Project Administrator- Working in Africa for Australian company...can they sponsor me

[Guest joireland]

Hi All,

 

Was wondering if anyone could shed some light on my situation.

I am employed by an Australian company working in the mining industry in West Africa. I am contracted from Europe. I have not asked them about sponsorship, as I do not know my options, seeing as though I am contracted from Europe. Could they sponsor me even though I work in Africa? I work on a seven weeks on three weeks off roster.

My options for applying for my own visa look slim as I do not have enough points regarding work experience, even though I have been in a project admin role now for the past couple of years.:arghh:

 

Would anyone be able to help me with this?

 

Many thanks everyone and good luck for the new year with everyone's applications!!

[Guest]

Assuming that Australian part of the business is an established company, chances are they could sponsor you for a 457 visa. (the criteria for eligibility is listed here: http://www.aph.gov.au/house/committee/mig/457visas/report/appendixe.pdf). Good luck )