Falkirk Bairn

That's good to know about the geotechnical prospects in and around Sydney. International press appear to only report on "paper selling" headlines with infrequent on the ground reports making it a bit skewed one way or the other. I might need to give you a shout if it all goes a bit pear shaped with this company though . On a professional note, I'm a chartered engineer (ICE) with professional grade registration with UK RoGEP. Can you advise how easily this can be transferred to Engineers Australia registration?

Thanks again for the advice. In final negotiations with employer. Found a few properties that would be of interest in the shire and surrounding areas, so feeling really positive. LKC, if you haven't saw the kelpies first hand yet, you'll love it. The Helix (the newly built park) that houses them is a great addition to the area!

Additional to salary is medical insurance, super, company car, 2 months rent upon arrival. We have just returned from a week long visit, so a bit whistle stop whilst trying to get a feel for company and surrounding area. Office is in Mascot. I realise 457 is effectively a temp visa, at present difficult to say if move will be permanent, but looking at 2yrs min. After which we'd reassess and consider visa change if it all works out well. Thanks for the comments so far, keep them coming

Hi everyone, love the forum, now looking for a bit of advice. I've been offered a sponsored role with a geotech contractor on a 457 visa. It's a permanent, salaried position and on the face of it appears a good opportunity. However, my main concern is will we maintain (or hopefully improve) our UK standard of living? As others have mentioned Sydney can be v.expensive I worry that salary offered is on the low side? We're a family of 3 (wife and 8yr old). Reasonably aware of main expenses (rent, school fees, grocery shopping). Offer is in region of $140k & relocation fees paid to value of $12k plus a few a few other perks. We don't have an extravagant lifestyle in Uk, though have a nice 4bed house in good area, and live comfortably at present. We like the look of Bella Vista as well as the 'Shire' and anticipate rent in the $800-1000/wk range. All thoughts (positive and negative) welcome.