[yoji2]

Sadly, after 2 months in NZ I still don't have a job, despite the fact that there are many openings that fit my profession.

Last week, finally somebody offered me a job but the starting date is 01.Feb.05.

Is this a legitimate job offer? Can I apply for residency with this offer? How much ahead can be a job offer to be considered as a legitimate "Job Offer"?

Thanks

[xanctus]

Yoji, what field are you looking for?? hmm it seems that finding a job in NZ is not as easy as it seems

[jhsay]

Hi Yoji,
For as long as they are willing to support you (employers have to sign forms to be able to sponsor you), I believe you could very well use it for residency application.
I have the impression that the unemploymkent rate in NZ is very low. What seems to be the reason why jobs are elusive? Is it because you don't have the proper visa? Are the salaries offered to low? No job match? I hope you could share us your experience.

[Moorf]

We had a long chat with an IT guy here in Chch today , we were actually looking at his rental property but him and Woz got chatting as turned out he was also in IT - he told us that work in Chch, in particular IT, was done by contacts... networking. He said there were many small companies that just don't go through recruitment agencies etc.

In fact, he seemed keen to help Woz find a job and they are chatting later this evening after Woz has emailed him his CV etc.. he said he'd put out some feelers for us too!

We haven't started the job hunting yet... will be doing so in a few weeks time so will keep you posted.

Moorf

[yoji2]

In the last 10 days only, I applied for more then 15 job openings as electronics technician, with more then 10 years experience. There are excellent jobs and I don't mind the location and nothing!! I even applied for the same job 2-3 times without any results. My guess is that it is age discrimination and I know it exists

[Moorf]

Do you mind me asking how old/young you are Yoji?

[yoji2]

I'm glad to share my experience with others but I still would like to have an answer to my question....

"How much ahead can be a job offer to be considered as a legitimate "Job Offer"?

And I'm 54 yo but from my documents it seems that I'm around 45-50

[jesselyn]

hi yoji2,

welcome to the forum. :D

maybe it was the age however im not sure. :? anyways, will try to find the email from an agency who hires older ppl (no offense meant)...

will pm you... ;)

jes :angel

[drumminj]

We had a long chat with an IT guy here in Chch today , we were actually looking at his rental property but him and Woz got chatting as turned out he was also in IT - he told us that work in Chch, in particular IT, was done by contacts... networking. He said there were many small companies that just don't go through recruitment agencies etc.

And that's why people like you need to stay active on these forums - to act as a link to the network and help us out :mrgreen:

J

[jhsay]

Hi Yoji,
I've checked the operations manual and there was nothing that mentions about the effectivity of a job offer. I sent your question to te EOI Team. I'll email you as soon as I got a reply.

-jinkee

[jesselyn]

hi yoji2,

found it! :yes http://greyskills.co.nz/index.cfm/Grey_Skills_Employment

Employment opportunities for the over 40s!

Operating in Christchurch New Zealand Grey Skills Employment Has placed hundreds of experienced and skilled mature people into quality paid employment.

We know there are many more of you out there looking for a good job and we may be just the right place for you to come if:

1 you are aged 40 or older
2 you are unemployed at present or in unsatisfactory employment (you hate your job!) or....
3 you are thinking of making a change but don't know where to go next and.....
4 you have a good employment history and can provide referees and testimonials as to your work skills.
5 you are of provable good character and can provide a character referee of substance.

So stop procrastinating and give us a call! We may be able to help. We have up to 50 jobs at any one time waiting for someone just like you to come along to Grey Skills and apply for one of them.

Download our job-Seekers registration form

To complete registration with Grey Skills Employment you must attend an interview with one of our consultants and to do that you can contact us by email or phone us in Christchurch on (03) 963 7777.



good luck! :nice1

jes :angel

[yoji2]

THANKS A MILLION

[jesselyn]

yvw... ;)

jes :angel

[xanctus]

oh wow, I wished there is a website/company that is willing to do what greyskills does...

[shagen]

This forum is great for information!

Does anyone know how the job market is for migrant accountants?

[jhsay]

Hi Yojii,
Here's NZIS' answer....

Dear Jinkee Say

Thank you for your email.
Please refer your query regarding your job offer to our National Call Centre on: (inside NZ) 0508 558855 or (outside NZ) 0064 9 9144100.

Kind regards

Teresa Sasa

[yoji2]

THANKS TWO MILLIONS!!

[thegatehouse]

If you have an offer of employment, are you legally bound to actually take it up once you are in NZ or can you use it as a type of stepping stone to get there ??

If I got offered a job with a poor salary, but got me in, then it would be worth taking..............wouldn't it ?????

[yoji2]

READ THIS CAREFULLY!!!

Job offers must be:

• for ongoing work with a single employer (that is, permanent, indefinite, or for a stated term of at least 12 months with an option of further terms); or
• for one or more contracts totalling at least six months, if you have provided evidence of having had at least two years of contract work; and
• for full-time employment (averaging at least 30 hours per week); and
• current at the time your application is assessed and at the time you are granted residence; and
• genuine; and
• for a position that is paid by salary or wages (positions of self-employment, payment by commission and/or retainer are not acceptable); and
• accompanied by evidence of full or provisional registration, if full or provisional registration is required by law to take up the offer; and
• compliant with all relevant employment law in force in New Zealand. This includes having a written employment contract specifying the necessary terms and conditions, and meeting holiday, special leave, minimum wage, and occupational health and safety requirements.
Minimum income requirement
If you have dependent children you will need to show that you will meet a minimum income requirement in New Zealand to ensure that you can support yourself and your dependants if you come to New Zealand.

[shagen]

Hi Yoji,

That was very useful indeed.

Referring to the last paragraph, do you know what the minimum income is in New Zealand?

How's your job serach going?

Cheers,

[yoji2]

I don't know what is the minimum, but you have to consider the fact that the "cost of living" in NZ is quite high and if you have family it may be a problem