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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by G77
(Post 6003574)
Don't have to be a citizen I believe, but have to have been resident in Canada for a period of time (12 months springs to mind)....
I believe 'top secret' is pretty difficult to get if you're not a citizen, and in Ottawa you could be in trouble as you won't be able to use 'canadian eyes only' documents. |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Spirael
(Post 6003220)
How does the security clearance system work over there, can anyone advise? Do you need to be a Canadian citizen in order to be security cleared? I'm no stranger to working with sensitive data and have been cleared here in the UK. |
Re: IT Skilled workers
I think a bigger issue is that a lot of places simply won't take on non-citizens for jobs that need security clearance since it's a hassle for them to organise and can take a long time to process. In my case I'm not doing anything 'secret' at the moment so it doesn't really matter if I'm not cleared until the end of the year, but you don't want to be unable to do any useful work for months until the clearance comes through.
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by MarkG
(Post 6004010)
I don't believe that's true, as I'm in the middle of getting a security clearance here and no-one's yet said that they can't do it because I've only been here six months. Someone else said they got 'secret'-level security clearance while on a work permit.
I believe 'top secret' is pretty difficult to get if you're not a citizen, and in Ottawa you could be in trouble as you won't be able to use 'canadian eyes only' documents. He couldn't understand this, having never had so much as a speeding ticket, and he found out after much probing that it was purely because he had dual nationality! I guess they were worried where his loyalty would lie if the UK ever declared war on Canada :blink: PMSL!!! |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Spirael
(Post 6003220)
By what it translates to I meant what the title change was likely to be, so I could search better on the online sites and get my resume making more sense. :)
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Ive been searching for I.T jobs in the Kamloops area for my husband for ages and I can't find a single one :(
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Ben W Bell
(Post 6006949)
I've seen that job around simply listed as a Database Analyst, or sometimes as a Business Intelligence Analyst. I haven't looked at that position myself, but recall seeing it in various locations.
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Aireir,
Sorry I have taken so long to get back to you, been busy with work and life in general, but back onto the Canada trail again now :) I have came up with a resume, which I have pm'd if you could give it a quick look and tell us what you think. cheers Al |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Airseir
(Post 5929358)
I think that that is the popular mis-conception. There is high competition for jobs in the big cities and high chance of not getting an IT job where as in the small cities skilled workers can take there pick and have different companies fight for them.
I've always had success getting IT jobs, in the UK and USA before I went to Canada, then in the UK when I came back, despite that being after a 2-year gap without working in IT. But in Canada, you often can't even get an acknowledgement from potential employers. The small cities do seem to offer more opportunities that is true. However, if there are few local employers, you're dependent on their fortunes and might be forced to move if they went away. Also although the small cities are cheap to live in , the IT jobs often don't pay that much. I worked in a hotel and took home about 75% of what the IT support guys took home, for way less stress. Oh and one other thing, my current UK public sector job has 6 weeks holiday and people have been known to take 4 weeks in 1 block. So do you really want an IT job in Canada? ;) |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Spirael
(Post 6002804)
Hi!
Sorry to randomly jump into the thread, but I was wondering if anyone could advise of what my job would translate to in Canadian terms. ;) Here in the UK I'm a Data Analyst (3 years experience). Basically I work almost exclusively on MS SQL Server, coding in SQL to make data amendments, load in new data sets, generate reports as requested, etc. I occasionally use Excel. I also have some experience as an IT Technician (building PCs/Servers, supporting software and such for around 50 users) and for Web Design (primarily using ASP to link to SQL / MS Access). Thanks in advance! IT job titles in Canada are the same as in the UK. |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Spirael
(Post 6002804)
Hi!
Sorry to randomly jump into the thread, but I was wondering if anyone could advise of what my job would translate to in Canadian terms. ;) Here in the UK I'm a Data Analyst (3 years experience). Basically I work almost exclusively on MS SQL Server, coding in SQL to make data amendments, load in new data sets, generate reports as requested, etc. I occasionally use Excel. I also have some experience as an IT Technician (building PCs/Servers, supporting software and such for around 50 users) and for Web Design (primarily using ASP to link to SQL / MS Access). Thanks in advance! http://www23.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/2001/e/.../welcome.shtml |
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What is the market rate for a Software Developer with about 5+ years experience in Okanagan area.
Also what would be the market rate in the Vancouver area for the same role. Thanks |
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There is a salary checker at Monster.ca click here
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I know this discussion has been going for a while and generally has a technical bent, but does anyone know what the market is like in BC for functional consultants.
I'm an SAP consultant predominently in Retail and will be, likely as not, relocating to Vancouver. Any advice will be more than welcome. |
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We have recently conducted a survey to see how competative our salaries are. I would say that the sallary up here is 75% of a Vancouver Salary. |
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Other issues should be taken into consideration as to whether the company is 'start up' growing, booming, large company etc...so you have to 'factor in these implications/considerations as well as to where you decide to base yourself.
There will be pluses and minuses at to what type of health package you get...so there will be other things coming into play...;) some will gain...some will not as well as NOC statistics...although that is a good 'ball park' |
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Hi Caitlin
The company I work for in Kamloops is looking for a person to liase between our sales reps (great bunch!) and Customer Services. We design websites for the automative industry so if you are confident...have work flow/admin skills might this be of interest?...Please pm me if you may be interested. Your skill set sounds like it would be good match. This is a great friendly business...and one thing you might find in Canada is that you're expected to work weekends...Not in this company...they offer above average leave entiltlement and a great health package...As time goes on and you do your research i think you would find this company great. In Canada a lot of Brits complain that they don't get much leave...but we get 15 days statutory...so from April that's about one day a month up until Christmas...then we have 5 sick days and 3 weeks leave going up to 4 weeks after 3 yrs...I would say to a lot of brits and benefits...work it out..i respect other peoples input but this to my mind more than acceptable...:D |
Re: IT Skilled workers
I've been offered an IT job today at the University in Kamloops - key benefits are:
Mid 60's salary, with guaranteed 3% rise year on year for 5yrs, thereafter inflationary. 6 weeks holiday(!) Health/medical cover Flexi-time I'm here on a WP, currently running my own business, and the employer is happy to go through the PNP process to secure my employment. I truly believe that if you've got appropriate skills and present yourself well, you have as much chance as any candidate applying for a job here, but you need to meet people face to face. In my experience, European experience can count for a lot, but you must position it and ensure that it's relevant to your new audience. I also think that securing a decent job in a smaller city is easier, where competition maybe less intense than somewhere like Vancouver. |
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congrats R I C H. !
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by xxalxx
(Post 6077891)
congrats R I C H. !
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Coffeepot
(Post 6077910)
Well done Rich, is that £ss not $ss
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by G77
(Post 6078080)
If it's £'s, it could be quite some time before he comes back from the celebrating! Will be almost certainly $'s!
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by R I C H
(Post 6077478)
I've been offered an IT job today at the University in Kamloops - key benefits are:
Mid 60's salary, with guaranteed 3% rise year on year for 5yrs, thereafter inflationary. 6 weeks holiday(!) Health/medical cover Flexi-time I'm here on a WP, currently running my own business, and the employer is happy to go through the PNP process to secure my employment. I truly believe that if you've got appropriate skills and present yourself well, you have as much chance as any candidate applying for a job here, but you need to meet people face to face. In my experience, European experience can count for a lot, but you must position it and ensure that it's relevant to your new audience. I also think that securing a decent job in a smaller city is easier, where competition maybe less intense than somewhere like Vancouver. |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by R I C H
(Post 6077478)
I've been offered an IT job today at the University in Kamloops - key benefits are:
Mid 60's salary, with guaranteed 3% rise year on year for 5yrs, thereafter inflationary. 6 weeks holiday(!) Health/medical cover Flexi-time I'm here on a WP, currently running my own business, and the employer is happy to go through the PNP process to secure my employment. I truly believe that if you've got appropriate skills and present yourself well, you have as much chance as any candidate applying for a job here, but you need to meet people face to face. In my experience, European experience can count for a lot, but you must position it and ensure that it's relevant to your new audience. I also think that securing a decent job in a smaller city is easier, where competition maybe less intense than somewhere like Vancouver. |
Re: IT Skilled workers
OK another thread jumper here.
I am just wondering what the call is in Canada for Technical / Solution Architects. I am currently chief architect for a major UK retailer, doing technical design approval, owning the technical roadmap for the company, and also running a number of initiatives in the company such as PCI: DSS compliance, EPOS upgrade, and Business Intelligence tool implementation. I also get involved in exiting things like budgets and contract review too :-) Also have a background in similar roles for other companies in the tool hire (construction) industry, banking industry and also co-operative movement. I come from a support & sysadmin background so can do Unix and Windows support. I am also reasonably involved in the local Open Source community so have a few interests in that area too. My brother is in Edmonton, AB (over in May for a holiday) so would be nice to be there but I am interested in the IT job market generally. |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by port7
(Post 6080913)
I am currently chief architect for a major UK retailer, .
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Danny B
(Post 6081493)
M&S by any chance?
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by port7
(Post 6083180)
Nah, a bit more downmarket than that
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by port7
(Post 6083180)
Nah, a bit more downmarket than that
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Bigstar14
(Post 6083327)
It's not Harrods then...?
Tesco, woolworths,:confused: |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Coffeepot
(Post 6083346)
British home stores ;)
Tesco, woolworths,:confused: |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by port7
(Post 6083726)
Begins with M and is based in the North West
and they do make good bread :wub: |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by port7
(Post 6083180)
Nah, a bit more downmarket than that
I tried it here in Kamloops and they thought I was part Native.. |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Danny B
(Post 6085316)
Only reason I asked is because I used to work in IT for M&S and we had job titles with Chief in the name :lol:
I tried it here in Kamloops and they thought I was part Native.. Back to the original question, whats the call for tech arch's in Canada? |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by port7
(Post 6089656)
Well like most places my job title changes depending on who you are speaking to, from senior architect to technical architecture manager to just tech arch or even systems consultant.
Back to the original question, whats the call for tech arch's in Canada? |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by Coffeepot
(Post 6089835)
what a shame that was fun ;)
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Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by port7
(Post 6090689)
Well no-one has correctly guessed my current assignment
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anita :-) |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by port7
(Post 6090689)
Well no-one has correctly guessed my current assignment
matalan? |
Re: IT Skilled workers
Originally Posted by welshmountie
(Post 5930785)
I've been to Kamloops and would probably be tempted but it is too far from the UK for my wife. It's going to be one of the small cities in the east coast of Canada for us I'm afraid. I just hope that IT companies there are having the same difficulties as you. If so my long experience and skills should be well suited.
:lightbulb:Perhaps your company should advertise on www.jobserve.com. Although this is the UK link, from there, if a UK based IT guy wants to seek a job elsewhere in the world such as Canada, he need just check the North American tick box and it links its search to the NA affiliated site. Workopolis, Monster and in particular Monster.ca are not that well known here yet. A few more things that are probably major factors apart from these job visibility issues are indeed, "the money", seemingly longer hours and very minimal paid annual leave. For prospective UK immigrants I would think the latter is a big turn off, especially bearing in mind many are leaving close family for their new lives. They will feel the need to use their leave to go back to visit aging parents, yet would still like some decent time left over to discover Canada as well. Two or three weeks total just does not allow both needs to happen. :( Perhaps this is the key incentive rather than the money if you are to lure more UK IT staff with the skills and experience that are in demand. Well it would be for me anyway. So are there any leading edge IT companies in Fredericton, New Brunswick that can entice me? :thumbsup: |
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