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Forum: Australia
Jul 5th 2012, 8:49 am
Replies: 7
Views: 1,270
Posted By Gav_71

Forum: Australia
Jul 4th 2012, 5:03 pm
Replies: 7
Views: 1,270
Posted By Gav_71

Geradlton WA.....any thoughts?

Hi Everyone,

Am still considering options regarding a return to Oz. I previously mentioned Townsville and Mt Isa but they didn't come together as planned. Anyway, I am talking to someone later...
Forum: Australia
May 6th 2012, 10:51 am
Replies: 16
Views: 3,039
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Civil Engineering Jobs

Well like I said..............HEAPS of opportunities in the civil engineering sector. If you have a relevant degree and work experience, you should get a job (and sponsorship) without any worries at...
Forum: Australia
May 5th 2012, 11:24 am
Replies: 16
Views: 3,039
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Civil Engineering Jobs

Leightons, SMEC, Aurecon, URS, MWHglobal, Aecom.....etc etc.....There really are endless opportunities out there for people in our profession Kevin.

I worked for 4 years in Queensland before...
Forum: Australia
May 4th 2012, 7:54 pm
Replies: 16
Views: 3,039
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Civil Engineering Jobs

Hi,

Try Baulderstone to start with. They are actually advertising on their website for UK Engineers.

http://www.baulderstone.com.au/index.php?page=jobs-current

Also try www.seek.com.au and...
Forum: Australia
May 3rd 2012, 7:48 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 1,200
Posted By Gav_71

Brits in Mt. Isa

Hi Everyone,

I posted here a few weeks ago about a potential move to Townsville. Well the job offer is looking like it will happen now with one huge catch.......... my first assignment will be...
Forum: Australia
Apr 19th 2012, 7:40 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 1,003
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Townsville..........honest opinions please :)

Thanks for the responses guys.

I am pretty well travelled in Oz but somehow missed out Townsville. I suppose I would like to know the following;

Which are the nice areas to live / ones to...
Forum: Australia
Apr 18th 2012, 6:19 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 1,003
Posted By Gav_71

Townsville..........honest opinions please :)

Hi,

I recently moved back to Europe after 4 years in South East Queensland and have a potential opportunity to move back to Townsville. It wasn't really on my radar but sounds like a good career...
Forum: Australia
May 7th 2011, 10:48 am
Replies: 2
Views: 478
Posted By Gav_71

Forum: Australia
May 7th 2011, 9:19 am
Replies: 2
Views: 478
Posted By Gav_71

Shipping Companies - Oz to Europe

Hi,

Anyone recommend a good shipping company for a relatively small shipment back to Europe? Switzerland to be specific. Any tips from anyone who has experience in moving OUT of Oz would also be...
Mar 12th 2011, 6:16 am
Replies: 4
Views: 527
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Advice on finding Employer Sponsorship

Yeah I am aware of that possibility mate. We talked about it but having both been married once already, we are reluctant to go down that road at this stage.

Cheers,

Gav
Mar 12th 2011, 5:37 am
Replies: 4
Views: 527
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Advice on finding Employer Sponsorship

Yeah we are both in our early 40's.

I guess we better just get sending those resumes off.

I've seen some jobs for recruitment consultants which offer 457 visas and she does have some experience...
Forum: Australia
Mar 12th 2011, 4:03 am
Replies: 9
Views: 1,471
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Gold Coast Meet

I'm Gav,

Almost 40, Civil Engineer living in Merrimac. Dead keen to catch up with some new folks for a beer or two!! Can do pretty much ANY time so if anyone fancies a few scoops tonight, I'd be...
Mar 12th 2011, 3:57 am
Replies: 4
Views: 527
Posted By Gav_71

Advice on finding Employer Sponsorship

Hi,



On a trip to back to Europe last year I met a girl from Switzerland and we have basically fallen for each other in a big way!!:o We are making regular trips back and forth (currently...
Forum: Australia
Feb 5th 2010, 10:28 am
Replies: 0
Views: 400
Posted By Gav_71

Liverpool v Everton - Gold Coast area

Does anybody know where this will be shown on the GC? Usually watch the games at home but fancied maybe going out for a few beers as this one is on at a more reasonable hour. Have no idea where shows...
Forum: Australia
Nov 13th 2009, 7:53 am
Replies: 17
Views: 1,993
Posted By Gav_71

Re: The Gold Coast

I guess it depends what you are into. Having been in Australia for 18 months, all of it spent on the GC, I have to say I won't stay here long term. I have travelled the country pretty extensively...
Forum: Australia
Nov 8th 2009, 2:10 am
Replies: 30
Views: 3,056
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Varsity/Robina Meet

I am in Merrimac. Been here 18 months and despite making a conscious effort to assimilate by moving in "non-pommie" circles, I am now very keen to hang out with some expats!!

Doing nothing this...
Forum: Australia
Aug 24th 2009, 7:44 am
Replies: 4
Views: 718
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Gold Coast Meet Ups

And the mighty Reds take on the Villa at 5am tomorrow!!! Will deffo be up for a game at the pub sometime!!

Gav
Forum: Australia
Aug 22nd 2009, 3:00 am
Replies: 4
Views: 718
Posted By Gav_71

Gold Coast Meet Ups

Anything on the horizon?

Have been here 16 months now and was determined to try and make my own way and find Ozzie friends as I didn't want become part of a clique of expats. Have kind of come...
Forum: Australia
Jun 30th 2009, 11:47 am
Replies: 98
Views: 9,231
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Moving to the Gold Coast

Oooops hit send too soon! I meant to clarify that life out here is great etc but personally, for me, I would rather live somewhere like Brisbane. I find it more varied and friendly. Then again I am...
Forum: Australia
Jun 30th 2009, 11:39 am
Replies: 98
Views: 9,231
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Moving to the Gold Coast

I guess everyone is different. I have been in Oz for 14 months and live on the Gold Coast. It's ok but I don't see myself settling here. It is chav central!
Forum: Australia
Sep 10th 2008, 6:18 am
Replies: 80
Views: 7,572
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Ozzie attitude to Brits

Its a Gold Coast thing obviously!

I just hope it doesnt keep happening coz sooner or later I will turn green and my clothes will rip!!

Gav
Forum: Australia
Sep 8th 2008, 7:49 am
Replies: 80
Views: 7,572
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Ozzie attitude to Brits

Interesting responses! Seems beer is the main cause! Incidentally, for the dude who asked, I was at the Coolangatta Hotel the last time it happened! The band might have attracted a younger (sillier)...
Forum: Australia
Sep 7th 2008, 1:34 pm
Replies: 80
Views: 7,572
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Ozzie attitude to Brits

Yeah think u r probably right mate!

I can live with it, just an observation and wondered if it was just me!

Gav
Forum: Australia
Sep 7th 2008, 1:26 pm
Replies: 80
Views: 7,572
Posted By Gav_71

Re: Ozzie attitude to Brits

Its not the people I hang out with! They are fine and mainly Ozzie! Have just had a few little situations where I have been at the bar or outside having a smoke and have had people crack onto me and...
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