hotels and hotels;
• services sector.

Agriculture is one of Australia's priority sectors. Sheep and cows are raised here, and fruits and vegetables are grown. The country has huge areas of wheat fields. And sugar cane also occupies an important place in the economy.

The following are invited for non-permanent work:

• building sector;
• manufacturing industry;
• mining industry

Cooks and drivers are also often required. You can work as a driver for up to three months without obtaining an Australian license, but then you will need to either undergo training or pass an exam and receive a local document. Knowledge of the language in this area is mandatory.

Particularly noteworthy is work such as babysitting. You can’t do without knowing English here, but there are plenty of vacancies in this area.

If a foreigner is left unemployed and his visa is still valid, he is given the opportunity to find a new job, and will even be paid unemployment benefits for a while.

Taxation

The country has a progressive income tax scale. For non-residents of the country:

Search for vacancies

Jobs can be found via the Internet, there are local and international resources, it would be a good idea to visit the official website of the Immigration Department.

Job sites in Australia:

• www.australiajobs.net
• www.careerone.com.au
• www.bluecollar.com.au
• www.jobnet.com.au
• au.jora.com
• www.seek.com.au

It also makes sense to send your resume to potential employers. Job advertisements can be found in local newspapers. Although there are rarely places for non-residents here.

They often look for work by directly applying to construction sites, cafes and restaurants, and farms. The recommendation system works very well; if you manage to get a letter of recommendation from your previous job, it is much easier to get a new job.

Employment agencies also work, however, they are not interested in employing a specific person, they are more interested in filling a vacancy and receiving their commission from the employing company.

Types of employment

The hardest thing is to find a full-time job with benefits. Usually, applicants find it after they are already in the country and have worked under a temporary scheme.

Where do Australians work?

Migration services regularly conduct raids to identify illegal workers. The country has an electronic service called VEVO, which reflects all visas and work permits received. The caught offender is sent to the Temporary Detention Center for Illegal Workers, after which he is deported from Australia. And the employer faces a large fine, and subsequently a trial, since this is a direct violation of the law.

Finding a good job in Australia is not easy or quick, but those who manage to get a job are invariably satisfied with decent pay, decent working conditions and a high quality of life.

Australia is one of the richest and most prosperous countries in the world. For many years now, it has been ranked first among the most comfortable countries for living, leaving even the USA and Canada far behind. It is quite natural that thousands of migrants come here every year, whose main goals are successful employment and obtaining the status of a permanent resident of this country. So how can you find a job in Australia and correctly complete the necessary documents for professional immigration?

Main features of the Australian labor market

Since Australia gained independence, its authorities have pursued a policy of actively attracting immigrants, caused by a lack of its own labor resources. Today, more than 6.5 million foreigners live here, accounting for about 25% of the country's total population.

The main requirement for labor immigrants is fluency in English. It must be confirmed by a certificate of passing international testing. Foreigners who have scored at least 6 points on the IELTS system are allowed to work in Australian enterprises.

The most popular specialties

The Australian labor market is experiencing an acute shortage of specialists in a variety of fields. Every 8-9 months, the Department of Immigration (DIBP) compiles two lists of the most in-demand professions, the holders of which can benefit from specially designed professional immigration programs:

1. Skilled Occupation List - a list of specialties that are in demand throughout Australia.
2. Consolidated Sponsored Occupation List, which includes professions in demand in certain regions of the country.

In 2018 they included:

• construction project managers and planners;
• production managers in the field of mining;
• cartographers and surveyors;
• architects;
• engineers and technologists;
• systems analysts and programmers;
• lawyers and attorneys;
• accountants and auditors;
• doctors and other health care workers;
• teachers and educators;
• shipbuilders and maritime workers;
• specialists in servicing air conditioning and plumbing systems;
• welders;
• electricians;
• mechanics and mechanics;
• carpenters and joiners;
• qualified craftsmen for construction and finishing work (masons, roofers, painters, etc.).

Migrants without special qualifications also have a chance to get a job in Australia. Most of them take temporary jobs in the service sector or agriculture.

Salary amount and taxation features

According to Australian labor laws, the country's employers cannot pay their employees less than 16 Australian dollars per hour (more than 700 Russian rubles) or 2,560 Australian dollars per month (127 thousand rubles). This salary is usually received by low-skilled workers in agriculture and the service sector.

The work of highly educated specialists is valued much more highly. Their average salary is about 5,000 – 7,000 Australian dollars per month (248,000–347,000 rubles).

Table: average salary for representatives of some professions in Australia

The working day at Australian enterprises is 8 hours. Work over 38 hours per week is usually paid at double the rate.

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In Australia, as in many other countries, the income tax rate is calculated using a progressive system. Currently its size is:

• 0% for annual income less than AUD 18,200;
• 19% for annual income between AUD 18,200 and AUD 37,000;
• 32.5% for annual income between AUD 37,000 and AUD 80,000;
• 37% for annual income between AUD 80,000 and AUD 180,000;
• 45% for annual income over AUD 180,000.

In addition, Australian residents are required to pay for health insurance. All permanent residents of the country (including Russians, Ukrainians) are participants in the Medicare program. Within its framework, they annually pay contributions in the amount of 1–2% of the income received. Foreigners who do not have permanent resident status independently purchase a medical policy from any insurance company that suits them.

The main ways to find a job for Russians and not only

Most immigrants planning to move to Australia begin looking for work while still in their home country. Thanks to modern technologies, they can not only find the right vacancy on various Australian Internet sites, but also go through the first stage of the interview using Skype or other programs that support video calls.

The largest number of recruitment advertisements are posted on the official website of the Australian Employment Service - jobsearch.gov.au. Private Internet platforms are also popular among employers. For example:

• www.seek.com.au ;
• www.careerone.com.au ;
• www.adzuna.com.au.

Many Australian businesses are looking for employees using the professional social network LinkedIn. A profile on this resource significantly increases a foreigner’s chances of finding a job, especially if it contains complete information about work experience in the specialty, supported by reviews from other network members.

Immigrants on Australian soil have many more opportunities. They can obtain the desired position by answering an advertisement in a local newspaper or by personally approaching a potential employer. Most often, small enterprises that do not have their own personnel department recruit employees in this way.

It is impossible to leave and get a job without a well-written resume. In accordance with the traditions of the Australian labor market, it should include six parts:

1. The applicant's first and last name, as well as his contact information.
2. Brief information about the applicant.
3. A list of available skills that may be useful when working in the proposed position.
4. A detailed description of all stages of a working career, indicating the names of companies and positions held.
5. List of available scientific degrees, diplomas and certificates.
6. Recommendations from previous employers.

The resume must be written in competent English. In order to interest the company's HR department and increase the chances of considering the applicant's candidacy, a cover letter is sent along with it, which contains basic information about the potential employee.

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Subtleties of official employment of foreigners in Australia

To work in Australian businesses, all foreigners, with the exception of New Zealand citizens, must have a special visa. Persons who violate this rule are detained and expelled from the country. They will subsequently be refused any type of Australian visa. Employers who employ illegal migrants are also punished. They are subject to a fine ranging from AUD 3,000 to AUD 76,000. Particularly persistent violators of the law may be subject to imprisonment.

How to get a temporary work visa

The subclass 457 work visa is issued to foreigners who have received an invitation from an Australian employer. Its validity period cannot exceed four years. During this period, the immigrant has the right to live and work in Australia, as well as invite members of his family to its territory. After expiration, the temporary visa can be extended with a new employment contract.

Before concluding a preliminary contract with a citizen of another state, the employer is required to obtain sponsorship permission from the immigration service (Sponsorship). To obtain it, you must prove that there are no applicants for the proposed position among permanent residents of the country. In addition, the future employee must receive a salary of at least AUD 53,900 per year. The process of obtaining this permit takes a lot of time and requires quite a lot of expenses, so in practice only very highly qualified specialists can receive an invitation to work in Australia.

Foreigners who do find an employer must provide the following documents to the Australian Embassy:

• a completed application in English requesting a temporary visa;
• invitation from an Australian employer;
• a diploma from an educational institution confirming the presence of the required qualifications;
• certificate of successful completion of testing using the IELTS system;
• a valid foreign passport;
• general passport;
• 2 color photographs of the established standard;
• certificate of no criminal record;
• medical report on the health status of the applicant.

An immigrant who has received a subclass 457 visa cannot change employers. If for some reason the employment relationship with the enterprise that issued the invitation is terminated, then he is obliged to find a new sponsor within three months or leave the country.

Professional visas and General Skilled Migration program

The General Skilled Migration professional immigration program was created by the Australian authorities to attract qualified specialists. Foreigners who meet the following requirements are allowed to participate:

• age from 18 to 50 years;
• the presence of a specialty confirmed by Australian qualification authorities that is included in the lists of in-demand professions;
• excellent knowledge of English;
• absence of severe chronic and infectious diseases that require significant treatment costs.

In addition, all applicants undergo a mandatory assessment of their demand in the Australian labor market as part of a point test specially developed by the Australian authorities. Only migrants who score more than 60 points can apply for professional visas.

Table: point test scoring

Applicants who have successfully passed the language test and have been assessed by Australian authorities must complete the General Skilled Migration Pre-Application on the Department of Immigration website (www.border.gov.au). In case of a positive decision by its employees, the applicant is sent an invitation to the second round of selection. Within its framework, the foreigner sends documents confirming compliance with the program requirements to the Immigration Department and pays a state fee. Currently it is AU$3,600. After some time, he will be informed of the final verdict of the Australian authorities.

Participants in the General Skilled Migration program can obtain one of several types of visas. Each of them gives all the rights of a permanent resident of the country, including the opportunity to obtain Australian citizenship after four years of residence on its territory.

Table: Types of Australian professional visas

The procedure for obtaining a professional visa usually takes 9–10 months. But in some cases this period may increase to two years.

Video: personal experience of obtaining a sponsored visa

Table: pros and cons of labor migration to Australia

Internship for foreign students and university graduates in Australia

Australian companies are happy to accept international trainees. Unfortunately, most of these programs do not provide compensation for young specialists. It is possible to receive a regular salary during an internship only at enterprises in the tourism sector or on agricultural farms. Australian law requires their owners to pay all their employees, including trainees, at least AUD 16 per hour.

Our compatriots usually get internships in Australia with the help of various educational agencies. The cost of their services depends on the type of program and is equal to 2,500–3,500 US dollars.

Students and recent graduates of specialized universities no older than 30 years old who have received a temporary visa of subclass 416 are allowed to undergo work practice at Australian enterprises. To obtain it, you must submit a package of documents to the Australian Embassy, ​​which includes:

• an applicant application form filled out in English;
• international passport;
• two color photographs measuring 3 by 4 cm;
• certificate of passing the IELTS language test with a score of at least 6 points;
• photocopy of student ID and grade book (if available);
• certificate from the university confirming completion of training;
• a letter from the university administration or employer confirming the need for an internship in the chosen specialty;
• health certificate;
• medical insurance policy;
• bank account statement confirming the availability of funds (at least $2,000).

Subclass 416 visa is issued for a period not exceeding 6 months.

Business immigration to Australia

The Australian authorities provide comprehensive support to citizens of other countries who decide to open their own business in the country or invest a significant amount of money in its economy. One of the ways to attract them is to develop special programs that allow foreign businessmen to obtain Australian resident status. To participate, you must fulfill several requirements from the Immigration Department:

• age up to 54 years;
• the presence of a business operating in the real sector of the economy in the home country with an annual turnover of at least 400,000 Australian dollars (approx. 19,876,000 rubles);
• real business development project in Australia;
• legal origin of capital;
• absence of criminal record and serious illnesses.

Initially, most foreign entrepreneurs receive a temporary subclass 188 visa. It is issued to businessmen who have scored at least 65 points on a point test adapted for assessing investors and have received approval from the sponsoring state. If the enterprise opened by a foreigner successfully operates, he can apply for a permanent visa of subclass 888.

Entrepreneurs who have the opportunity to invest at least 1,500,000 Australian dollars in a business created in the country immediately receive a permanent subclass 132 visa. They do not need to confirm their knowledge of the English language or calculate point test scores.

Holders of permanent business visas have the right to apply to the Australian authorities for citizenship. To receive a positive decision, you must live in the country for four years and pass an English language proficiency exam.

We bring to your attention a selection of job sites for employment in Australia; knowledge of English is required to use them. Let's start with classic Internet sites. Below are the most visited ones included in the TOP 5.

Another specialized job site in Australia is Australiagsm, vacancies for immigration under the Skilled Select system or GSM visas, their slogan: “We will help you move to Australia!”

Jobnet.com.au was founded in 1995 and quickly became the number one destination for IT and technical jobs in Australia. JobNet currently offers IT jobs around the world and offers access to thousands of jobs in the industry.

bluecollar.com.au- a site with a name that speaks for itself, it is the leading job board for finding work in Australia for the so-called “blue collar” or non-office workers: farmers, drivers and labor staff.

Message board and forum Australia

Forum for Russians Gday- “Immigration, studying and life in Australia.” Vacancies in Australia for Russians are presented in the “Work” section. Visit another popular source of information about living in this country