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Sunshine Coast - Work
We have been in Caloundra for nearly a month and are really struggling to find work and considering jacking it in and moving to Perth, where we have a lot of friends and seemingly better work prospects. Anyone else had problems getting work on Sunshine Coast?
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what sort of work?
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Originally Posted by willishenno
(Post 4424672)
We have been in Caloundra for nearly a month and are really struggling to find work and considering jacking it in and moving to Perth, where we have a lot of friends and seemingly better work prospects. Anyone else had problems getting work on Sunshine Coast?
Keep trying, you have to do a lot of cold calling here, flick through the yellow pages! |
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What do you do???..looking for?? :confused:
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The past few years I worked for a solicitor, doing his admin and accounts. Before that I was a project manager for a computer firm. Have tried a couple of agencies here but they don't have much work either. Basically applying for anything in admin/reception.
I have one friend here and he is skilled, has applied for 60 jobs and been rejected. With 3 kids, he can't afford to keep going and so he is moving on. I thought Sunshine Coast was a booming area - yet to see any booming! |
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If it were easy to find decent work on the Sunny coast every man and his dog would be living there. It wouldn't even be the same place.
It may take a while to find work, but once you do you've got it made. |
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We have been here a year (nearly)OH found a job in the first month , but took me nearly 4 to get a job (engineering)and was seriously thinking of moving to Brisie.OH quit her job (telemarketing) about 5 months back and has stuggled to get work.I would stick at it a bit longer and as has been said before lots of cold calling , dropping your resume in and generally being a pain in the ass.It got me there in the end and i think this place is worth it.Good luck.
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Originally Posted by MD09
(Post 4435994)
If it were easy to find decent work on the Sunny coast every man and his dog would be living there. It wouldn't even be the same place.
It may take a while to find work, but once you do you've got it made. People should ask themselves why housing is so affordable in such a beautiful, scenic area close to those perfect beaches. Because there's very little work available, that's why! If the Sunshine Coast had every available work opportunity, it wouldn't be the Sunshine Coast - it would have turned into the Queensland equivalent of Sydney long ago. ;) |
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Affordable housing??
The houses cost the same or more here than they do in Brisbane. The wages are low so I have no idea how young people get on the housing ladder. As to getting work, as previous poster said, hassle lots of people, hand out lots of resume's and make loads of phone calls. This is the nicest area in Australia and the best things are worth waiting for :-)) |
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The worst thing about the Sunny Coast is lack of work. Tradies tend to do ok but in most other areas it is pretty hard to get a job quickly.
It really is just a seaside town with loads of houses, there is little industry or employment opportunities unless you work in hospitality or retail.The place might be booming house building wise but most of this has been caused by cashed up Sydneysiders and Victorians retiring there. Not many people move there with work! If you can afford to stick at it it will be worth the wait. We moved to the Gold Coast for this very reason. Why not try there instead of Perth it is a lot closer and the Northern or Southern ends are almost as beautiful. Good luck. |
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Seems a familiar story in this part of the world.
I've been on the Sunshine Coast now for almost eight months, but I wanted to get the children settled into school before starting work, so I only really started thinking about getting a job a couple of months ago (my OH had a job to come to). As an experienced commercial property lawyer I thought I might not have too much difficulty finding work as there is so much property development going on (and quite a lot of legal jobs advertised on SEEK etc). The problem is that my experience is in the UK not Queensland (so it will take a bit of time for me to get up to speed with the way things are done here) and most law firms aren't interested unless you can hit the ground running. The advice I've received is to cold call, send my resume to all and sundry and, most important of all, network. It seems that most people get jobs based on who they know, not what they know (unless it is government/public sector). So you never know when a casual conversation might lead to something....Here's hoping. |
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Originally Posted by Famous 5
(Post 4455255)
Seems a familiar story in this part of the world.
I've been on the Sunshine Coast now for almost eight months, but I wanted to get the children settled into school before starting work, so I only really started thinking about getting a job a couple of months ago (my OH had a job to come to). As an experienced commercial property lawyer I thought I might not have too much difficulty finding work as there is so much property development going on (and quite a lot of legal jobs advertised on SEEK etc). The problem is that my experience is in the UK not Queensland (so it will take a bit of time for me to get up to speed with the way things are done here) and most law firms aren't interested unless you can hit the ground running. The advice I've received is to cold call, send my resume to all and sundry and, most important of all, network. It seems that most people get jobs based on who they know, not what they know (unless it is government/public sector). So you never know when a casual conversation might lead to something....Here's hoping. But if anyone has any ideas how I can get a foot in the door prior to getting out there I would appreciate it. Cheers. |
Re: Sunshine Coast - Work
Originally Posted by Famous 5
(Post 4455255)
Seems a familiar story in this part of the world.
As an experienced commercial property lawyer I thought I might not have too much difficulty finding work as there is so much property development going on (and quite a lot of legal jobs advertised on SEEK etc). The problem is that my experience is in the UK not Queensland (so it will take a bit of time for me to get up to speed with the way things are done here) and most law firms aren't interested unless you can hit the ground running. The advice I've received is to cold call, send my resume to all and sundry and, most important of all, network. It seems that most people get jobs based on who they know, not what they know (unless it is government/public sector). So you never know when a casual conversation might lead to something....Here's hoping. |
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Originally Posted by NickyC
(Post 4436815)
You're so right.
People should ask themselves why housing is so affordable in such a beautiful, scenic area close to those perfect beaches. Because there's very little work available, that's why! If the Sunshine Coast had every available work opportunity, it wouldn't be the Sunshine Coast - it would have turned into the Queensland equivalent of Sydney long ago. ;) S |
Re: Sunshine Coast - Work
Originally Posted by Famous 5
(Post 4455255)
Seems a familiar story in this part of the world.
I've been on the Sunshine Coast now for almost eight months, but I wanted to get the children settled into school before starting work, so I only really started thinking about getting a job a couple of months ago (my OH had a job to come to). As an experienced commercial property lawyer I thought I might not have too much difficulty finding work as there is so much property development going on (and quite a lot of legal jobs advertised on SEEK etc). The problem is that my experience is in the UK not Queensland (so it will take a bit of time for me to get up to speed with the way things are done here) and most law firms aren't interested unless you can hit the ground running. The advice I've received is to cold call, send my resume to all and sundry and, most important of all, network. It seems that most people get jobs based on who they know, not what they know (unless it is government/public sector). So you never know when a casual conversation might lead to something....Here's hoping. Raven |
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Originally Posted by Sir Trouser-Ruffles
(Post 4455453)
Have you gone down the paralegal route ( I know money won't be as great)
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Originally Posted by Famous 5
(Post 4455609)
I'd be happy to work as a paralegal (even with the reduced salary), but I've spoken to some recruitment agents who seem to think my lack of QLD experience will be a barrier to me getting a paralegal position. But I'll keep trying....
I take it you are going to persevere F5?? |
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Originally Posted by raven
(Post 4455587)
I am a tradie and have ben here 15 weeks now and found work straight away. Iwould say it is a lot more difficult for the white collar workers. My wife works in sales and has only just secured a job after 15 weeks. Dont expect aything like the earnings you would get in the uk. If its money your after head for Bribane but if u want to sit on a wonderful beach 10 minutes from your home head for sunshine coast
Raven From the people I've spoken to I think people in the trades do find it easier to find work - not surprising really when you see all the property development going on here. There just aren't the big employers for white collar professionals - a lot of people end up starting their own businesses. |
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I am getting the big impression I am being ignored on here. lol.
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Originally Posted by CathnPaul
(Post 4455617)
I think I am going to have a similar problem - not knowing the compliance regs etc and financial institions is going to be a hinderance - but trying to find out about it all without having inside knowledge is like banging my head against the wall.
I take it you are going to persevere F5?? |
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Originally Posted by Famous 5
(Post 4455635)
I certainly will perservere - being a domestic goddess (!) is great for a while but who would have thought I could get bored with sitting by the pool/on the beach!
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Originally Posted by CathnPaul
(Post 4455640)
LOL - getting a bit mithered to be honest that work is going to be an issue. After readying the probs other people are having its having a bit of a negative impact on the quiet. Something which I am not comfy with as dont tend to be negative.
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Originally Posted by Famous 5
(Post 4455673)
Sorry - the intention was not to be negative, but rather just to let people know that it could take some time to get a job so have a contingency fund. I'm sure you've been checking the various recruitment websites (my OH got his job via SEEK and a series of telephone/video conferencing interviews, so it can be done) and you could try contacting potential employers (if you haven't already done so) to get details of their selection criteria so you can see if you can do anything from the UK. With hindsight I wish I had done a bit from the UK and not taken it for granted, but I'll get there - it's just a matter of time and more effort.
Its all because I dont have the oz regs under my belt I feel I will have to leave management and have to work my way up again - learning as I go. It seems like you are experiencing something similar. |
Re: Sunshine Coast - Work
Originally Posted by Famous 5
(Post 4455255)
Seems a familiar story in this part of the world.
I've been on the Sunshine Coast now for almost eight months, but I wanted to get the children settled into school before starting work, so I only really started thinking about getting a job a couple of months ago (my OH had a job to come to). As an experienced commercial property lawyer I thought I might not have too much difficulty finding work as there is so much property development going on (and quite a lot of legal jobs advertised on SEEK etc). The problem is that my experience is in the UK not Queensland (so it will take a bit of time for me to get up to speed with the way things are done here) and most law firms aren't interested unless you can hit the ground running. The advice I've received is to cold call, send my resume to all and sundry and, most important of all, network. It seems that most people get jobs based on who they know, not what they know (unless it is government/public sector). So you never know when a casual conversation might lead to something....Here's hoping. im a commercial property legal secretary (18 years) so if you secure a position can i be your secretary!!!!???! :thumbup: :D |
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Hi.
We (two kids ,wife and myself) have been up on the sunshine coast for 6 weeks and love it. I found work within two weeks of being here as an engineering manager in the food industry.The company is having great problems finding maintenance engineers to work the pm shift (hours to be agreed but 38 ish ) So there is work out there, we would look at anybody with mechanical or electrical background and qualifications would look at a qualified mechanic too .Good working conditions and environment. 10 mins from Maloolaba or Kawarna. Drop me a line if interested . Having said that people live here and work in the mines in northern queensland fly in fly out 10 on 4 off. Just driving a water (dusting truck) pays 100k and skilled jobs pay more. I know of one chap who was an "office manager" and went up as a driver more than doubled his income in the first few months. You take your choice on how you want to live your life. :o The Sunshine coast is about to explode with further expansion with a massive new hospital new railway and lots of new houses (Stocklands seem to be taking over the world up here). Large development on this scale can only mean that jobs continue to follow. I admit that the majority of the area has lots of small companies employing no more than 20 people but there are bigger ones about . From here to the Gateway bridge takes 50 mins so its not two bad to live here and work in Brisbane ! I however came from the uk to get away from that. I like the 10 mins trip to work and even less to the beach.!! Cheers :) Lee |
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Originally Posted by leesuewright
(Post 4455789)
Hi.
We (two kids ,wife and myself) have been up on the sunshine coast for 6 weeks and love it. I found work within two weeks of being here as an engineering manager in the food industry.The company is having great problems finding maintenance engineers to work the pm shift (hours to be agreed but 38 ish ) So there is work out there, we would look at anybody with mechanical or electrical background and qualifications would look at a qualified mechanic too .Good working conditions and environment. 10 mins from Maloolaba or Kawarna. Drop me a line if interested . Having said that people live here and work in the mines in northern queensland fly in fly out 10 on 4 off. Just driving a water (dusting truck) pays 100k and skilled jobs pay more. I know of one chap who was an "office manager" and went up as a driver more than doubled his income in the first few months. You take your choice on how you want to live your life. :o The Sunshine coast is about to explode with further expansion with a massive new hospital new railway and lots of new houses (Stocklands seem to be taking over the world up here). Large development on this scale can only mean that jobs continue to follow. I admit that the majority of the area has lots of small companies employing no more than 20 people but there are bigger ones about . From here to the Gateway bridge takes 50 mins so its not two bad to live here and work in Brisbane ! I however came from the uk to get away from that. I like the 10 mins trip to work and even less to the beach.!! Cheers :) Lee great post Lee!! now if you can find my husband a plumbing/gas engineer job i will be your pal for life!! :D :D we were on sunshine coast last year but had to come back (wont bore you with the details) cant wait to get back out there :thumbup: |
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Originally Posted by RooksieJ
(Post 4455735)
im a commercial property legal secretary (18 years) so if you secure a position can i be your secretary!!!!???! :thumbup: :D
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Originally Posted by Famous 5
(Post 4455842)
I'll let you know - at least if I do manage to get a job, you'll have one contact in a local law firm!
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Originally Posted by RooksieJ
(Post 4455854)
when we were out in caloundra last year i had a quick look at the law firms in town and could have sworn i heard banjos playing!! :eek: ;)
Tradesmen for eg will quote work here from hervey bay right down to the NSW border. The boom here was around 2003, work is now more steady than boom and many commute to brisbane daily thats considered normal, just like many office workers commute to brisbane . You must also remember this area like many popular bits of OZ has been saturated with tradesmen, both overseas and interstate migrants. Also the obvious fact gold coast and sunshine coast are 2 of australias biggest tourist spots, the main jobs are naturally going to be in the hospitality industry. But would that not be the case in cornwall etc in the UK, same thing really. If you dont want to commute you need to be patient in finding work as a lot of other people will want local jobs or you create your own work. |
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thanks for some really good and honest information guys.:thumbup:
my OH is a plumber and heating engineer and I am a social worker. I already know that I will have to find alternative work,as my qualifications arent recognised in oz. But I am willing to do pretty much anything. My OH would obviously like to continue with plumbing as that is all he has ever done, where as I have done all sorts of jobs. does anyone know what work is on SC for youth workers? bec |
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Hi,
I have been on the Coast for over three years and the job situation has always been the same. However with the expansion of roads, civil engineers, planners etc are in dire need. My friend is the manager of Hays Construction on the Coast so if anyone would like to register PM me. My other friend is also a agent for Select recruiting nurses here. I got a job in Brisbane as I knew before we came out that that is what I would need to do. My hubby is a chippy and has been working since we arrived. It is definitely who you know on the Sunshine Coast and it is about building up a network, many jobs seems to go like that, wether you are a member of your local church or sports club, these are the places that seem to help. |
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Originally Posted by Carrianne
(Post 4600341)
Hi,
I have been on the Coast for over three years and the job situation has always been the same. However with the expansion of roads, civil engineers, planners etc are in dire need. My friend is the manager of Hays Construction on the Coast so if anyone would like to register PM me. My other friend is also a agent for Select recruiting nurses here. I got a job in Brisbane as I knew before we came out that that is what I would need to do. My hubby is a chippy and has been working since we arrived. It is definitely who you know on the Sunshine Coast and it is about building up a network, many jobs seems to go like that, wether you are a member of your local church or sports club, these are the places that seem to help. |
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I work in Nambour and we've recently been looking for a Physiotherapist and Speech Language Pathologist to work with children. We had to look for staff outside of Oz, so few its amazing. Saying that the wages are pretty poor but the life standards are great :thumbup: A good web site is www.pathwaysaustralia.com.au. Covers all of Oz for non-profit organisations, lots of good jobs if you're in that industry. I work as admin/book keeper and hubby is a manager, both managed to find jobs quickly, just need to keep going for it I'm afraid.
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Having read everyone's replies I kind of feel lucky in that my partner and I both found work within a couple of weeks of being here. We both found our jobs by door knocking and handing our CV's. HOWEVER, we knew we had to be flexible and not too fussy about doing exactly the same work as we did in the UK. It suited us fine as we wanted to make a lifestyle change (work less and play more!) anyway.
I work in Maroochydore and I think the last 2 people who have come to work at our place have been people who have walked in off the street looking for work. The local paper and Seek.com are fine but I also hear that many of these jobs are gone before they get advertised. Our place advertised recently but essentially the job had gone before it got in the paper the following week. We also had friends move here some time later from the UK and we intorduced then to some Aussies who basically got them work. It really also a place where who you know gets you a long way so meet as many people as you can. Another strategy tried by another of our friends was to offer to work free for a week and if they liked them, take them on. It just shows a strong willingness. Experience is obviously a plus (my partner and I both had experience in the jobs we got) but I also think that if they like the look of you, it goes a long way. There IS work here, it's all about compromises. If you want the 10 minute commute to Maroochydore/Kawana etc rather than the hour to Brisbane, you will have to be less fussy about what you want to do. Good luck Sunshine Sarah |
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Originally Posted by sunshinesarah
(Post 4613005)
Having read everyone's replies I kind of feel lucky in that my partner and I both found work within a couple of weeks of being here. We both found our jobs by door knocking and handing our CV's. HOWEVER, we knew we had to be flexible and not too fussy about doing exactly the same work as we did in the UK. It suited us fine as we wanted to make a lifestyle change (work less and play more!) anyway.
I work in Maroochydore and I think the last 2 people who have come to work at our place have been people who have walked in off the street looking for work. The local paper and Seek.com are fine but I also hear that many of these jobs are gone before they get advertised. Our place advertised recently but essentially the job had gone before it got in the paper the following week. We also had friends move here some time later from the UK and we intorduced then to some Aussies who basically got them work. It really also a place where who you know gets you a long way so meet as many people as you can. Another strategy tried by another of our friends was to offer to work free for a week and if they liked them, take them on. It just shows a strong willingness. Experience is obviously a plus (my partner and I both had experience in the jobs we got) but I also think that if they like the look of you, it goes a long way. There IS work here, it's all about compromises. If you want the 10 minute commute to Maroochydore/Kawana etc rather than the hour to Brisbane, you will have to be less fussy about what you want to do. Good luck Sunshine Sarah Congratulations on your success. I hope you don't mind me asking a few questions:- -what line of work are you in? -when you door knocked did you cold call or telephone in advance? -did you get to speak to someone who dealt with recruitment or did you just leave your CV with reception? Although I've been told that door knocking could be the answer, I'm not really sure the best way of going about it and you were obviously very enterprising and successful in getting a job so if I hope you don't mind me asking for a bit advice. Thanks. F5 |
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Arrived on a sunday 7 weeks ago , went around all agencies i could find tues & wed, (hard work in 90 deg) loads of copies of cv, interview thursday, job offer friday, started work monday. (maintenance fitter) Turned down a couple of interviews since, as i really like where i work (great people & atmosphere) All a bit sudden as we were still in a hotel & had a hire car.
Soon got sorted with a motor & got myself a motor bike, got a decent rental as well fairly quickly. I may have been very fortunate but i also put in a lot of homework before coming out here & put in a fair bit of work ensuring the agencies knew what i was looking for as the terminologies for various jobs differ over here. |
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We have been living here for just over 2 years, husband is a brickie. He found it hard at first to get work, went to all the building sites on the sunny coast asking for work and finally got some. The thing is the pay is pretty poor for what they do and we struggle with the high living expenses here, could never affoard to buy a property over here (we moved over from the uk with not enough money). We are trying to find somewhere else to move as there are so many brickies around and my husband wants to start out on his own but couldn't do it here as there is too much competition. Trying to find somewhere up and coming with development otherwise he wants to move back to the UK as he earnt double what he does here.
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hi there, we moving from perth to the sunshine coast in august wanting to settle in the buderim area what sort of price are you looking at for a 4 x 2 with a pool ???:thumbup:
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Hi,
try www.realestate.com.au and type in your needs including buderim. Taht should show you what is available. :thumbsup: |
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Originally Posted by Carrianne
(Post 4929391)
Hi,
try www.realestate.com.au and type in your needs including buderim. Taht should show you what is available. :thumbsup: |
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