hookturn Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 The level of unemployment is rising in oz and yet lots of migrants coming in. Is it going to get better in oz or will the situation just worsen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azh Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Are the majority of unemployed skilled workers tho? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VERYSTORMY Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Are the majority of unemployed skilled workers tho? 36% is the last stat for Brit ex pats leaving. It is expected to go over 50% in the coming year. There are plenty of skilled workers unemployed - the immigration lists should never be regarded as actual job availability. My own occupation is still available (even though our proffessional body has begged for its remova) and we have a 40% unemployment rate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azh Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Fair enough! As a chef tho, I find it hard to see how I would struggle to find work (low end or high end) On topic tho.... I have no idea, hopefully it will sort it's self out with growth providing extra jobs etc.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckleface Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 36% is the last stat for Brit ex pats leaving. It is expected to go over 50% in the coming year. There are plenty of skilled workers unemployed - the immigration lists should never be regarded as actual job availability. My own occupation is still available (even though our proffessional body has begged for its remova) and we have a 40% unemployment rate. What is the source you are using for the stat and projection? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuffythetugboat Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 There are a lot of skilled workers in the LNG construction game working on 6 large projects around Australia at the moment employing somewhere around 20 to 30,000 people. In about 2 to 3 years time, with no more big projects to take their place, there will be a lot of these workers chasing the few jobs remaining. With our current government in power, who actively encourage companies to engage foreign labour on lower rates of pay on these type of jobs, the future isn't bright. In my opinion the Australian standard of living will soon be on a slope matching the current direction of the A$. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxlornaxx Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Depends what jobs..plenty of mh nurse jobs.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxlornaxx Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Also see alot of chef vacancies. .dnt think its gloom for everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Que Sera Sera Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 I'd imagine a lot leaving the country would be 457's that are no longer needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifi69 Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Can only speak about Perth...but def a turndown happening. as mentioned certain occupations still in demand, but if talking about what's on the wanted list as a whole, then no. Personally if I was coming to Perth at the moment without a job, I would say get out there and network, talk to as many people as you can, not only recruiters or companies but the guy stood next to you in the restaurant/pub. I see many posts saying I'm finding it hard to get work in my field, but then I know other people with the same skills, who within a week have work lined up. The difference to me seems to be, they have befriended someone, who knows someone and got invited to the barbie, then chatted and said they were looking for work in xxxx field. even for my own family 3 out of 5 of us got full time work that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gbye grey sky Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Can only speak about Perth...but def a turndown happening. as mentioned certain occupations still in demand, but if talking about what's on the wanted list as a whole, then no. Personally if I was coming to Perth at the moment without a job, I would say get out there and network, talk to as many people as you can, not only recruiters or companies but the guy stood next to you in the restaurant/pub. I see many posts saying I'm finding it hard to get work in my field, but then I know other people with the same skills, who within a week have work lined up. The difference to me seems to be, they have befriended someone, who knows someone and got invited to the barbie, then chatted and said they were looking for work in xxxx field. even for my own family 3 out of 5 of us got full time work that way. Much the same in the UK I find. My current job came through someone I know and am certain I would not have had a look in if just applying. My OH is the same. Recruiting is such a lottery for employers and massively time consuming even if you use expensive agencies so little wonder they plump for someone they know or someone who comes recommended from someone they know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quoll Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Australia generally lags the UK by 4-5 years or so, so wait 4 or 5 years and it'll be on the up again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Que Sera Sera Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Can only speak about Perth...but def a turndown happening. as mentioned certain occupations still in demand, but if talking about what's on the wanted list as a whole, then no. Personally if I was coming to Perth at the moment without a job, I would say get out there and network, talk to as many people as you can, not only recruiters or companies but the guy stood next to you in the restaurant/pub. I see many posts saying I'm finding it hard to get work in my field, but then I know other people with the same skills, who within a week have work lined up. The difference to me seems to be, they have befriended someone, who knows someone and got invited to the barbie, then chatted and said they were looking for work in xxxx field. even for my own family 3 out of 5 of us got full time work that way. I agree a lot don't even seem to bother to advertise. They just ask current staff if they know of anyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambethlad Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 A recession is predicted for Oz next year. The Abbott govt is not doing much for business confidence. Tourism is one thing that might pick up as the dollar drops further. There is always a strong demand for chefs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuffythetugboat Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 A recession is predicted for Oz next year. The Abbott govt is not doing much for business confidence. Tourism is one thing that might pick up as the dollar drops further. There is always a strong demand for chefs. Abbott does even less for the workers confidence in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hookturn Posted December 28, 2014 Author Share Posted December 28, 2014 36% is the last stat for Brit ex pats leaving. It is expected to go over 50% in the coming year. There are plenty of skilled workers unemployed - the immigration lists should never be regarded as actual job availability. My own occupation is still available (even though our proffessional body has begged for its remova) and we have a 40% unemployment rate. where did you get the stats of brits returning to uk? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wellers and Whitehead Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 My other half is a chef. .Was in Sydney. .He loved it..better paid. .better standards. .He got to work in most of the iconic buildings etc..You will enjoy it I'm sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peach Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Meanwhile, in other news: More expat workers are coming home to Australia and staying for the jobs THE gap between the number of workers who are leaving Australia for jobs and those returning to further their careers is widening — with more staff than ever choosing to come back to work on home soil. http://www.news.com.au/finance/work/more-expat-workers-are-coming-home-to-australia-and-staying-for-the-jobs/story-fnkgbb3b-122716720514 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrutineer Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Like Britain, Australia has chosen an economic model which is hollowing out the nation. Its manufacturing has all but collapsed and it relies solely on exporting minerals and metals, which is now a totally irresponsible 50% of its entire economy. Much of this goes to China, which is now deliberately slowing its economy so it doesn't overheat. The result will be a major shock in Australia, but it was all totally predictable, if that is any consolation. On the upside, the Australians are much better at running an immigration than anyone else so there should be a response to this in good time, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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