AUSTRALIAN IMMIGRATION NEWS

Skilled immigration: lifeline for Australian engineering & science

Thursday, 17 January 2008

If you're a scientist or engineer, your immigration decision could be the answer to Australia's energy, mining and pharmaceutical industries' pleads for more qualified professionals to migrate to Australia.

Immigrate not only to a better lifestyle, but also to a much more comfortable one. Engineers and scientists have never been in more demand, and salaries are looking highly attractive.

Even though Australia is currently experiencing its lowest rate of unemployment, along with a booming economy, in 33 years, its demand for skilled workers, especially in the engineering and science fields, is higher than ever. Australian immigration could be the answer to these concerns.

Numerous opportunities and high salaries are awaiting foreign trained engineers with Australian visas, especially for those who are specialised in mining, electrical or mechanical engineering. The same applies to people with chemistry degrees, whose specialist skills are, according to Online Recruitment, in very high demand.

Currently, the mining and energy industries have stressed concern that there are not enough engineering graduates from Australian universities to meet the severe skills shortage expected in the next 20 years.

Looking at these shocking figures, chief executive for the South Australia Chamber of Mines and Energy, Jason Kuchel, is convinced that it will be impossible to fill the industry skills requirements within the next two decades. This is, of course, if Australia does not rely on immigration of skilled workers.

According to figures from employment consultant Kelly Services, there is an incredibly high demand for mechanical engineers who have experience in mining processing, civil or structural engineers, as well as for designers with experience in the mechanical, structural and electrical industries. 3D experience will make them even more sought after.

As climate and water issues are becoming a priority for the Australian government, many job offerings are awaiting environmental scientists and geologists.

If your immigration decision is mainly salary motivated, then working in Perth will be your best option, as it offers the highest salaries. This is due to Perth's shortage of experienced laboratory technicians and chemists, especially those with skills in wet chemistry, instrumental analysis and quality systems.

The industry is also showing a greater appreciation for older workers, who are valued for their wealth of skills and experience.

If you are a skilled worker and would like to see if you qualify for Australian immigration, you can complete our free online visa eligibility assessment, which delivers instant results.

Chances are, with your scientific or engineering skills, your application will be eagerly met with a great sigh of relief by the scientific and engineering industries!