Libbysmummy Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Theres a new lad starting at oakey soon so i would ask for Dalby really nice guys working up there and it would be say 3 hours to go the coast an hour into toowoomba where there are plenty of bars etc, good luck with the move Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cochita Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Hi we moved to SA last year and my husbands a mechanic he said bring your tools there more expensive over here. We shipped ours with our furniture, we used John Mason. Hope this helps, good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catbax24 Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 hi rowneee and LIbbysmummy - i was hoping you could give me some advice... my husband has been offered a job to work for blacks group in chinchilla... we have considered moving to oz since first there in 2007 and then again in 2011.... it seems to be a great opportunity and a reputable company to work for.... could either of you give us some info on the working for blacks and how you found the move? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catbax24 Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 hi rowneee and LIbbysmummy - i was hoping you could give me some advice... my husband has been offered a job to work for blacks group in chinchilla... we have considered moving to oz since first there in 2007 and then again in 2011.... it seems to be a great opportunity and a reputable company to work for.... could either of you give us some info on the working for blacks and how you found the move? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowneee Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I'm still waiting for the visa to be approved so as yet am unable to help with any queries you have however from what I hear they are a great company to work for and so far the visa application, despite the delay, has gone well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catbax24 Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 hi rowneee thanks for your info, how are you finding dealing with blacks regarding visa.... not sure if its just them or an oz thing but doesnt seem to be any urgency on getting people across - my hubby was orginally offered a post back in April, but turned it turn due to location, but then they offered him another position and again it seems to be dragged out. are you excited about the move? where are you moving from in the UK? have you family going with you are is it just you going out? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowneee Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 the actual visa side of it is nothing to do with blacks, it was all sorted my the migration agent they set up and yesterday my visa was granted. its gonna take more time the more people are on the visa, im going on my own so it was relatively quick (around 4 weeks) from when paperwork was complete. as far as being excited goes i dont think id be doing it if i wasnt, im from manchester so the chance to escape the weather is exciting on its own Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catbax24 Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 thats great your visa was granted, im sure you cant wait now to get flights etc sorted and get out to your new life. did you get your location confirmed yet? you going to roma? are blacks getting you sorted with place to stay for a bit? when you think you will be making the move, did you need to wait on your visa to be approved before getting date to go? (Sorry for all the questions im just interested as its the same employer you are going out to work for) thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowneee Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 thats great your visa was granted, im sure you cant wait now to get flights etc sorted and get out to your new life. did you get your location confirmed yet? you going to roma? are blacks getting you sorted with place to stay for a bit? when you think you will be making the move, did you need to wait on your visa to be approved before getting date to go? (Sorry for all the questions im just interested as its the same employer you are going out to work for) thanks The location it states in my contract is Roma although I think they can be flexible if you want to move due to the fact they have 7 sites but I assume I'll have to wait until I get there to find out. From what it said in the original documents and from what I was told at the interview is that accommodation will be provided for the first month which is more than enough time to find a rental, when I came over in 2010 I stayed in a backpackers for a week and was living in an apartment within a week. I'm looking at booking a flight for around the 17th, there are various airlines that offer discount flights and baggage up to 45kg for people on migrant visas(Quantas and Emirates definitely do) and I'll be getting a call tomorrow to discuss this and will report back with a price once I have one. The sensible thing to do is wait until the visa comes before sorting a date as obviously they won't let you in the country without it. Had an email from the guy from the recruitment company yesterday, last few days of winter...26 degrees, im so so soooo sad to be leaving england Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anis Mujawar Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Hi, I'm applying for vetasses trade test as motor mechanic. I need some help about practical test and interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walk on the beach Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Hi megmor I am not working in the mechanic industry at the moment but thinking about going back into it do you need to have any qualifications recognised to work as a mechanic here ? I have city and guilds level 3 light vehicle, national craft too and help would be great thanks I am living south of perth and been here 9 months walk on the beach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T22row Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 Hi my husbAnd is a pro tech for Toyota and an mot tester. He wants to know what it's like working as a mechanic in oz. Working hours, working environment, the venomous wildlife. Generally the differences between being a mechanic in oz compared to uk. I'm trying to convince my husband to make the move. ThAnks in advance ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team AB Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 Hi my husbAnd is a pro tech for Toyota and an mot tester. He wants to know what it's like working as a mechanic in oz. Working hours, working environment, the venomous wildlife. Generally the differences between being a mechanic in oz compared to uk. I'm trying to convince my husband to make the move. ThAnks in advance Hi T22row I don't know if this will help, as we haven't moved yet, but if your husband is seriously looking to make the move, we have had a fantastic experience with techs on the move. Check them out on their website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T22row Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 Thanks team ab. We have had a quick look at their site and vacancies. Did you use them? If so what do they do for you do they help you with the process from start to finish ie starting your visa application etc fab news your moving to Melbourne are you going as a mechanic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team AB Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 Thanks team ab. We have had a quick look at their site and vacancies. Did you use them? If so what do they do for you do they help you with the process from start to finish ie starting your visa application etc fab news your moving to Melbourne are you going as a mechanic? Hi. Yes, we used them and couldn't speak highly enough of them. They've helped us with EVERYTHING from the silliest questions right through to visa application (they are MARA registered). First step was a chat over Skype about opportunities and the differences between working and living in Australia compared to the UK. This chat is without any pressure whatsoever. How much it will cost you completely depends on what costs the new employer is willing to cover, but my new employer has covered most. I'm going over as a Master Technician in December. Hope this helps. If we can help further, just ask. Wishing you all the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T22row Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 That's great. After reading processes etc it's left us a little confused. If you get a job offer from an employer do you need to have a vetasses? My husband is on the team 21 with Toyota and is a pro technician and mot tester. Do you need an itels test if your pure British? Sorry these sound like silly questions lol but with someone whose doing it I would be grateful of any info you have Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team AB Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 That's great. After reading processes etc it's left us a little confused. If you get a job offer from an employer do you need to have a vetasses? My husband is on the team 21 with Toyota and is a pro technician and mot tester. Do you need an itels test if your pure British? Sorry these sound like silly questions lol but with someone whose doing it I would be grateful of any info you have Yes, it's all very confusing when you first start out in the journey! I can only go on our own experience, but, for the 457 visa, all I needed was my master technician certificate. Didn't need to do the skills assessment or the language tests. We spent a lot of time reading threads on expat forums, but, in all honesty, everyone finds their own route so it's not a one-size-fits-all. My advice would be to contact techs on the move and just have a chat with them about current opportunities they have. They won't put any pressure on you and are definitely not into the 'hard sell'. I should mention that I'm not affiliated to them in any way, just a very happy 'customer'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T22row Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 Thank you team ab your help is much appreciated hopefully won't be so daunting lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team AB Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 Thank you team ab your help is much appreciated hopefully won't be so daunting lol No problem at all, T22row, if you think we can help with any other questions, just ask. All the best to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T22row Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 One last silly question my husband has got it into his head issues with the venomous friends. Putting your hand into an engine over here what's the worst that can happen a common house snake a rat? He's panicking about the things that bite and kill after much research I can honestly say I can't find something that says a mechanic has been killed due to this what's your thoughts? Also when you had your chat with techs on the move what did you find the differences were with working in the uk compared to what your going to? Conditions of the garage life etc. Sorry about all the questions just trying to convince my husband that the few little niggles he has there is nothing to worry about. Thanks team ab you're being a great help with all your advice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team AB Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 One last silly question my husband has got it into his head issues with the venomous friends. Putting your hand into an engine over here what's the worst that can happen a common house snake a rat? He's panicking about the things that bite and kill after much research I can honestly say I can't find something that says a mechanic has been killed due to this what's your thoughts? Also when you had your chat with techs on the move what did you find the differences were with working in the uk compared to what your going to? Conditions of the garage life etc. Sorry about all the questions just trying to convince my husband that the few little niggles he has there is nothing to worry about. Thanks team ab you're being a great help with all your advice Hi T22row We didn't see the question about beasties coming! :wink: As we've said, we're not actually over there yet, but, from what we've been told, there should be nothing for you to worry about in the cities. As for working differences. Much like the UK, there are state of the art workshops and some that are not so state of the art. The dealership I'm going to has just spent $$$$ completely modernising the workshop there and, from what I've seen, it looks absolutely fantastic. A standard working week is 38 hours a week in the trade out there and, certainly we're I'm going, there is no expectation that overtime will be worked although additional hours are there if I want them. This is different to where I am now in that working overtime is expected. A lot will depend on where your husband finds a job, the size of the dealership etc so I can only tell you what I know of where I'm going to in Melbourne. Other posters on here may say different based on their own experiences. Gavin at techs on the move would be able to give your husband really good overall info and, in our experience, will be happy to speak to you about any queries/concerns you have too. Hope this helps :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T22row Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Thank you for all the info I'll get my husband to contact Gavin hope all goes well with the move and congrats on the new job ☺️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team AB Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Thank you for all the info I'll get my husband to contact Gavin hope all goes well with the move and congrats on the new job ☺️ You're very welcome, T22row. We're happy to help. Let us know how you get on and good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellyjamie Posted April 5, 2016 Share Posted April 5, 2016 Hi everyone, sorry to jump on your thread! Im looking for a Level 4 Land Rover and Jag Tech who needs sponsorship? If anyone is interested please pm me asap! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.