Moving to Barcelona - 2018
Nov 30th 2017 | 10:31 pm
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Moving to Barcelona - 2018
Hello,
This is a first time "forum" user, so please be nice haha
My name is Nick, I'm a 27 year old carpenter/project manager, planning to move to Barcelona for 1-3 years, possibly longer. I'm also studying to become a sports therapist, which i practice in my spare time.
I plan to make the move over in the new year, around April-May time. I will be renting a place with my girlfriend and plan to work as close to Barcelona centre as possible.
My girlfriend has a job with a well known printing company which is based in Barcelona and she will be there for a few years.
I'm currently taking spanish lesson and will continue learning in Barcelona while looking for work.
I plan to start off working in a bar or restaurant to improve my spanish, but also look for therapist jobs (spa, gyms, hotels) to do alongside and potentially full time (if possible).
My ideal situation would be to get a job in construction as a project manager, but i realise that will be very difficult with the lack of language knowledge. So i am going to wait until my spanish improves before looking for a job in construction.
I'd would really appreciate any advice anyone has on:
Bar/restaurant jobs.
Therapist jobs.
Carpentry jobs (not urgent).
I'm open to any questions you may have regarding my post and any help will be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks
Nick
This is a first time "forum" user, so please be nice haha
My name is Nick, I'm a 27 year old carpenter/project manager, planning to move to Barcelona for 1-3 years, possibly longer. I'm also studying to become a sports therapist, which i practice in my spare time.
I plan to make the move over in the new year, around April-May time. I will be renting a place with my girlfriend and plan to work as close to Barcelona centre as possible.
My girlfriend has a job with a well known printing company which is based in Barcelona and she will be there for a few years.
I'm currently taking spanish lesson and will continue learning in Barcelona while looking for work.
I plan to start off working in a bar or restaurant to improve my spanish, but also look for therapist jobs (spa, gyms, hotels) to do alongside and potentially full time (if possible).
My ideal situation would be to get a job in construction as a project manager, but i realise that will be very difficult with the lack of language knowledge. So i am going to wait until my spanish improves before looking for a job in construction.
I'd would really appreciate any advice anyone has on:
Bar/restaurant jobs.
Therapist jobs.
Carpentry jobs (not urgent).
I'm open to any questions you may have regarding my post and any help will be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks
Nick
Nov 30th 2017 | 10:37 pm
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Re: Moving to Barcelona - 2018
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Problems and complaints should always be addressed to a moderator who will look into the matter and deal with it efficiently and fairly. Our members who post in the Spain Forums are usually friendly and helpful with a wealth of knowledge about the issues of living in Spain. I hope that you enjoy your time participating in the forums.
Please let me know if you need any further help.
