I am a qualified electrician working in Scotland. 27 years old, how easy is it to come to Australia and start working as an electrician?

[Davidm92]

Hi there my name is david. I am a qualified electrician working in scotland. Up to date and got my 18th edition regulations qualification also. I work in domestic. Done house bashing 1st fix and 2nd fix for years and now mainly do contracts new kitchens. bathrooms and maintenance. How easy is it to come to Australia/canada or New Zealand to start working as an electrician. Thank you!

 

[Davidm92]

If you want to try it out without committing to visas go out on a working holiday visa and get a job as a trade assistant (TA). That’s how I first started and I ended up being out there for nearly 6 years. I did sort out my electrical licence in that 6 years but was earning the same as the other guys before I got it.

Good advice gaz! Is it easy enough to start working as a trade assistant? Its mainly for the experience of working away but I also want to do it based on my skills.