Painter & Decorator arriving in 3 weeks any tips for empoyment please

[pauljoinoz]

Hi

We are due to arrive in 3 weeks time & I was wondering if anyone could give me some tips to find employment once we arrive.

I am a City & Guilds experienced Painter & Decorator of 20 years & managed to pick up a few contacts when we were on our reccie but just wondered if anyone else have any useful info please. I am looking at gettng my licience as soon as possible I have several references & customer testimonials.

Any help appreciated thank you

Paul Jo from Southend on Sea

[suzer]

Perhaps get in touch with the HIA or MBA before coming over?

[Angela]

Email/PM me & hubby will reply, he has had no problem with working for a company based in the city. I am sure he will be able to give you help & advise.
Have a safe journey.

[Dennis]

email me on d.hensman@buildadelaide.com.au and I will help you with introductions

Alternatively call me when you get to Adelaide work 8223 7400 mobile 0431 046 399

Regards

Dennis

[katypritchard]

We are looking at coming to south australia - does a painter and decorator have to obtain a licence if coming on a PR? we thought this was just for plumbers etc

Kate

[soggy]

We are looking at coming to south australia - does a painter and decorator have to obtain a licence if coming on a PR? we thought this was just for plumbers etc

Kate

Hi,
it does not matter what type of visa you are on, a licence is required if you want to work for your self either as a company or just as a self employed person, you can work for somone else with out a licence though.:)

Simon

[Kraig1967]

Hi,
it does not matter what type of visa you are on, a licence is required if you want to work for your self either as a company or just as a self employed person, you can work for somone else with out a licence though.:)

Simon

All plumbing jobs advertised ask for Licensed/Registered plumbers only.

[Angela]

Hubby is a P&D & no license is required as he is a direct employee, however, Master Builders have confirmed sub contract workers & if you are self employed should have a license, the fine is $20k. License around $430 approx with TAFE.

[katypritchard]

Hi Angela,

Thanx for your response. Are you enjoying it in Adelaide? Has yr hubby found it easy to get employment? Ant has been a painter and decorator for nearly 11 years and would prefer to work for a company until we find our feet etc.

Kate