Accessing Overseas Labour
Become a Sponsor
Your Recruit Place has established strong connections with overseas businesses, enabling us to tap into a diverse pool of skilled and experienced workers from around the world. For example, our partnership with a leading training facility in Manila, Philippines, provides us with access to a pipeline of highly trained meat workers specifically prepared for work in Australia.
Reduced recruitment costs
Be more cost-effective. Talk to us to find out how we are saving money for businesses across Australia.
Skill shortages
Address critical skills shortages in your industry.
Gain access to a larger pool of skilled labour
The global talent pool offers a wealth of expertise and experience that may not be readily available in the local market.
Lock in your Labour
Sponsored workers remain with your business for a minimum of 1 year.
Let’s Talk LMT (Labour Market Testing)
Labour market testing (LMT) is a process that ensures Australian businesses make a genuine effort to recruit and train Australian workers before hiring overseas workers. However, there are certain circumstances where businesses may be exempt from LMT requirements. These exemptions are designed to allow businesses to access the specialist skills they need in a timely manner, while still protecting the interests of Australian workers.
Do you qualify?
Yes – you probably do!
Occupation-based exemptions:
If there is a recognised a shortage of qualified Australian workers, you are not required to conduct LMT.
International trade Obligations (ITO's)
Australia has trade agreements with several countries that include provisions relating to labour market testing. These agreements may exempt businesses from LMT requirements for workers from certain countries.
Special Circumstances
You can be granted LMT if we can demonstrate that a genuine attempt has been made.
How easy is this in a practical sense?
Trade Agreements
Australia has trade agreements with several countries that include provisions relating to labour market testing. These include China, Japan, Malaysia, Phillipines, UK and many more.
Specific Sectors
Australia recognises some major sectors short on qualified workers such as Nurses, Doctors & IT Specialists.
Regional Considerations
If you need staff in remote areas, the LMT is a practical solution to sourcing labour.