Mechanical Fitter

[technician]

Hi guys

please can somebody hook me up with a job in WA.

its so ironic to get a state sponsor for my trade in fitting but cant even get an interview from the 100+

applications i sent out.

so if anybody can help with a contact person or company name it would be much appreciated.

thanks

[AndreaL]

It is the exception rather than the rule to get a job in Australia whilst based in RSA. You are unknown and not immediately available entity.

I can only suggest that you keep applying via Seek, Career One etc and make sure that your cover letter states that you have a permanent visa ( hence work rights) and are available.

Good luck.

[technician]

Hi AndreaL

thanks for the advice. i guess a job hunting trip is on the cards for me. the family can follow once i set up camp.

i did have my cv done by nab that job with all the crucial info inserted.

thanks

[AndreaL]

Keep trying because you just might get lucky, otherwise you coming first might be the best. What sort of industry do you work in?

[technician]

at the moment I am working in the food manufacturing industry. I have exposure to all mechanical components. i want to go into something mine related but anything will do for now.

[AndreaL]

Mine related......don't we all. As the locals here say when someone comes looking for mining work......" Get in the queue".

Actually a fitter should have no problems with finding work in Perth.

Hubby is an electrician and he started in a manufacturing company in Welshpool and then an abattoir in Albany and then over to Queensland and back into mining, but it took about 3 years.

If you're not fussed about where you live, have a look at the big mining houses and places like Newman and Kalgoorlie.

Good luck and keep trying.