Applying for Work in AUS while outside the country

aperfectcircle9991 · February 21

Hi! I am currently engaged in a discussion with a potential employer in AUS but there are few red flags so I don't know if the opportunity is a scam.
1. The employer is asking me to look for a migration agency to who they would work with to process my PR without going through any work visa.
2. for 3 month, I will be working offshore and then move to AUS, afterwards.

Ozdrims · February 21

1)Look for a reputable MA and as long as you’re not forking out any money is worth to try , check if the company is legit too

2)Look at processing times for example an employer sponsored visa is a good option although 3 months may be too optimistic . What type of visa they intend to process for you?

aperfectcircle9991 · February 21

The company seems to be legit. They have an account in Lindedin. Same goes for their employees

They said they eoukd start applying me for PR in 3 months. They have contacts in immigration that would speed up the process

aperfectcircle9991 · February 21

Is my scenario common?

era222 · February 21

@aperfectcircle9991 said:
Is my scenario common?

Maybe sharing your profession will help? But it's fairly common naman for employer sponsorships.

One of my acquaintances had a similar case, though not sure if diretsong PR na visa nya or any other specifics. But in a span of 5 months from starting her job hunt to getting employed, she was able to fly to Melbourne agad for her job. She's in the PR industry.

Cerberus13 · February 21

It happens for some industries.

RheaMARN1171933 · February 21

I don’t see any red flags. Most companies these days would get their own agent to apply to sponsor you. Once that’s approved, the candidate will shoulder the cost for the actual visa application, this includes getting an agent to assist. Hope that helps. I’ve had clients who have been sponsored whilst we are processing their skilled visas.

Just be mindful, the employer sponsored visa 482 is a temporary one. Use it as your quick entry to Australia but your aim should be securing a PR visa asap ie 189,190,491 to secure your future in Australia and just so you’re not tied in with the employer for a long time. We’ve had a number of clients we’ve helped with this approach 👍

aperfectcircle9991 · February 22

@era222 said:

@aperfectcircle9991 said:
Is my scenario common?

Maybe sharing your profession will help? But it's fairly common naman for employer sponsorships.

One of my acquaintances had a similar case, though not sure if diretsong PR na visa nya or any other specifics. But in a span of 5 months from starting her job hunt to getting employed, she was able to fly to Melbourne agad for her job. She's in the PR industry.

HI! I applied as a computer programmer. It just felt a bit awkward to me because I thought once I took the job, the employer would take care of the rest (e.g. visa processing) . And I couldn't believe that after 3 months I could get from being hired, I can get my PR visa.

aperfectcircle9991 · February 22

@RheaMARN1171933 said:
I don’t see any red flags. Most companies these days would get their own agent to apply to sponsor you. Once that’s approved, the candidate will shoulder the cost for the actual visa application, this includes getting an agent to assist. Hope that helps. I’ve had clients who have been sponsored whilst we are processing their skilled visas.

Just be mindful, the employer sponsored visa 482 is a temporary one. Use it as your quick entry to Australia but your aim should be securing a PR visa asap ie 189,190,491 to secure your future in Australia and just so you’re not tied in with the employer for a long time. We’ve had a number of clients we’ve helped with this approach 👍

In my case, no working visa is offered. THey said they would work with a migration agent of my choice to help with the PR visa application.

mathilde9 · February 22

@aperfectcircle9991 said:

@era222 said:

@aperfectcircle9991 said:
Is my scenario common?

Maybe sharing your profession will help? But it's fairly common naman for employer sponsorships.

One of my acquaintances had a similar case, though not sure if diretsong PR na visa nya or any other specifics. But in a span of 5 months from starting her job hunt to getting employed, she was able to fly to Melbourne agad for her job. She's in the PR industry.

HI! I applied as a computer programmer. It just felt a bit awkward to me because I thought once I took the job, the employer would take care of the rest (e.g. visa processing) . And I couldn't believe that after 3 months I could get from being hired, I can get my PR visa.

If I were you, I'll take that. As for your last sentence, may be the concept is not getting a PR visa right after 3 months, but instead be able to apply for a permanent residency pathway visa after -- those are 2 different things. Say for example, if you're a TSS 482 visa holder - then you can apply for 186 (?) after a certain period. But, if they guarantee that you'll be a PR right away, then that's the doubtful part. Clarify with them the stages/options/restrictions if any.

482 visa fee is already reasonable, and kayang kaya mo yun bawiin shortly if the company is offering you a decent salary. Galingan mo with the negotiation, maybe they can also offer you a relocation package. Okay nga yang ganyan, that means your skillset is a gem to them hence the sponsorship. Is it direct hire or through a headhunter?

@aperfectcircle9991 said:
In my case, no working visa is offered. THey said they would work with a migration agent of my choice to help with the PR visa application.

Wala talaga silang working visa na maiooffer sa iyo. Green flag na to that they let you choose a migration agent to process it. Marami naman dyan. Goodluck!

RheaMARN1171933 · February 22

@aperfectcircle9991 said:

@RheaMARN1171933 said:
I don’t see any red flags. Most companies these days would get their own agent to apply to sponsor you. Once that’s approved, the candidate will shoulder the cost for the actual visa application, this includes getting an agent to assist. Hope that helps. I’ve had clients who have been sponsored whilst we are processing their skilled visas.

Just be mindful, the employer sponsored visa 482 is a temporary one. Use it as your quick entry to Australia but your aim should be securing a PR visa asap ie 189,190,491 to secure your future in Australia and just so you’re not tied in with the employer for a long time. We’ve had a number of clients we’ve helped with this approach 👍

In my case, no working visa is offered. THey said they would work with a migration agent of my choice to help with the PR visa application.

Hmm…how does that work then? If they are offering employment sponsorship then makes sense. If 186 visa is what they meant which is PR employment sponsored it still makes sense. Perhaps they can only help with job offer instead of sponsorship. You need to know more details from them I’m afraid.

moi · February 22

@era222 said:

@aperfectcircle9991 said:
Is my scenario common?

Maybe sharing your profession will help? But it's fairly common naman for employer sponsorships.

One of my acquaintances had a similar case, though not sure if diretsong PR na visa nya or any other specifics. But in a span of 5 months from starting her job hunt to getting employed, she was able to fly to Melbourne agad for her job. She's in the PR industry.

Hi, may I know what company is this? I am also in PR industry but my school falls under section 2

aperfectcircle9991 · February 22

@mathilde9 said:

@aperfectcircle9991 said:

@era222 said:

@aperfectcircle9991 said:
Is my scenario common?

Maybe sharing your profession will help? But it's fairly common naman for employer sponsorships.

One of my acquaintances had a similar case, though not sure if diretsong PR na visa nya or any other specifics. But in a span of 5 months from starting her job hunt to getting employed, she was able to fly to Melbourne agad for her job. She's in the PR industry.

HI! I applied as a computer programmer. It just felt a bit awkward to me because I thought once I took the job, the employer would take care of the rest (e.g. visa processing) . And I couldn't believe that after 3 months I could get from being hired, I can get my PR visa.

If I were you, I'll take that. As for your last sentence, may be the concept is not getting a PR visa right after 3 months, but instead be able to apply for a permanent residency pathway visa after -- those are 2 different things. Say for example, if you're a TSS 482 visa holder - then you can apply for 186 (?) after a certain period. But, if they guarantee that you'll be a PR right away, then that's the doubtful part. Clarify with them the stages/options/restrictions if any.

482 visa fee is already reasonable, and kayang kaya mo yun bawiin shortly if the company is offering you a decent salary. Galingan mo with the negotiation, maybe they can also offer you a relocation package. Okay nga yang ganyan, that means your skillset is a gem to them hence the sponsorship. Is it direct hire or through a headhunter?

@aperfectcircle9991 said:
In my case, no working visa is offered. THey said they would work with a migration agent of my choice to help with the PR visa application.

Wala talaga silang working visa na maiooffer sa iyo. Green flag na to that they let you choose a migration agent to process it. Marami naman dyan. Goodluck!

Hi! Thank you for answer. I think your perspective has given me an idea of what questions to ask to put myself at ease.

aperfectcircle9991 · February 22

@RheaMARN1171933 said:

@aperfectcircle9991 said:

@RheaMARN1171933 said:
I don’t see any red flags. Most companies these days would get their own agent to apply to sponsor you. Once that’s approved, the candidate will shoulder the cost for the actual visa application, this includes getting an agent to assist. Hope that helps. I’ve had clients who have been sponsored whilst we are processing their skilled visas.

Just be mindful, the employer sponsored visa 482 is a temporary one. Use it as your quick entry to Australia but your aim should be securing a PR visa asap ie 189,190,491 to secure your future in Australia and just so you’re not tied in with the employer for a long time. We’ve had a number of clients we’ve helped with this approach 👍

In my case, no working visa is offered. THey said they would work with a migration agent of my choice to help with the PR visa application.

Hmm…how does that work then? If they are offering employment sponsorship then makes sense. If 186 visa is what they meant which is PR employment sponsored it still makes sense. Perhaps they can only help with job offer instead of sponsorship. You need to know more details from them I’m afraid.

Thank you! I will clarify with them

aperfectcircle9991 · February 22

@moi said:

@era222 said:

@aperfectcircle9991 said:
Is my scenario common?

Maybe sharing your profession will help? But it's fairly common naman for employer sponsorships.

One of my acquaintances had a similar case, though not sure if diretsong PR na visa nya or any other specifics. But in a span of 5 months from starting her job hunt to getting employed, she was able to fly to Melbourne agad for her job. She's in the PR industry.

Hi, may I know what company is this? I am also in PR industry but my school falls under section 2

It is a small consultancy based in Brisbane and Melbourne.

aperfectcircle9991 · February 22

Thank you for all your answers!

batangmanlalakbay · March 24

Hello po, asking for a friend..
Ano po mga pwedeng applyan na agency para makapagwork sa AU?
Electrician ang friend ko with decades of experience sa barko.
Mid-50s na sya kaya ok lang kahit wala ng PR pathway. Gusto lang talaga makapagwork na onshore sa AU.
Salamat po!

Rizal28 · April 27

Hello guys!!! Bago lang kami ng wife ko dito sa Canberra at naghahanap po ako ng work related sa career at industry ko. Almost 10 years ako sa Singapore at 6 months sa Philippines na ang field ay sa Construction Industry, bale more on Project Management ang role ko as a Project Manager / Senior Project Engineer / Project Engineer at ang degree ko ay Electrical Engineer. Any recommendation po na mga companies na may job opening kahit Project Engineer - Electrical? Salamat po.

mathilde9 · April 27

Sir @Rizal28 akala ko spam muntik ko na po ireport ang posts sa dami. Hehe. v^_^
Sana po ay may makatulong sa inyo soonest sa job hunting. Meron din po sasagot dyan, baka tulog na yung iba.

Natry nyo po ba sa seek and indeed maghanap? And workforce australia? Madami pong vacancy doon. Thanks.

Rizal28 · April 27

@mathilde9 before po kami mag-arrive dito sa Canberra ay almost 2 months po ako nagpapasa sa Seek at Indeed until a week ng stay namin dito sa Canberra. Mejo negative po lagi ang respond at wapang reply sa email. Hope meron na makarecommend po na may available opening para sa field ko. Salamat po

mathilde9 · April 27

@Rizal28 said:
@mathilde9 before po kami mag-arrive dito sa Canberra ay almost 2 months po ako nagpapasa sa Seek at Indeed until a week ng stay namin dito sa Canberra. Mejo negative po lagi ang respond at wapang reply sa email. Hope meron na makarecommend po na may available opening para sa field ko. Salamat po

Mailap talaga ang trabaho kapag offshore kahit may visa. Since nandyan na po kayo, kaunting patience pa at dadating din yan.

Sir yung resume mo po, naiformat mo na same sa australia format? Yung iba kasi auto-reject pag medyo hindi pang au ang format ~ shinare lang sakin ng job hunter na nakausap ko. Also, cover letter po na malakasan daw.

BradFeet · April 27

Hi @mathilde9 , pwede po pashare nung australia format na resume kung meron kayo? Thanks

mathilde9 · 5:47AM

@BradFeet said:
Hi @mathilde9 , pwede po pashare nung australia format na resume kung meron kayo? Thanks

Reverse chronological order lang po. Meron sa google

rmbalingit · 11:24AM

@Rizal28 said:
Hello guys!!! Bago lang kami ng wife ko dito sa Canberra at naghahanap po ako ng work related sa career at industry ko. Almost 10 years ako sa Singapore at 6 months sa Philippines na ang field ay sa Construction Industry, bale more on Project Management ang role ko as a Project Manager / Senior Project Engineer / Project Engineer at ang degree ko ay Electrical Engineer. Any recommendation po na mga companies na may job opening kahit Project Engineer - Electrical? Salamat po.

Nagpasa narin po ba kayo sa mga recruitment agencies like hays? para sila ang maghahanap ng work for you.

maguero · 6:31PM

@Rizal28 said:
@mathilde9 before po kami mag-arrive dito sa Canberra ay almost 2 months po ako nagpapasa sa Seek at Indeed until a week ng stay namin dito sa Canberra. Mejo negative po lagi ang respond at wapang reply sa email. Hope meron na makarecommend po na may available opening para sa field ko. Salamat po

Na-check mo na ba kung ano mga kailangan to work in the local construction industry? Sa ibang states kasi kailangan may white card para maconsider for a role. Baka may mga kailangan din dyan sa Canberra.