JobContax are looking for over 100 qualified Distribution & Transmission Linemen / Cable Jointers / Erectors / Line Workers / Line Mechanics / Network Technicians / Powerline Technicians to work in Australia. The jobs are with major utility providers and main contractors and involve the construction, upgrade and expansion of the D&T networks in Victoria and Western … Continue reading »
JOBCONTAX.COM are looking for qualified Linemen / Linesmen based in the UK & Ireland to work in Melbourne, Australia. All linesman jobs come with family 457 Visas, relocation packages including flights and initial accommodation and a salary of €80k - €120k. The jobs are on a multi-million dollar program of capital works for the upgrade and expansion of the distribution network … Continue reading »
Most offers for mining jobs will be subject to the successful candidate passing a pre-employment medical check before the job offer is confirmed and the employee starts work. The thought of a pre-employment medical is nervewracking for most mining professionals but it is essential given the conditions that many mine workers operate within. Would you pass a pre-employment … Continue reading »
Wheatstone Jobs – Recruitment drive for 5,000 starts Reports regarding Chevron’s $29 billion Wheatstone LNG facility say it will turn to foreign workers as a last resort as it launched a national recruitment drive to fill 5000 jobs on the project. Interested workers encouraged to register their interest at jobcontax.com. Commerce Minister Simon O’Brien, said the … Continue reading »
Mining IQ recently interviewed David Nilson, Health and Wellness consultant – Health and Safety for Rio Tinto. He’s been working in the mining industry for more than 4 years (and is now based at the Tom Price mine) and in this interview shares his frank perspective about challenges with regards health, wellness and fitness in the mining industry … Continue reading »
Continuing my yearly look at vacancy trends in the Australian Mining and Energy sector, I have compiled some statistics from research conducted through job board listings in the “Mining, Resources & Energy” category. As you can see from the tables below, a standout has been the continued growth in Health & Safety roles, climbing another … Continue reading »
Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) Immigration guide Welcome to Australia and in particular to Western Australia. The Australian, State, Territory and Local Governments of Australia, together with non-government agencies, provide Australian residents with a wide range of services. This booklet will give you a basic idea of the sort of services and assistance that is available, and where … Continue reading »
With 61,500 new operational jobs expected in the Australian mining sector by 2015, as well as tens of thousands more in the construction stages, the industry is facing a skills shortage that far exceeds that experienced in the boom period of 2003 to 2008. There are currently 75 advanced projects listed by the Australian Bureau … Continue reading »
Cashed up miners are leaving other parts of the Australian economy behind as resources companies hand out huge wage rises to their employees. According to a report released yesterday by global consultancy firm Mercer, while the average wage for Australians rose four per cent last year mining wages rose six per cent.
Construction and Engineering Jobs in Australia JobContax in association with our Australian partners are currently recruiting for a number of large civils projects in Australia. We are currently looking for Project Engineers and Construction Foremen/ Supervisors to work on the $43 Billion Gorgon LNG Project. The Australian contractor is flying over to conduct interviews in London on November 10-17 and in Dublin on November 18-25. Visit our Gorgon Project … Continue reading »
The Government is looking to attract more skilled overseas workers by fast tracking changes to the 457 visa system. “Our aim is to see 457 visas processed within 10 days.” The majority of workers on these visas are coming from the UK and Ireland. It is also reportedly doubling the work period employees can be … Continue reading »
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