Living in Australia
A good number of Global's staff come from overseas, including the people who work in our office. We understand that you need to work, but that you're also here to travel and experience all the good things that Australia has to offer.
Therefore, we'll make it a priority to place you in areas and organisations that fit in with your travel and work plans. Talk to us about casual and contract opportunities and finding work from state to state.
There are endless opportunities for healthcare professionals in Australia, but just getting here and finding a place to live can be daunting enough, so here are some tips about living and working in Australia :
When you arrive
- You can book an appointment with the Tax Office either by phone or online. This cuts down on waiting time when applying for your Tax File Number.
- You will need a Tax File Number in order to work in Australia . It takes approximately 4 weeks to be processed, though you will be given a receipt that allows you to work until your TFN is processed.
- Your current mobile handset can be used in Australia. It is possible to buy a prepaid SIM card for approximately $30 - but you will need to obtain an "unblocking" code from your overseas provider before your handset will work (if its an older model).
- All real estate outlets require references in order for you to rent here. It's a good idea to bring written references from previous landlords and/or contact details. (Furnished apartments are rare, so be prepared for additional expenses).
- Public transport in Australia is excellent. In Sydney the public transport info line is 131500 and representatives can tell you how to get from your door to your destination and the approximate time you will need to set aside.
Overseas personnel working for Global
- If you are an RN, EN, Midwife, Physiotherapist or Other Licensed Allied Health Specialist, you will need to obtain your "Authority to Practice". These vary from state to state, i.e NSW Authority to Practice, Victoria Authority to Practice etc…
- You will need to provide your original certificates from your country of origin in order to obtain your Authority to Practice, i.e. CCUK and An Board ALTRANAS for England and Ireland respectively.
- If you're interested in working for us, let us pay for the call. Our freephone number is 1800 009 292. Our international freephone number, from UK & Ireland is 008 000 777 777 7 (please bear in mind the time difference when calling).
If you want to join our agency:
- Make an appointment with a recruitment consultant by email or phone when you arrive.
- Bring a recent resume, three professional references and photo ID.
- Bring along your bank account details and tax file number.
- Bring your VISA, Birth Certificate and superannuation details.
- Produce your Authority to Practice (if you are an RN, EN, Physiotherapist or Other Licensed Allied Health Specialist).
- Submit to a Criminal Record Check.
- Agree to participate in in-house training sessions and customer service inductions.
- Agree to wear the Global uniform while on shift.
- Complete and adhere to the Global induction and paperwork in compliance with our recruitment procedures.
Visa Sponsorship
Whether you want to extend your stay in Australia or want to avail of more permanent opportunities, Global can help you. We offer sponsorship packages to overseas staff ranging from 3 months - 4 years.
Global is registered with the Australian Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (DIMIA) as a pre-approved business sponsor and are licensed to sponsor overseas staff. Sponsorships usually take between 4 - 6 weeks to process, so it is advisable to avoid leaving everything to the last minute.
The following are currently eligible for sponsorship with Global:
- Registered nurses of all disciplines.
- Enrolled nurses.
- Care workers.
- Physiotherapists.
- Social Workers.
- (Don't worry if your specialisation is not listed, Global can make an application to sponsor you irrespective of that).
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