jamiefrod

I'm coming over to oz on a WHV while my 136 skilled visa goes through. I've applied for my TRA, so if and when this comes through am i right in assuming that I cant go for my ARTC until I have residency?

Can I save time by booking my TAFE course before i arrive in WA or do i need to take my ARTC to the licencing people first?

I need to be pulling some cash in asap when I arrive in Perth as i'm none too flush. Anyone got any advice how i can speed things up a bit or try and hurry up or beat the system?

I don't mind a challenge but this paper chase for sparkies gets a bit nuts, and there never seems to be any solid info.

Cheers all

Wendy

See these:

ARTC assessments:
http://www.workplace.gov.au/workplac...nresidents.htm

EnergySafe:
http://www.energysafety.wa.gov.au/en...y/default.html

Application for an 'A' class licence:
http://www.energysafety.wa.gov.au/en...orm%20R018.pdf

Exams required for an 'A' class licence:
http://www.energysafety.wa.gov.au/en.../Form_R035.pdf

joesoap

What are the equivelant exams in Queensland and does anyone have a link?
I have been told about six different courses by six different people and thats just in the one office. Thanks guys

Wendy

See here: http://www.qet.edu.au/

Also read this post: http://britishexpats.com/forum/showp...50&postcount=6

and if you do a search for posts by Steve 'O on this part of the forum you'll get loads more info

Brigall

Jamie I am sure you have to prove your a resident for the ARTC certificate.
You will still pick up work from some companys without your licence in Perth. But at a reduced rate.

Tintsexpert

Brother-in-law has had some irish back packers on their site (immi office in perth!!!) working as sparks under supervision

Wendy

They want a certified copy of a visa and an Australian address to send the results to.