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Anon604000 · 22d ago

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Being all unemployed 'n' $h!ŧ then someone suddenly knows a guy that can do it cheaper 🫡 How do I keep getting roped into this 🙄

Anon786823 · 23d ago

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Cold emailing/calling to offer services for trades (electrician/plumbing etc) – has anyone had success doing this?

Anon932189 · 12d ago

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I’m 19 and currently trying to secure a 1st year plumbing apprenticeship. I don’t have industry experience yet, but I’ve done construction labouring and I’m confident with tools, physical work, and following WHS procedures. I always follow up with employers, but many tell me they have chosen someone with experience. I’m committed, reliable, and ready to learn just looking for someone willing to give me a chance to start my career in plumbing.

Anon932189 · 12d ago

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I’m 19 and currently trying to secure a 1st-year plumbing apprenticeship. I don’t have industry experience yet, but I’ve done construction labouring and I’m confident with tools, physical work, and following WHS procedures. I always follow up with employers, but many tell me they have chosen someone with experience. I’m committed, reliable, and ready to learn — just looking for someone willing to give me a chance to start my career in plumbing.

Ali · 19d ago

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why Australia do not want to employ African skills technicians workers instead they preferred to take Asian skills technicians. WHH it like that?

Anon942166 · 30 Oct 2025

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My current company went to voluntary administration last week . I’m with them for only 2.5 years and currently doing Apprenticeship with them too, only 4/5 months left to finish. Doesn’t looks like company gonna survive but it is just too early to say that. I don’t think so I’m eligible for redundancy as well. Any suggestions , should I stick to them until it goes to liquidation or move on find another job. I’m on bit of confusion right now. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks

Arthur · 26 Oct 2025

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Hi everyone, I’m from Africa. life here hasn’t been easy. The situation keeps getting harder — unstable economy, lack of job opportunities, and daily struggles to survive. I work as a drywall installer, plasterer, and painter, despite my skills and hard work, it’s been tough to grow or find stable opportunities. I’ve stayed humble and resilient through it all, believing that better days will come. Now I’m hoping to migrate to Europe. If anyone has advice on how to make that move possible 🙏

Elochukwu · 12 Oct 2025

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Hey everyone 👋 I’m a qualified plumber currently applying for jobs in New Zealand. Most of the employers I’ve reached out to (through SEEK and Immigration NZ) keep asking if I already have a work visa.Whenever I mention that I’ll need visa sponsorship, they stop replying. 😕 I’m wondering how people from your countries were able to get employer sponsorship to NZ. Plumbing is on the Accredited Employer Work Visa list, even when you’re ready to handle all the expenses yourself.

Aqsa · 25d ago

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I am a welder, have almost a year of experience in the housing industry, I am now trying to think about moving forward Some friends suggested I get certified and explore opportunities abroad, like in Australia or New Zealand. Do you think there are any employers who could sponsor me? I provide relocation costs and others, I'm just looking for whether there are any companies that need people next year?

Chris · 13 Oct 2025

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Hi everyone, My name is Chris, and I'm currently seeking work as an electrician. I’ve completed all the necessary qualifications and am just waiting for my license to be issued. In the meantime, I’m eager to get started and open to opportunities where I can begin work right away. I’m reliable, safety-conscious, and ready to hit the ground running. If you or someone you know is looking for an extra set of hands on site, please feel free to reach out! Thanks in advance, Chris

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