flump

Hi,

Just wondered how many hours on average do people work out there? I know it depends on how many you want to work(part time etc) hubby is a tiler so this one oprobably be better to all you trademen out there. Sorry, it seems a bit of a daft question, but i checked out brisbane area and it gets dark earlyish and hubby commented he'd be getting home after dark and was just a minor blip.

Thanks.
Claire
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kiwichild

A fulltime working week is technically 37.5 hours a week. In reality there are a lot who work 50, 60 or even more hours a week and a whole host of others who are scratching to get more than 20-25 hours a week.

More and more work is 'casual' (even for some professionals) no paid holidays, no sick pay and unable to get a mortgage on.

Where you will fit in on this will depend largely on demand for the work skills, quals and knowledge you bring to the workplace. That said, I know of university lecturers who are casuals.

Many who can only get casual work have to work 2 or even 3 jobs to make ends meet.

Now you will probably be inundated by those pro OZ contributors trying to counter this. I'd suggest (for your own peace of mind and impartial info) check out this website that lists jobs, trends, career development etc. There are plenty of advertised jobs that will back up my claims.

http://jobsearch.gov.au

Best of luck

flump

Thnaks for that kiwichild, i'll check that out.
cheers
Claire
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Wendy

From what I've researched, my hubby (electrician) will be on similar/slightly higher wages than he is on now to do exactly the same job, once licensed. Similar amount of hours per week.

Most jobs that he will be applying for will have a finish time of around 4.30 - 5pm

I can't see that there will be much difference in it really, but we will have more to do on a weekend. Which will be a big benefit for us as we rarely do anything here. (you may have noticed )

Obviously this is purely based on research and reality may be a bit different.

kiwichild

In his trade it can depend how much work the boss has on at any one time too.

worzel

Personally I work about 45 hours per week and earn, after 3 months proving myself, about the same as I did in the UK. Standard is 40 but no one does just that. I am at supervisor level but the ranks also work similar hours - it is just expected so no one gripes.

I am sure there are some people who have to resort to casual work etc but in a big company like mine they look after us very well.

Vash the Stampede

It's all doom and gloom; unemployment is high, wages are low, employee protection is non-existent, casual labour is the norm, and permanent full-time employees work an average of 75 hours per week.

Wendy

You being sarcastic by any chance

Vash the Stampede

C'est moi? Sarcastic?

Perish the thought.

Lordflasheart

Bloody hell Vash! You developed a split personality?

kiwichild

Actually what he says isn't that far from the truth LOL eg; Australian gov for statistical purposes classifies as 'employed' persons of working age who work a minimum of 1 hour paid employment per week. So basically true unemployment is a lot higher than the figures that are published. Unless of course you get enough money for that 1 hr a week work to actually live on

flump

Hi wendy,

just a change of subject for the mo, where are u at the mo? n where u headin. wasn't sure whether or not to pm u but fairly new to this site( maybe thats why i haven't any Karma yet ) so not sure wat the 'norm' is.
Claire
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Wendy

Hi Claire.

You can PM me anythime you want. I'll even send you some Karma, when it's not blank.

At the minute I'm in Bradford, we are heading out to Adelaide as soon as the house sale goes through, probably around June/July.

What about you?. What stage are you at and where are you planning on going?

Vash the Stampede

In response to recent criticisms about my attitude, I consulted Saatchi & Saatchi (at great personal expense, mind!) who recommended an image change.

This is the new, improved, "Black-tinted glasses" Vash.

flump

Karma, when its not blank, what does that mean? Ive not had my shredded wheat today!!
Only just applying for TRA and have not decided where we are definately going, a tough choice i think, what made u go for adelaide? Do u have children?

Claire
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