helenhere Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 My husband says that before we even consider moving or writing an expression of interest, we should save money. I agree, but I wonder how much is enough. Has anybody had their re-location fees paid by their employer? My husband is a geophysicist (PHD) with 10+ years experience in his field, 38 years old, with superior english. I am wondering what amount of savings would be needed to meet any of our needs. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodipodi Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 If I'm correct a Geophysicist is a pretty well paid job in Australia.... However, the security of a decent savings pot is obviously the best way forward for anyone. I'm sure people have had their relocation fees paid but often means you are tied to the employer for so long. All the best, I'm sure someone who knows more than me will be along to advise x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 We spent about £25k on our move, including visa process, transportation, initial accommodation. We both had jobs to go to as well, but no we did not have moving fees paid, we were trying to compete for jobs with locals whilst we were still living overseas, so demanding relocation allowances was not wise in our situation. Of course it is possible to spend less than we did, although I find when you are a bit older you don't want to stay at the local YHA with a back pack (we were 36 and 40 when we moved). I guess you would need to explore for your specific occupation whether any company would be wiling to assist with relocation, it depends on demand. I thought with the slow down in mining that demand for geophysicists had retreated but I am not sure. @very stormy might know better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helenhere Posted March 24, 2014 Author Share Posted March 24, 2014 We spent about £25k on our move, including visa process, transportation, initial accommodation. We both had jobs to go to as well, but no we did not have moving fees paid, we were trying to compete for jobs with locals whilst we were still living overseas, so demanding relocation allowances was not wise in our situation. Of course it is possible to spend less than we did, although I find when you are a bit older you don't want to stay at the local YHA with a back pack (we were 36 and 40 when we moved). I guess you would need to explore for your specific occupation whether any company would be wiling to assist with relocation, it depends on demand. I thought with the slow down in mining that demand for geophysicists had retreated but I am not sure. @very stormy might know better. Ok, that is about 30k euros. Well, nobody said living a dream comes cheap. I heard that the demand is slowing down also. We better get moving. On another note, my skill is that of a horse trainer. Nobody is looking for that skill, so my husband is on his own. Thanks for the reply. It helped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louisella Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I can't help much on the geophycist side but think saving as early as possible is definitely a good idea. It's better to have too much than too little. We won't be making our visa application for a couple of years yet (assuming the occupation is still on the SOL) but have started saving already Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helenhere Posted March 24, 2014 Author Share Posted March 24, 2014 I can't help much on the geophycist side but think saving as early as possible is definitely a good idea. It's better to have too much than too little. We won't be making our visa application for a couple of years yet (assuming the occupation is still on the SOL) but have started saving already I am so bummed out. Because of the replies here, I checked the sol and csol list and geophysicist is not on the list. Last week, it was there. How quickly things can change. It is quite an awful feeling. I guess we will be doing the same as you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louisella Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I am so bummed out. Because of the replies here, I checked the sol and csol list and geophysicist is not on the list. Last week, it was there. How quickly things can change. It is quite an awful feeling. I guess we will be doing the same as you. Oh no, it is difficult as it does change to meet the demand. We're in a tricky situation with my OH, he's training to be a lawyer which is curently on the SOL however and he would need to do units for the law society in Australia to be able to practice. The difficulty is he could start to do them (and pay the high fees) only to find the occupation is subsequently taken off the list before he actually finishes the extra studies. But keep hope, the lists I think are updated on the 1st of July so keep an eye on them to see if it comes back on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodipodi Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I am so bummed out. Because of the replies here, I checked the sol and csol list and geophysicist is not on the list. Last week, it was there. How quickly things can change. It is quite an awful feeling. I guess we will be doing the same as you. Maybe a MARA agent may help with any hope of other possible Strategies? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I am so bummed out. Because of the replies here, I checked the sol and csol list and geophysicist is not on the list. Last week, it was there. How quickly things can change. It is quite an awful feeling. I guess we will be doing the same as you. I don't think the list has been updated this week. Check again, it is there... it is only on the CSOL though, which means you need either a state or an employer sponsor if you were to apply now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helenhere Posted March 24, 2014 Author Share Posted March 24, 2014 I don't think the list has been updated this week. Check again, it is there... it is only on the CSOL though, which means you need either a state or an employer sponsor if you were to apply now. Yes, I checked again. Maybe my eyes are playing tricks on me. Sorry for the drama. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItchyFeet76 Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 my skill is that of a horse trainer. Nobody is looking for that skill, so my husband is on his own. If it's any help, Horse Trainer is on the CSOL (Consolidated Skilled Occupation List), so you could always go down the state sponsored route (though I guess there's no reason you wouldn't be successful on your husband's job)... not sure if being on the list is an indication of the likelihood of there being many jobs in that particular occupation (maybe someone else can answer that?) - I would presume so, otherwise what's the point of it being on the 'wanted' list? I'm sure someone will prove me wrong though ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raul Senise Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Both geophysicist and horse trainer are on the CSOL. This means that either of your could potentially be the main applicant, but you would require state sponsorship or employer nomination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VERYSTORMY Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 If he is a geophysicist in metals, then he may struggle for work. If he has oil experience he should be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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