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Immigration demonstrates commitment to IT careers

By The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC):

The department has launched a recruitment drive in a bid to secure more than 60 permanent information technology specialists to rebalance its workforce with a greater proportion of staff rather than relying on contractors.

This recruitment drive is consistent with the findings of the 2008 Gershon review, a departmental spokesman said.
“We want our IT professionals to build their careers with us and develop and retain their skills base with DIAC. We are committed to well-trained and supported staff,” he said.
The Gershon review, delivered to the Minister for Finance last August, identified seven critical areas for reform. Part of the suggested change was to reduce the proportion of contractors in the IT workforce.
“Investing in ongoing positions will help DIAC manage its business-as-usual IT operation more efficiently; it is better management of our skills base and ensures our operations are sustainable – all consistent with key tenets of Sir Peter Gershon’s review,” the spokesman said.
“This is a better use of taxpayers’ money and has ongoing benefits in staff retention, development of the organisation’s IT maturity and corporate knowledge. DIAC needs to enhance its IT capability and is offering employment opportunities across a broad range of IT areas.”
Some of the applicants will also be required to support the business transformation program Systems for People and ensure the department’s technological security needs are appropriately managed and maintained.
Vacancies range from IT helpdesk support officers on packages of $53 000 a year through to SAP and senior Java technical specialists, among others, on arrival packages of more than $140 000. Applications close January 18.
DIAC employs some 7000 people – more than 1000 of whom are from the IT sector – in more than 100 locations in Australia and overseas.
More IT Career Australia Articles:
http://www.immigration-australia-blog.com/2008/09/vision-for-it-future.html
Thursday, January 29th, 2009 IT, Skilled workers No Comments

 

Top 53 jobs on the Queensland Skills Shortage List.

Well you’ve heard of the Skills List, you know, where you hunt for your occupation and see if there is a need for your skill here in Australia…. -below is the LIST for Queensland:

  1. Auto Electricians

  2. Electronics Technicians

  3. Electricians

  4. Refrigeration mechanics

  5. Boilermakers

  6. Carpenters

  7. Diesel Fitters

  8. Mechanics

  9. Tradesperson -all

  10. Bricklayers

  11. Fitters & Tuners

  12. IT Specialists

  13. Plumbers

  14. Tilers

  15. Welders

  16. Automotive Trades

  17. Building Trades

  18. Air Conditioning Mechanics

  19. Architectural Associate

  20. Building Engineering Associate Professional

  21. Chef

  22. Civil Engineering Associate

  23. Cooks

  24. Diesel Mechanics

  25. Electrical Engineers

  26. Electrical Engineering Associate

  27. Electrical Engineering Technician

  28. Electrical or Electronic Engineering Technologist

  29. Electricians

  30. Mechanical Engineering Associate

  31. Mechanical Engineering Technologist

  32. Painters

  33. Panel Beaters

  34. Plumbers

  35. Cabinetmakers

  36. Dental Technicians

  37. Electrical Mechanics

  38. Motor Mechanics

  39. Pressure Welders

  40. Refrigeration Mechanics

  41. Building Inspector

  42. Pastry Chefs

  43. Plasterers

  44. Boat Builders

  45. Metal Machinist (laser cutting & sheetmetal qualifications & experience

  46. Sheetmetal workers
  47. Spray Painters

  48. Construction Trades

  49. Bakers

  50. Business Machine Mechanic (photocopier Technician)

  51. Gas Fitters

  52. Hairdressers

  53. Metal Fabricators

Useful Resources:
www.minister.immi.gov.au/media/media-releases/2008/ce08015.htm
www.immigration-australia-blog.com/2008/05/shortage-of-workers.html

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009 Jobs, Skill Shortage, Skilled workers No Comments

 

Shortage of Workers.

In spite of Brisbane’s growth issues, there is still a need for skilled workers, particularly in healthcare, tourism and business.

Recruiters are concerned that the state is being held back due to shortages of staff.

All in all Brisbane is still a tropical coastal relaxed city with a lifestyle.

Useful Resources:
Immigration package to ease skills shortage

Thursday, February 28th, 2008 Brisbane, Skilled workers No Comments
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