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Success stories for people employed in Facility Management industry

cen28cen28 MelbournePosts: 24Member
Hello everyone,

Is there anyone who has a successful employment experience in facility management or building operations and maintenance industry? Or someone working with CBRE, Jones Lang, Hays, and other FM companies?

Hope you could share your story here. Thank you!

Mechanical Engineer ANZCO 233512
09.26.2015 || Passed IELTS, Overall Band 7.0
01.17.2016 || Submitted EA MSA application, Fast Track
01.22.2016 || Received Positive Outcome from EA, Professional Engineer
01.23.2016 || Lodged EOI, 65pts for 189 & 70pts for 190
02.03.2016 || Received ITA for 189

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  • chollecholle Sydney
    Posts: 403Member
    Joined: Nov 21, 2013
    Curious about this too. I worked in the same industry in Singapore, so I would consider this if there are any good opportunities.

    Occupation: Other Spatial Scientist (ANZSCO Code 232214)
    30 Nov 2013 - IELTS Academic R8.5 W8 L8.5 S9 / Overall 8.5
    10 Feb 2014 - Skills Assessment (VETASSESS)
    23 May 2014 - VETASSESS Outcome: Positive
    27 May 2014 - EOI (70 points)
    9 Jun 2014 - Visa invitation received, application lodged (SI189)
    2 Jul 2014 - CO allocation
    6 Aug 2014 - Visa granted (IED 4 Jul 2015)
    11 Oct 2014 - Moved to Sydney
    20 Oct 2014 - Job offer
    29 Oct 2014 - Start of work
    17-26 Dec 2014 - Dog at Sydney quarantine
    24 Dec 2014 - Partner's initial entry (Maligayang Pasko!)
    16 May 2017 - Purchase first property
    17 Oct 2018 - Citizenship application lodged (Council: City of Sydney)
    8 Jul 2019: Test invite
    20 Aug 2019: Test: (originally 20/9/19)
    21 Aug 2019: Citizenship Approved
    31 October 2019: Citizenship Ceremony 🇦🇺

  • cen28cen28 Melbourne
    Posts: 24Member
    Joined: Jun 09, 2014
    @cholle have you pursued coming down under? Kamusta na?

    Mechanical Engineer ANZCO 233512
    09.26.2015 || Passed IELTS, Overall Band 7.0
    01.17.2016 || Submitted EA MSA application, Fast Track
    01.22.2016 || Received Positive Outcome from EA, Professional Engineer
    01.23.2016 || Lodged EOI, 65pts for 189 & 70pts for 190
    02.03.2016 || Received ITA for 189

  • chollecholle Sydney
    Posts: 403Member
    Joined: Nov 21, 2013
    @cen28 hello! I've been in Sydney for 2.5 years na. When I received job offers I had a choice between facilities management and strata management - I chose strata hehe. Ikaw?

    Occupation: Other Spatial Scientist (ANZSCO Code 232214)
    30 Nov 2013 - IELTS Academic R8.5 W8 L8.5 S9 / Overall 8.5
    10 Feb 2014 - Skills Assessment (VETASSESS)
    23 May 2014 - VETASSESS Outcome: Positive
    27 May 2014 - EOI (70 points)
    9 Jun 2014 - Visa invitation received, application lodged (SI189)
    2 Jul 2014 - CO allocation
    6 Aug 2014 - Visa granted (IED 4 Jul 2015)
    11 Oct 2014 - Moved to Sydney
    20 Oct 2014 - Job offer
    29 Oct 2014 - Start of work
    17-26 Dec 2014 - Dog at Sydney quarantine
    24 Dec 2014 - Partner's initial entry (Maligayang Pasko!)
    16 May 2017 - Purchase first property
    17 Oct 2018 - Citizenship application lodged (Council: City of Sydney)
    8 Jul 2019: Test invite
    20 Aug 2019: Test: (originally 20/9/19)
    21 Aug 2019: Citizenship Approved
    31 October 2019: Citizenship Ceremony 🇦🇺

  • cen28cen28 Melbourne
    Posts: 24Member
    Joined: Jun 09, 2014
    I'm working as a facility engineer na in a data centre in Melbourne, though we migrated last year lang. Worth it nman ang effort coming here, pero very challenging sa simula. How are you going with the job?

    Mechanical Engineer ANZCO 233512
    09.26.2015 || Passed IELTS, Overall Band 7.0
    01.17.2016 || Submitted EA MSA application, Fast Track
    01.22.2016 || Received Positive Outcome from EA, Professional Engineer
    01.23.2016 || Lodged EOI, 65pts for 189 & 70pts for 190
    02.03.2016 || Received ITA for 189

  • chollecholle Sydney
    Posts: 403Member
    Joined: Nov 21, 2013
    @cen28 Madali lang ako naka-adapt kasi pareho lang legislation ng NSW and sa Sg. Busy sa amin. May bagong eklat sila lagi in strata/body corp management so need to be on your toes lagi. Malaki yung portfolio ko ngayon. Actually second company ko na 'to. Yung una boutique agency, etong company ko ngayon part ng malaking corporation. I think I'll stick to this industry for now.

    Occupation: Other Spatial Scientist (ANZSCO Code 232214)
    30 Nov 2013 - IELTS Academic R8.5 W8 L8.5 S9 / Overall 8.5
    10 Feb 2014 - Skills Assessment (VETASSESS)
    23 May 2014 - VETASSESS Outcome: Positive
    27 May 2014 - EOI (70 points)
    9 Jun 2014 - Visa invitation received, application lodged (SI189)
    2 Jul 2014 - CO allocation
    6 Aug 2014 - Visa granted (IED 4 Jul 2015)
    11 Oct 2014 - Moved to Sydney
    20 Oct 2014 - Job offer
    29 Oct 2014 - Start of work
    17-26 Dec 2014 - Dog at Sydney quarantine
    24 Dec 2014 - Partner's initial entry (Maligayang Pasko!)
    16 May 2017 - Purchase first property
    17 Oct 2018 - Citizenship application lodged (Council: City of Sydney)
    8 Jul 2019: Test invite
    20 Aug 2019: Test: (originally 20/9/19)
    21 Aug 2019: Citizenship Approved
    31 October 2019: Citizenship Ceremony 🇦🇺

  • cen28cen28 Melbourne
    Posts: 24Member
    Joined: Jun 09, 2014
    Good to hear you are doing well. Keep it up!

    Mechanical Engineer ANZCO 233512
    09.26.2015 || Passed IELTS, Overall Band 7.0
    01.17.2016 || Submitted EA MSA application, Fast Track
    01.22.2016 || Received Positive Outcome from EA, Professional Engineer
    01.23.2016 || Lodged EOI, 65pts for 189 & 70pts for 190
    02.03.2016 || Received ITA for 189

  • jiomarianojiomariano Clark, Philippines
    Posts: 233Member
    Joined: Aug 15, 2015
    @cen28 Hi Sir! What made you say na challenging sa simula? Mahirap ba yung job seeking and all? Just lodged an application myself so I'm keen on knowing what to expect once nakarating na dyan :) Thanks!
  • cen28cen28 Melbourne
    Posts: 24Member
    Joined: Jun 09, 2014
    Hi @jiomariano, almost 3 months ako naghintay before ako nakaKuha ng job related sa FM. I worked as a facilities coordinator with AMP for a month before ako na-hire as a facility engineer, which I prefer. In my case, the reason why I said it's challenging is because sobrang technical ng job na napasok ko. I used to be a facility manager abroad which is mostly management related. Kya kailangan mgCope up ng mabilis dahil masyadong mabilis at sharp ang mga colleagues ko, pero sa simula lang mahirap nman. Apart from that, to be honest, mahirap tlga makakuha ng work dito. Pero possible, what you need are connections with the right people and enough work experience. PM me bro for anything, i might be of help. Cheers!

    Mechanical Engineer ANZCO 233512
    09.26.2015 || Passed IELTS, Overall Band 7.0
    01.17.2016 || Submitted EA MSA application, Fast Track
    01.22.2016 || Received Positive Outcome from EA, Professional Engineer
    01.23.2016 || Lodged EOI, 65pts for 189 & 70pts for 190
    02.03.2016 || Received ITA for 189

  • jiomarianojiomariano Clark, Philippines
    Posts: 233Member
    Joined: Aug 15, 2015
    @cen28 Thanks Sir! Kahit paano mapprepare ko na yung sarili ko sa magiging adjustment phase while job seeking and during the first few months. I'll keep that in mind Sir, thanks! Target is Melboure too since my relatives are there
  • cen28cen28 Melbourne
    Posts: 24Member
    Joined: Jun 09, 2014
    Oh, see you around soon here in Melb. And also, build your connection through LinkedIn, that's where I got my job offers, hindi sa seek, at least in my case.

    Mechanical Engineer ANZCO 233512
    09.26.2015 || Passed IELTS, Overall Band 7.0
    01.17.2016 || Submitted EA MSA application, Fast Track
    01.22.2016 || Received Positive Outcome from EA, Professional Engineer
    01.23.2016 || Lodged EOI, 65pts for 189 & 70pts for 190
    02.03.2016 || Received ITA for 189

  • jdcjdc singapore
    Posts: 1Member
    Joined: Dec 02, 2016
    sir pa connect naman sa linkedIn nyo FM din ako dati nung base pa sa SG just recently arrived dito sa Au and actively seeking a FM job. Salamat
  • cen28cen28 Melbourne
    Posts: 24Member
    Joined: Jun 09, 2014
    Sure bro, pm tau.

    Mechanical Engineer ANZCO 233512
    09.26.2015 || Passed IELTS, Overall Band 7.0
    01.17.2016 || Submitted EA MSA application, Fast Track
    01.22.2016 || Received Positive Outcome from EA, Professional Engineer
    01.23.2016 || Lodged EOI, 65pts for 189 & 70pts for 190
    02.03.2016 || Received ITA for 189

  • jedh_gjedh_g Perth WA
    Posts: 1,413Member, Moderator
    Joined: Mar 11, 2015
    @cen28 bro trying to send you a PM but can't get thru with your username. Interested to penetrate into FM as I have a background in data centre central VAV systems for high rise buildings when I was still in the Philippines. I am formerly working in JLL as FM. Currently I am here in Perth with my family. And currently seeking a FT job role in facilities engineering. Thanks

    Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189: ANZSCO 233512 Mechanical Engineer


    Feb. 12, 2016 - Begin PTE-A review & booked exam at Trident
    Mar. 21, 2016 - PTE academic Exam Result PASSED
    (L:66, R:73, S:80, W:67); Thank you Lord!
    LINK http://pinoyau.info/discussion/4233/pte-academic/p156
    Mar. 28, 2016 - Agent updated EOI. Awaiting next round of 189
    April 7, 2016 - Received NSW invite (Visa 190)
    April 13, 2016 - Received 189 invite (8:56 AM). Thank you Lord!
    May 21, 2016 - VISA fee paid to MA. DIBP application received
    May 25, 2016 - NBI clearance certificate forwarded to MA
    May 30, 2016 - 1st CO contact, Team Adelaide (Medicals asked)
    May 31, 2016 - SLEC medical exams with family. Thank you Lord!
    June 1, 2016 - Submit to agent CO request (Wife's NBI, Medicals)
    June 7, 2016 - Youngest son undergone x-ray at SLEC (2nd visit)
    June 14, 2016 - ALL family members "COMPLETED" status to DIBP on medicals
    June 29, 2016 - 2nd CO contact. Requested FORM 815 for son.
    August 4, 2016 VISA GRANT thank you LORD
    August 19, 2016 - PDOS at CFO
    October 26, 2016 - Flight to Sydney (then, fly to Western Australia)
    http://ozbound.goodtimelines.com/timeline/ticker/jedh_g

    Dec. 8, 2016 - Reunited with whole family at Perth

    March 15, 2017 - Landed my first job in WA as pressure vessel inspector (Engineering & Mfg Tradesperson job class)

    JOSHUA 1:9 - I command you. Be strong and steadfast!
    Do not fear nor be dismayed for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.

  • cen28cen28 Melbourne
    Posts: 24Member
    Joined: Jun 09, 2014
    @jedh_g Ei bro kamusta job search mo? Kelan ka pa dito? By the way, most FM jobs are in Melbourne or Sydney. Can you try to PM me again, or we can connect through LinkedIn if you like.

    Mechanical Engineer ANZCO 233512
    09.26.2015 || Passed IELTS, Overall Band 7.0
    01.17.2016 || Submitted EA MSA application, Fast Track
    01.22.2016 || Received Positive Outcome from EA, Professional Engineer
    01.23.2016 || Lodged EOI, 65pts for 189 & 70pts for 190
    02.03.2016 || Received ITA for 189

  • rvrecabarrvrecabar Philippines
    Posts: 309Member
    Joined: May 29, 2017
    @cen28 Bro how about networking/systems/telephony jobs jan sa work mo? Meron ba? Target ko din is Melbourne. I am trying to get as much connections as I can before going there. I am still in the visa process though.
  • rvrecabarrvrecabar Philippines
    Posts: 309Member
    Joined: May 29, 2017
    I know sa FM ka or sa data center. Ako kasi more of the technology inside the data center like networking/Telephony and a few server management experience.
  • jedh_gjedh_g Perth WA
    Posts: 1,413Member, Moderator
    Joined: Mar 11, 2015
    @cen28 connect with me thru LinkedIn so we could send PM. I'm still here at Perth bro.

    Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189: ANZSCO 233512 Mechanical Engineer


    Feb. 12, 2016 - Begin PTE-A review & booked exam at Trident
    Mar. 21, 2016 - PTE academic Exam Result PASSED
    (L:66, R:73, S:80, W:67); Thank you Lord!
    LINK http://pinoyau.info/discussion/4233/pte-academic/p156
    Mar. 28, 2016 - Agent updated EOI. Awaiting next round of 189
    April 7, 2016 - Received NSW invite (Visa 190)
    April 13, 2016 - Received 189 invite (8:56 AM). Thank you Lord!
    May 21, 2016 - VISA fee paid to MA. DIBP application received
    May 25, 2016 - NBI clearance certificate forwarded to MA
    May 30, 2016 - 1st CO contact, Team Adelaide (Medicals asked)
    May 31, 2016 - SLEC medical exams with family. Thank you Lord!
    June 1, 2016 - Submit to agent CO request (Wife's NBI, Medicals)
    June 7, 2016 - Youngest son undergone x-ray at SLEC (2nd visit)
    June 14, 2016 - ALL family members "COMPLETED" status to DIBP on medicals
    June 29, 2016 - 2nd CO contact. Requested FORM 815 for son.
    August 4, 2016 VISA GRANT thank you LORD
    August 19, 2016 - PDOS at CFO
    October 26, 2016 - Flight to Sydney (then, fly to Western Australia)
    http://ozbound.goodtimelines.com/timeline/ticker/jedh_g

    Dec. 8, 2016 - Reunited with whole family at Perth

    March 15, 2017 - Landed my first job in WA as pressure vessel inspector (Engineering & Mfg Tradesperson job class)

    JOSHUA 1:9 - I command you. Be strong and steadfast!
    Do not fear nor be dismayed for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.

  • jedh_gjedh_g Perth WA
    Posts: 1,413Member, Moderator
    Joined: Mar 11, 2015
    edited August 2017
    @cen28 my LinkedIn could be searched. I started here at Perth since October 2016. Keep in touch bro.

    Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189: ANZSCO 233512 Mechanical Engineer


    Feb. 12, 2016 - Begin PTE-A review & booked exam at Trident
    Mar. 21, 2016 - PTE academic Exam Result PASSED
    (L:66, R:73, S:80, W:67); Thank you Lord!
    LINK http://pinoyau.info/discussion/4233/pte-academic/p156
    Mar. 28, 2016 - Agent updated EOI. Awaiting next round of 189
    April 7, 2016 - Received NSW invite (Visa 190)
    April 13, 2016 - Received 189 invite (8:56 AM). Thank you Lord!
    May 21, 2016 - VISA fee paid to MA. DIBP application received
    May 25, 2016 - NBI clearance certificate forwarded to MA
    May 30, 2016 - 1st CO contact, Team Adelaide (Medicals asked)
    May 31, 2016 - SLEC medical exams with family. Thank you Lord!
    June 1, 2016 - Submit to agent CO request (Wife's NBI, Medicals)
    June 7, 2016 - Youngest son undergone x-ray at SLEC (2nd visit)
    June 14, 2016 - ALL family members "COMPLETED" status to DIBP on medicals
    June 29, 2016 - 2nd CO contact. Requested FORM 815 for son.
    August 4, 2016 VISA GRANT thank you LORD
    August 19, 2016 - PDOS at CFO
    October 26, 2016 - Flight to Sydney (then, fly to Western Australia)
    http://ozbound.goodtimelines.com/timeline/ticker/jedh_g

    Dec. 8, 2016 - Reunited with whole family at Perth

    March 15, 2017 - Landed my first job in WA as pressure vessel inspector (Engineering & Mfg Tradesperson job class)

    JOSHUA 1:9 - I command you. Be strong and steadfast!
    Do not fear nor be dismayed for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.

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