Working in Perth

Expats working in Perth will need a skilled visa, business visa, working visa or an employment sponsor in order to legally pursue a job opportunity.

The key sectors for employment in the city are mining and associated fields, as well as positions for highly skilled workers like engineering.

Healthcare workers and artisans are also in high demand. Media, marketing and IT jobs are scarce – these are more easily found in Sydney.

General Skilled Migration visas are easy to obtain for professionals or qualified graduates who want to live and work in Australia either temporarily or permanently. To qualify applicants must be under 45 years of age, have an occupation listed on the Skilled Occupations List, have a competent standard of English, have a professional or trade qualification recognised in the country and have recent work experience.

The workplace style is similar to that of the Australian culture, namely relaxed and egalitarian. Staff relations are generally informal and direct. Perth is one of the last bastions of the Friday afternoon office drinks tradition.