If you choose to find employment in Australia, you will not be alone in your decision. Australia is one of the most popular expat destinations in the world, and the country is eager to attract skilled workers in a variety of different industries. Excellent news for recent graduates and experienced professionals, who can anticipate an abundance of opportunities in their fields.

If you are successful in obtaining a visa, however, you will have the opportunity to reside in one of the cities that is regarded as being among the most livable in the world. The Mercers 2021 Quality of Living Ranking places Sydney at number 31, up 35 positions from the previous year, while Melbourne is now at number 59, having risen 40 positions since the previous ranking. Australia, which has a population of more than 25 million people and a low unemployment rate of 5%, provides some of the highest graduate salaries available anywhere in the world. With everything that Australia has going for it, why wouldn't you want to go there to try and make your fortune?

Because there are so many places of interest to see, you will need to make effective use of the free time you have. Spend some time at Bondi Beach and the Great Barrier Reef, go on a tour of the Sydney Opera House, cruise down the Great Ocean Road, observe the red rocks of the outback, and go to Fraser Island if you have the time. There are cosmopolitan cities, national parks, and coastal locations, so you will definitely be able to find an activity that suits your interests. The presence of a common language and an annual sun count that averages 240 days are merely icing on the cake.

Jobs in Australia

The services sector is the most important contributor to Australia's economy, followed by manufacturing and then agriculture. In many large towns and cities, tourism also represents a significant economic driver. The likelihood of you finding a graduate job in a metropolitan city such as Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth, or Sydney is higher, but you shouldn't rule out the possibility of finding work in a more rural setting. If you have the appropriate experience and credentials, there is a good chance that you will be able to find work.

Graduates of all levels, on average, have a lower unemployment rate, as well as better labor market outcomes and salaries, than non-graduates. This holds true across all levels of education.

Recent growth industries include:

• construction
• education
• engineering
• healthcare
• mining and energy
• science and technology.

Visit the Labor Market Information Portal of the Australian Government for the most recent data on the Australian labor market.

According to The Australian Top 100 Graduate Employers, the following are some of the best employers for recent graduates:

1. Google Australia
2. Allens
3. Coles
4. Deloitte Australia
5. Optiver
6. Microsoft
7. ANZ
8. BHP
9. Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO)
10. AMP

If you are traveling around Australia on a Working Holiday visa, you should have no trouble finding employment while you are there. If, on the other hand, you intend to make Australia your permanent home, you will be required to submit an application for permanent positions through SkillSelect. Alternatively, you may be sponsored by an employer through the Employer Nomination Scheme. Both of these options are available to you.

Popular job sites include:

• Adzuna
• Job active - Australia
• Careerone
• GradAustralia
• GradConnection
• Seek

Newspapers on both the national and local levels as well as recruitment agencies are both resources for finding work.

POPULAR GRADUATE JOBS

• Agriculture
• Chemicals
• Food processing
• Industrial and transportation equipment
• Mining
• Steel

Skills shortages

On the website maintained by the Australian Government Department of Jobs and Small Business, the country details its current skill shortages.

At the moment, the areas with the greatest shortage of skilled workers are:

• finance
• construction
• education
• engineering
• healthcare.

Shortage occupations include:

• accountants
• diagnostic radiographers
• civil engineers
• mechanical engineers
• mechanics
• nurses
• optometrists.

Check out the National, state, and territory skill shortage information for more details as well as a comprehensive list of occupations that are in short supply.

You can find fully and partially funded courses that could help you progress your career by visiting Job Starter or Training.com.au. These websites are helpful if you are entering the workforce for the first time, changing careers, or would like to upskill.

How to Position Yourself for Employment in Australia

You submit your application in the same manner that you would for jobs in the UK.

You can apply for jobs by sending in a curriculum vitae (also known as a resume) along with a cover letter or by filling out an application form online, which follows the same format that is used in the United Kingdom.

Speculative applications have the potential to produce positive results; however, it is important to ensure that your application is customized to each individual employer.

Again, the interview process is very similar to the one that is used in the UK, and as a result, there is a possibility that you will be offered a job after being interviewed either over the phone or in person.

Working for a multinational corporation that has offices in Australia increases the likelihood that you will be able to find employment in that country. In this scenario, you can submit your resume to potential employers before moving to the country.

Before applying for roles requiring a graduate degree, it is best to already be a resident of the country and to possess the appropriate visa.

When you arrive in Australia, BUNAC not only assists you in finding work but also in establishing yourself professionally in the country.

Summer jobs

If you are between the ages of 18 and 30 and in possession of a Working Holiday visa, you have the opportunity to find casual, seasonal, or temporary work in Australia.

Because tourism is such a lucrative industry, there are plenty of jobs available for travelers in hotels, restaurants, and bars. You also have the option of working as a tour guide or a sports instructor. Picking fruit and working on farms or ranches in rural areas are two examples of the types of employment opportunities that are available in the agriculture industry.

During your time in Australia, you will also have a wealth of opportunities to participate in volunteer work. This is because there are a variety of organizations that are committed to assisting you with your experience.

• Conservation Volunteers Australia
• GoVolunteer Australia
• Seek Volunteer

Volunteering Australia is the national organization that is working to advance volunteering throughout the country. You are able to conduct a search for opportunities, discover the location of the volunteer resource center that is closest to you, and learn more about how you should be treated while volunteering.

Teaching jobs

If you want to teach in Australian schools, you will typically need to have a degree, a Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE), and at least some prior teaching experience. This is referred to as Qualified Teacher Status, or QTS.

Because English is the country's primary language, there are not many opportunities available to teach English to speakers of other languages (TEFL). However, because of the large number of international students and expats living in Australia, there is a demand for TEFL teachers in both public schools and private language academies. You will need a degree in addition to a TEFL qualification that is recognized in order to be able to teach English to speakers of other languages.

Internships

You can improve your employability by participating in a work placement or internship, which also provides you with the opportunity to network with people who might be able to assist you in finding a permanent job.

There are a lot of specialized organizations in Australia that can assist you in setting up your experience; however, the majority of them will charge you a fee for their services; therefore, before you sign up for anything, you should make sure you have a complete understanding of all the costs involved.

Try your luck in looking for jobs and internships at:

• Australian Internships
• BUNAC
• Intern Group
• Intern Options
• Placement Year International
• Travellers Worldwide

Australian visas

You will require the appropriate visa in order to work in Australia if that is your intention.

As was stated earlier, individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 are eligible to apply for a temporary visa known as the Working Holiday visa, which grants the holder the ability to travel and work in the country for up to two years. You are permitted to engage in a wide variety of work while on this visa; however, you are only allowed to spend a maximum of six months with any one employer. You have to apply for this visa in the country where you currently reside, and you should have sufficient funds to support yourself throughout your time here.

You will need to submit an application for a Skilled Migration visa in order to secure work that is more permanent. To get started, you will have to send in what's called an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect. After submitting your expression of interest (EOI), you may be extended an invitation to submit an application for a skilled migration visa. After that, you will have a total of sixty days to submit an application and nominate a profession that is included on the relevant skilled occupations list.

Your current situation and the kind of work that you intend to do will determine the kind of visa that you can apply for. You can acquire additional information by visiting the Department of immigration and Boarder Protection's Working in Australia webpage.

Language requirements

Since English is the predominant language used in business in Australia, you might be required to provide evidence of your fluency in the language for certain jobs or when applying for visas.

How to describe your experience and skills to potential employers

Because of the striking similarities between the British and Australian higher education systems, the vast majority of employers in Australia will be able to acknowledge the qualifications you earned in the United Kingdom. However, before applying for jobs, you should check with potential employers.

Check out ENIC-NARIC to learn more about how qualifications are recognized in the workplace.

Experiences gained while working in Australia

In Australia, the typical work week consists of 38 hours and runs from Monday to Friday. An employee who works full-time is eligible for four weeks of paid vacation in addition to the country's official holidays.

The following are examples of Australian national public holidays:

• New Year's Day
• Australia Day
• Good Friday
• Easter Monday
• Anzac Day
• Christmas Day
• Boxing Day.

It is important to keep in mind that the number of public holidays to which you are entitled varies widely depending on the region of the country in which you are based. The governments of the states and territories also have the authority to declare certain days as legal holidays, such as the birthday of the Queen and Labor Day.

You will be required to pay a significant amount of additional tax if you are not a resident of Australia. See the following for further details regarding tax rates and working conditions:

• Australian Taxation Office
• Australia.gov.au - Working conditions

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