PPT Civil Engineering Technicians and Draftsperson 2014

Civil Engineering TechniciansDraftspersons

Australia in a Glance Australia is a diverse, multicultural society comprised of people from many

backgrounds An estimated 22% of the population are born overseas

Australia is considered to be one of the most resilient, high growth economiesin the world

The standard of living in Australia is high in comparison to many other countries

With a temperate climate, beautiful landscape and political and economicstability, Australians really have a quality of life to be envied.

Facts and Figures about Australia

MulticulturalPopulation

Australia's population in estimated at 22.02 million Nearly 25% of its population was born outside of Australia

and have ethnic ties spanning over 140 countries Language English is the national language of Australia

2.4 million plus people speak another language at home Geography Australia is the world's largest island and has the world's

lowest population densities Government

and Politics Australia is a stable democracy with freedom of speech There are three levels of government :

Federal Government ; State and Local Governments

Health Care in Australia Australia has one of the best healthcare systems in the world

It is widely accessible to all people living in Australia

All permanent Australian residents pay a Medicare levy (an additional tax) tofund the public healthcare system, which is like a medical insurance

This entitles them to free or subsidised services by medical practitioners andpublic hospital care

There is also an extensive private health system

Those join a health insurance fund can receive extra benefits for optical,physiotherapy, dental treatment and other medical services

Schools in Australia Australia's excellent education system and lifestyle makes studying and living in

Australia a fun and rewarding experience for students of all ages There are two categories of schools in Australia - Public and Private schools

Schooling begins with a preparatory year followed by 12 years of studying inPrimary and Secondary school

The school year is divided into 4 terms and runs from January to late November

There is usually a 2 weeks term break and a 2 months Summer holiday

Students attend school from Monday to Friday each week. School hours varyslightly across Australia but generally from 9am to 3.30 pm each school day

Australia Labour Market The Australian workforce has experienced structural improvements over the

last decade which has contributed to the growth in job creation & productivity In the last two years, employment has grown by more than 2% per annum

In April 2013, the unemployment rate was 5.5%

Australia is ranked 11th in the world for overall productivity, as measured byGDP per person employed

The 3 major occupation groups are: Professionals, administrative workers andtechnicians/trades workers

Approximately 25% of the Australian labour force is comprised of employeesborn overseas

Working in Australia Australia has a strong, skilled workforce of approximately 10 million people

The majority of Australia's work force is educated and well trained

Most workers having earned some trade or university qualification

The current monthly Australian unemployment rate is 5.5%

The annual average Australian unemployment rate is 4.9%

Annual average job vacancies are 179,600

Significant majority of these vacancies in the private sector (160,700)

Compared with 18,800 vacancies in the public sector

Trade Qualifications Australia Australian legislation covering the recognition of professional and trade

qualifications varies according to where candidate live within Australia It has a federal system and is divided into six States and two Territories

Some professions and trades required to be registered

A person registered to practice in one State can carry out same occupation inany other State after registered with the relevant Registration Board

Every occupation or group of occupations has its own individual pathway torecognition as a professional or tradesperson in Australia

Occupations can be divided into three categories - Regulated by law,Self-regulating and Unregulated.

Unemployment Rate by State

State / Region Unemployment Rate(Monthly Trend)

Job Vacancies(Annual Average)

Australian Capital Territory 3.4% 6,400

New South Wales 4.9% 47,300

Western Australia 3.8% 28,000

South Australia 5.2% 10,400

Victoria 5.5% 40,800

Queensland 5.5% 41,600

Australian Wages Chart

Australian working conditions are considered some of the best in the world The average weekly total earnings of workers in Australia averaged A$1056.16

Average Wages by State

Australian Capital Territory $1,310.42 New South Wales $1,054.71 Western Australia $1,187.65 South Australia $933.78 Victoria $1,021.82 Queensland $1,052.82

Australian Working Conditions Australian working conditions are regulated by federal legislation, workplace

agreements, awards and contracts The Australian Fair Pay and Conditions Standard protects the minimum wage,

maximum work hours and minimum leave entitlements of all employees The average weekly working hours is 36 hours

Standard working hours are 9am to 5pm, with rest and meal breaks

Overtime rates of pay and flexi-time arrangements are becoming common

Average retirement age for Australians is 57 years

Aged Pension is currently 60 years for women and 65 years for men

Australian Employment Opportunities Depend on the local economic circumstances & type of work sought

Australia allows workers and employers to negotiate agreements while federallegislation guarantee a minimum rate of pay and leave entitlements

Thousands of jobs are advertised each week in Australia

Diverse jobs for skilled & semiskilled professionals and trades people

Many Australian employers have readily employed immigrant workers,especially in times of labour shortages. Migrants with the best prospects forfinding employment include those with strong proficiency in the Englishlanguage, recognised post-secondary qualifications and high skill levels

Civil Engineering Technician and Draftsperson


Duties and Tasks

Core Duties Assist in civil engineering research, design, construction, operationsand maintenance

Task Include 1. Preparing sketches, charts, tabulations, plans and designs for civilengineering works such as drainage, water supply, seweragereticulation systems, roads, airports, dams, bridges and structures

2. Performing and directing fieldwork and laboratory testing3. Interpreting work assignment instructions, applying appropriate

procedures and selecting equipment4. Collecting and analysing data, and carrying out computations5. Estimating material costs and ensuring finished works are within

specifications, regulations and contract provisions


Duties and Tasks

Task Include 5. Inspecting civil engineering works, and organising and supervisingmaintenance and repair work

6. Conducting field and laboratory tests of construction materialsand soils, and collecting data for traffic surveys


Indicative Skill Level:

AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formalqualifications listed above

In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may berequired in addition to the formal qualification

Registration or licensing may be required

1. Civil Engineering Technician

Duties and Tasks

Core Duties Conducts tests of construction materials, prepares sketches andtabulations, and assists in estimating costs in support of CivilEngineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists.Registration or licensing may be required

Specifications

Civil Engineering Assistant Civil Laboratory Technician

Geotechnical Laboratory Technician

2. Civil Engineering Draftsperson

Duties and Tasks

Core Duties Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work insupport of Civil Engineering Professionals and EngineeringTechnologists. Registration or licensing may be required

Specifications

Civil Engineering Design Draftsperson Road Design Draftsperson

Plumbing Engineering Draftsperson

Sewage Reticulation Drafting Officer

Structural Engineering Drafting Officer

Australian Civil Engineering Technician andDraftsperson Career Information

Starting salary $63,500 P/A Senior salary $110,000 P/A Average $80,000 P/A

Average Weekly Salary $1,530 Average weekly Hours 40 Hours

The top three regions for employment as a Civil Engineering Technician / Draftsperson Career Info:

NSW 31.1% VIC 25.6% QLD 16.4%

Employment trends Has risen by a rate of 50.2% over the past 5 years and is expectedto grow moderately through 2017

Employment growth Total employment growth over the past 5 years for male andfemale, employed part-time and full-time is 3,700

Gender (including full time and part time)

Male Full Time: 84.4% Male Part Time: 5.4% Female Full Time: 7.1% Female Part Time: 3.2%

Visas for Civil Engineering Technician Draftspersonwork and/or to settle in Australia

A. Temporary Work (Skilled) Visa (subclass 457)

Features This visa lets a skilled worker travel to Australia to work intheir nominated occupation for their approved sponsor upto 4 years

Requirements 1. Candidate have been sponsored by an approved business2. And have the required skills to fill a position nominated by

an approved business


B. Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)

Features This visa is for points-tested skilled workers who arenominated by a state or territory government agency

Allows Candidate to live and work in Australia as aPermanent Resident.

Requirements 1. Not yet turned 50 years of age and with competent English2. With occupation on relevant skilled occupation list3. Obtained a suitable skills assessment4. Achieved sufficient score in the points test5. Nominated by an Australian state6. Eligible to apply for this visa if invited


C. Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)

Features This visa is for points-tested skilled workers who arenominated by a state or territory government agency

Allows Candidate to live and work in Australia as aPermanent Resident.

Requirements 1. Not yet turned 50 years of age and with competent English2. With an occupation on relevant skilled occupation list3. Obtained suitable skills assessment4. Achieved sufficient score in the points test5. Eligible to apply for this visa if invited


D. Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa (subclass 187)

Features This visa is a Permanent Residence Visa for skilled workerswho want to work in regional Australia. It allows them towork in Australia under one of three streams:

1. The Temporary Residence Transition stream2. The Direct Entry stream3. The Agreement stream.

Requirements 1. Younger than 50 years of age, unless exempt2. Meet the Skills, Qualifications and English Language

requirements, unless exempt3. Nominated by approved employer in regional area


E. Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)

Features This visa is a Permanent Residence Visa for skilled workerswho want to work in regional Australia. It allows them towork in Australia under one of three streams:

1. The Temporary Residence Transition stream2. The Direct Entry stream3. The Agreement stream.

Requirements 1. Younger than 50 years of age, unless exempt2. Meet the Skills, Qualifications and English Language

requirements, unless exempt3. Nominated by an approved employer in regional area

Amazing Grace International LimitedOur Company

Head office in Hong Kong, We have offices / Associates offices in Canada,Australia, USA, UK, China, Malaysia, Thailand and Philippines

Our Australian Immigration Consultants are all licensed Migration Agents

Our Canadian Migration Consultants are registered with CSIC

Our US Immigration Lawyers are registered with their State Bar Association

Over the years we have successfully assisted hundreds of thousands of clientsto make their immigration goals a reality

Amazing Grace International Limited

Our Premium Visa Service

Stage 1: Detailed Assessment Examine all information provided Assess client’s personal circumstances Provide client with an understanding of their

position prior to visa application Advice on how to give the Client the best

possible chance of successStage 2: Visa Application Guide Step-by-step managing the application, with

detailed advice on timing, entitlements,requirements and fees



Stage 3: Pre-Application Stage Prepare application, monitor progress andkeep client informed

To obtain adequate document to satisfy all thespecific visa requirements

Completing the required application formsStage 4: Application

Submission Draft representations and submit the

application to the relevant authoritiesStage 5: Processing Period To monitor the file with care to ensure the

application is handled correctly and swiftly



Stage 6: The Decision Monitor the application till decision made To keep candidate updated and to provide

guidance and advice on next stepsStage 7: Guide to Destination Provide all necessary information about the

destination country To help with travel and/or settlement

Stage 8: Post Landing Services To help client settle through our customizedplacement and settlement services


Our Commitment

We are committed to following three main values as a company

We are honest We will tell the client if the case is not goingto succeed

We believe in integrity We do not take shortcuts

We are reliable Client can depend on our company torepresent them professionally


Disclaimer

1. Australian Immigration Law and Policy is subject to constant change2. While every effort is made to ensure information is current and accurate,

this cannot be guaranteed3. The information is for general guidance only and no responsibility is

accepted for any adverse consequence which may arise from any actiontaken on the basis of material provided, regardless as to any possible error oromission

4. It is recommended that any and all information be verified by contacting ourMigration Consultant

PPT Civil Engineering Technicians and Draftsperson 2014

Documents

Transcript of PPT Civil Engineering Technicians and Draftsperson 2014