vixxy666 Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Hi my partner has been offered a job in Mandurah for 60k + overtime so could be up to 110K based on what the guys are working at the minute, finishing work close to home by 3.30 each day. However he got a call today regarding work in Mackey they would pay relocation, flights etc and help out with the move, but i hadnt really looked into Queensland so its thrown us the money is probebly closer to 100K not sure of much else as yet but initial where unsure of what the area is like and really liked the look of mandurah and the fact Perths got lots of Brits so a bit of familiarity. Any opinions would be great Cheers Vix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Hi my partner has been offered a job in Mandurah for 60k + overtime so could be up to 110K based on what the guys are working at the minute, finishing work close to home by 3.30 each day.However he got a call today regarding work in Mackey they would pay relocation, flights etc and help out with the move, but i hadnt really looked into Queensland so its thrown us the money is probebly closer to 100K not sure of much else as yet but initial where unsure of what the area is like and really liked the look of mandurah and the fact Perths got lots of Brits so a bit of familiarity. Any opinions would be great Cheers Vix G'day mate, depends a great deal on what your lifestyle is; tropical living, or 4 seasons. Not having been to Mandurah for better than 48 years, I can't comment on the lifestyle now, but it was strictly a holiday/retirement town when I used to go there in the '60s. Mackay is a progressive, small city, that is rather expensive due to the coal mining boom in the hinterland. Possibly better beaches and hinterland areas to visit. And the Whitsundays not too far away... Cheers, Bobj. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vixxy666 Posted August 24, 2011 Author Share Posted August 24, 2011 hey thanks for your reply. having looked into mandurah it had what we were looking for with regards to outdoor lifestyle and good restaurants etc but having a look at what i can find on Mackay it looks pretty similar, I guess we'll just have to decide on each jobs merit and see where we land I'm sure we'll love either place and either way it's an adventure last thing I'm an analytical chemist any idea on prospects in related industry in or around Mackay? thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Can't help you re analytical chemists' work, maybe Eera can add a note when she comes on. Cheers, Bobj. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie ellis Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 better fishing in mandra:cute: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 better fishing in mandra:cute: Bugga...forgot about that, Stevie.:wink: Cheers, Bobj. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie ellis Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 :laugh::laugh:and thers me thinking you wud bite :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eera Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 Cheers Bob There's a thriving industry with coal petrography and contamination analysis in Mackay, I don't know if that's something you can do. Google SGS and ALS who both do analysis for heavy metals, pesticides etc. I know one of the ladies from SGS drives out to various minesites and does some form of on-site chemistry in the prep plants (she did tell me about it but we were in a restaurant at the time and the pudding menu got my full attention) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vixxy666 Posted August 25, 2011 Author Share Posted August 25, 2011 Thanks Eera! I think Mackay has won over looks like hes got a really good job offer so he'll be on his way shortly! That kind of work sounds like something I could turn my hand to so ill definately have a look into it. Thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eera Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 If you want I can forward a CV to my contacts at SGS and see if they would be able to help. PM if it would suit you. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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