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Employment and Work
By Travel Team | April 28, 2008
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There are many work and career opportunities on the Whitsunday Islands and within Airlie Beach. Most of the opportunities are connected to the hospitality industry and give those seeking employment a chance to stay a little longer in this wonderful paradise setting. It is also an ideal way to learn new skills and meet new and interesting people, and really get the ‘feel’ of the place, while earning some money.
None of the Islands have employment bureaus of their own. However, Airlie beach, and other main centers have employment bureaus which offer recourses and information, availability of opportunities and accommodation and expert knowledge and training facilities available for gaining employment on a Whitsunday Island. These bureaus are a good place to start looking for work
Overseas travellers may need a working visa. Australia is one of many countries which participate in the Working Holiday Maker visa scheme. Two of the main criteria for obtaining an Australian working visa is that travellers are between 18 and 30 years of age and are without dependant children.
Temporary work is a great way to extend and expand your holiday, or even make your holiday your ‘way of life’.
Recruitment Agencies
Action Workforce & National Institute of Training
MS Dawn Hughes
1 Cumberland House, 2 Island Drive, CANNONVALE, QLD, 4802
tel: 07 4948 1221
LP Recruitment Group
Ms Natalie Moore
PO Box 1444, AIRLIE BEACH, QLD, 4802.00
tel: 07 4948 7777
MRAEL Limited
Mrs Jan Sharp
PO Box 643, MACKAY, QLD, 4740.00
07 4957 9810
Topics: employment |
May 3rd, 2008 at 4:08 am
looking 4 a job as an electrician on an island
May 5th, 2008 at 7:50 pm
looking for a job on an island in the hospitality trade, weather it requires barwork or kitcken work
May 8th, 2008 at 3:32 am
looking for job on island for myself and partner which she is a nurse and im a handyman also need acomadation
May 23rd, 2008 at 5:53 am
Young couple seeking work on island resort. Chris Binkley- licensed plumber and gasfitter with 9 years experience in all areas, including maintenance and large projects such as highrise. Kerry Plant-10 years hospitality experience including restaurant manager, silver service, bar, front office and gaming with both RSA and RSG certificate. Eager to start asap!
May 25th, 2008 at 8:07 am
two cousins looking for employment on island for anything available in hopitality!looking for experience. Rachel- completed cert 4 in business (HR) and diploma. Melinda qualified beautician. Also needing accomadation.Both have obtained RSA certificate.
May 28th, 2008 at 7:15 pm
hi, we’re looking for jobs over the uni summer (3months approx), were from New Zealand, and have both had one year experience working in bars. anything available in hospitality would be great. also would need accomadation, thank you.
June 2nd, 2008 at 4:19 am
looking for a job in a resort as a massage/ beauty therapist.
June 4th, 2008 at 8:49 pm
Looking at working somewhere on the whitsundays or somewhere away. I live in brisbane, and I am currently working in a bar, i have my RSA, im 19, just looking at whats available. Am keen to start something new. I am open to anything that is available. I will need somewhere to stay, but am prepared to pay for accomodation etc..
Thankyou
Kimberleigh W
June 6th, 2008 at 2:12 am
hey my name is melina. i cuurently live in sydney and finished my hairdressing apprenticeship in some reputable salons like toni&guy. my partner and i are looking to move to the whitsundays asap. he is a security gaurd and has been doing doorman work for 12 years. please let me know when something available comes up?? cheers
June 10th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
Hi im rebecca. Im currently doing my last year of college in New Zealand and are looking for a job and accomodation options next year for two in the Whitsundays. Appx for 6months. Partner is a qulified lifegaurd and i am looking for a job in hospitality/bar work. Was just hoping for some more information.
Thanks Rebecca
June 11th, 2008 at 6:23 pm
Hey, i am just about to come back to Australia after working in Canada for almost two year and i am not looking to settle back down in Sydney yet.
i have been working in the hospitality industry and closely associated with tourism. i am just looking to see what jobs are available around the Whitsundays and if they come with available staff accommodation?
Thank you
Rachael
June 15th, 2008 at 4:05 am
Hi, I am a 51 year old Australian female. I have been working in Taiwan for 3 years as an English teacher. I have a Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality) and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Secondary Education.
I am interested in employment in Airlie Beach of the Whitsunday Islands. Initially in (hopefully Reception) with a view to gaining experience and advancing to higher level middle management positions.
June 15th, 2008 at 8:34 pm
Hi, My name is Miranda and I am a Qualified Australian hairdresser. I am seeking a hairdressing position on an island and I am available for immediate start. I look forward to hearing from you.
Kind reguards.
Miranda..
June 16th, 2008 at 10:02 pm
Hello i’m from french part of Canada but speak english fluently. I have ever been outgoing and hardworker so both hospitality or cleaning would be perfect to fit a 2 month working in the areas. I have experience in both domains. I Can start as soon as possible.
Thank you!
Louis
June 16th, 2008 at 10:11 pm
Hello I am a 23 year old Canadian female looking for work. I am a qualified chef in Canada. I am looking for any kind of work. I have extensive experience in the hospitality industry.
Thanks
Janine
June 21st, 2008 at 4:25 am
Hi, I 26 year old Canadian looking for work on the islands. I have 12 years experience in the hospitality industry. I am looking for work in restaurants or bars. I am currently working as a waitress and bartender in a 5 star resort in the sunshine coast and looking to move north. Please contact me as I am egar to start now. Thanks!
June 22nd, 2008 at 8:06 am
I am an electrician currently have my own firm in Norway,have worked in Sweden,England and Australia also… are looking for a lifestyle change a job on the island aswell as some diving opertunities….
June 25th, 2008 at 12:55 am
Hi, My name is Joanna, I’m 22, travelling from England and looking for work within hospitality (bar work preferably) I have lots of experience in this profession and able to start a.s.a.p look forward to hearing from you. Thank you.
June 26th, 2008 at 8:42 pm
Hi,i’m Jan,i’m a 30 years old male from germany.travel around NZ and OZ since 2005 where i worked in quiet some restaurants and showgrounds.i’m already 7 years in hospitality, including 2 years apprenticeship in germany, where i got trained in all front of house areas.from the regular a la carte service/wineservice over bar up to planning menus and functions.now i’m looking for an oppurtunity to extend my knowledge,work where other people make holidays and meet more great people/teams to work with.i would be able to start a.s.a.p. and look for an employment for minimum 6 month.i’m looking forward to hearing from you soon.Thank you.
June 28th, 2008 at 2:35 am
Hey, Im a 22 year old female. I live in South Africa and im looking for any kind of work from Nov 2008 till the end of January 2009 on a island or somewhere fun. Im a internationally qualified cidesco beautician and have working experience.I also have done a lot of promotion work which include the Australian company RM Williams in SA. Im busy with my degree in B Com Marketing and tourism. I also have a friend that needs any kind of work. She is a 23 year old female with a degree in BIC Health Science, Honours in Psycology and busy with her Masters in research Psycology.We are looking forward to hear from you soon.Thanks
June 29th, 2008 at 11:37 pm
I am travelling with a friend and the two of us are looking for employment in the resorts on the whitsunday islands. We both have experience in the hospitality industry and are competent waitresses and bar tenders. We have just arrived in Airlie Beach and are looking to stay for a few months work permitting. Our previous job was at a hotel/pub in QLD and our responsibilities included bar work, light cooking, chamber maid chores and cleaning.
I (vicky) have had previous experience in activity organising for children and young people and also speak Spanish fluently and French to a good conversational level.
Jess is a New Zealand resident and has experience in bar jobs and liquor outlets.
We are both very outgoing freindly girls and are keen to start work as soon as possible and are available immediately.
We have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and any work available would be appreciated.
Please contact us if anything becomes available.
Thanks.
July 2nd, 2008 at 9:08 pm
Working in Vietnam since April 2007
1m 40 years of Age - NZ passport
Manager of a 18 bedroom - Hotel resort on Phu Quoc Island - Vietnam - http://www.cassiacottage.com
Have extensive experience in hospitality
Looking for a 2 - 4 year project
Have worked in - Perth - France- Scotland- UK owned 2x Restaurants & Catering company in NZ for 7 years
July 6th, 2008 at 10:23 pm
irish backpacker in airlie and loving it so would love a job here…..any job as long as im not picking tomatoes!!my num is 0434894131
July 8th, 2008 at 2:44 am
My girlfriend and I are looking for jobs on an Island. My girlfriend has experience in Resort work. And has worked at a waitress all over the world. I have experience behind the bar, working in Young and Jackson in Melbourne and bars in Brisbane.
Reply to mikepower74@hotmail.com
July 8th, 2008 at 6:51 pm
Hi!
My name is Chloe and my friend and Rosie and I are looking for employment over the summer (late Nov-March). We are University students from NZ. Both of us have a range of hospitality experience including Bar Service, Barista, Food Prep & Service. I have also worked as a cleaner in a 5 star hotel and Chch NZ. We have both had experience with children and I have worked as a Youth Coordinator at a Children’s Holiday programme. We would like to find a job on a resort where we can live on site and make lots of friends!
July 11th, 2008 at 12:33 pm
Hello,
My name is Mary and I am a licensed Massage Therapist looking for a Massage therapy job opening. I want travel and experience different things. I would love your help in finding a job in a spa over there. THANkyou
July 11th, 2008 at 12:33 pm
I forgot to include I am form the U.S.
July 11th, 2008 at 12:34 pm
Hello,
My name is Mary and I live in the US and am a licensed Massage Therapist looking for a Massage therapy job opening. I want travel and experience different things. I would love your help in finding a job in a spa over there. I
July 14th, 2008 at 12:25 am
Hi,my names jess im 18 years of age and 3rd year apprentice hairdresser previoulsy worked for toni & guy in sydney. Looking to finish my apprenticeship & a change of lifestyle. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
thanks
July 20th, 2008 at 5:48 am
Hello,
My name is Duncan I am 23 yrs old. I am a qualified joiner on a 12 month working visa from the UK. I am experienced in most aspects of hospitality work. Have also worked in sales in real estate. I am not afraid of hard work and am willing to try anything to keep the cash flow going.
July 22nd, 2008 at 5:01 am
Hey, We are both 20 years old and looking to travel and would love to work in a resort!!! we are both very determined workers and any help would be hugely appreciated
July 23rd, 2008 at 3:12 am
Have bought a house at Cannonvale, looking at relocating to Cannonvale approx. April 2009. Will be seeking employment when I settle there from Melbourne. My background is facilities mgmt at Defence sites & a Shipyard for the Aust/NZ Navies, I am nearing retirement age & need to lower my job responsiblity levels. I am a very dedicated & hardworking employee.
July 27th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
hi i am a concretor looking for work but have done a snow season in the kitchen prepared to do any thing
August 3rd, 2008 at 1:53 am
hi, me and my friend are looking for hospitality work for 2009 for a duration of 6 months? we live in Melbourne and are very keen to come up for some work, we are 18 and 19 yrs old. we would need accommodation. thanks
August 16th, 2008 at 7:11 am
hi im rodney kersting im 29 years old and have been crayfishing in geraldton and the abrolhos islands for the past 15 years since i was 14.
im at the moment at challenger tafe completing my master 5, med2, marine shipboard safety, seniors first aid, and marine radio operators tickets.
i have alot of experience in all aspects of boats from maintnance to driving and sea knowledge and duty of care to me and surrounding people.
im looking for work full time as skipper of charter boat in any area of whitsundays possible or other surrounding areas.
my email is
rodneykersting@yahoo.com
mobile is
0447170936
hope to hear any news back from you
August 16th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
I’m a Sydney University student looking for some temporary holiday work in a resort, preferably bar/events/tourism work. Summer holidays commence half way through November until the beginning of March 2008. I have an RSA and RCG and experience in restaurants and promotions.
August 17th, 2008 at 2:07 am
Hi, my names alaina, im a 19 year old living in NZ and am currently studying at university. I as well as my friend (also studying at university) are very keen to work at a resort in the Whitsunday Islands. We are looking to work and stay on the resort so that we have the opportunity to meet heaps of people and build friendships. The time period that we wish for this to happen is from late December (after christmas) till late feburary, however we are flexible!!
we are friendly, outgoing people who are extremely responsible and are looking for an adventure!!
August 18th, 2008 at 3:43 pm
Hi there,
We are two 2nd year University students from New Zealand looking for work from early Dec to late Feb 2008-09. I have had extensive work in customer service and am currently studying towards my Bachelor of Primary Teaching, while Louise has had a year’s worth of bar experience.
We are looking to work and stay at a resort, we are fast learners and are willing to consider any job!
August 19th, 2008 at 12:19 am
I am a qualified massage therapist looking for work at a resort after christmas for one or two months. Will need accomadation. I am a hard worker and friendly and confident. Any help finding a job would be greatly appreciated.
August 25th, 2008 at 12:05 am
Hi there,
We are two 2nd year university students from Victoria seeking work from mid november 08 until mid mid feb 09. I am currently studying a Bachelor of Criminology and have about 4 years experience in cafes, retail etc and have a current RSA. Devon is studying Media and Communications/Journalism and has worked previously in retail and hospitality and also has a current RSA.
We are both flexible, reliable and quick learners so any opportunities would be greatly appreciated!
August 29th, 2008 at 2:21 am
My name is christian george i am looking for employment on an island or in Airlie beach itself. I am travelling around australia with my girlfriend and am from the south coast/jervis bay area. we are enthusiastic and motivated and ready to tackle any position head on. I hold my RSA and RCG certificates and would prefer work in the hospitality industry although i will do anything. i have little experience although i am willing to work for free to gain this experience for up to 2 weeks for a prospective employer. i am contactable on 0421458100 anytime.
August 29th, 2008 at 6:20 am
Hey there, me and two of my friends are seeking Christmas work from November till February. We are Uni students looking for any jobs available. We have RSA’s. We’re hard workers, but are very easy to get along with. Any information is appreciated.
Email: lil_shak7@hotmail.com
September 1st, 2008 at 2:21 am
Είμαι από Ελλάδα και ζητώ εργασία στην Αυστραλία και
Είμαι ζαχαροπλάστης και τα τελευταία χρόνια βγάζω και ψωμί
ευχάριστο
September 1st, 2008 at 7:20 am
Hi there, we are both uni students searching for work over the Christmas holidays. We are available from Novemeber through to Febuary. We both currently hold RSA and RCG certificates. Belinda has working in a bar for seven months, while Tabetha will be working at the Bathurst 1000 this year. We are both enthusiastic and would love any information you can provide us with regarding work during this time period. THank you.
September 1st, 2008 at 5:57 pm
HI
I finished year 12 on the Gold Coast some 5 years ago then traveled to Europe before starting my apprenticeship.
After I finished my apprenticeship, I moved to Bundaberg to help my folks renovate their home.
For 8 months I have been landscaping, helping their builder tiling, laying pavers, plumbing (recently qualified plumber)cabinet making etc and really enjoyed the varity of work
I have been to Heron Island both with my school and with my parents and fully realise the isolated nature of such (possible) employment on a Barrier Reef island but love the outdoor life I also hold an open water dive certificate.. I enjoy working with people and certainly not introverted !!!! and (some years ago) did a bar / hospitality course.
I fully realise the difficulties of holding staff in isolated locations, but having traveled extensively I feel I am now ready to settle down having recently bought (and rented out) a unit on the Gold Coast, I hope to work for a few years and pay off the mortgage.
I am also prepared (and would prefer)to try something new, i.e. work out side my trade, and feel I can turn my hand to most things having picked up various skills during my apprenticeship, and whilst working both here and overseas
I am fit, a non smoker have a valid (Queensland) driving licence and a blue card (safety induction card) and prepared to start immediately,
I am no stranger to hard work and very enthusiastic and really prepared to give anything a go. I would love to become a member of the team, proof of trade qualification etc can be provided on request.
Hope to hear from you soon (e-mail or phone) as I plan to return to Brisbane this Friday on the tilt train but really apart from catching up with some friends there is no reason why I couldn’t head north instead….
Charles Trafford