NYS Expands Job Openings in Australia to Over 1,100 Positions

NYS Announces 128 New Jobs in Australia for Graduates

The National Youth Service (NYS) has announced 128 job opportunities for its graduates in Australia. This brings the total number of job openings for NYS graduates in Australia to 1,121, following the announcement of 993 job slots on August 12.

The new positions include 50 slots for plasterers (Fibrous) and 78 for metal fabricators and welders. Each successful applicant will earn a basic salary of 77,000 Australian dollars (approximately KSh 6.7 million) annually. Additionally, they will receive 11% superannuation, an Australian pension program, and health insurance coverage as per Australian Immigration requirements.

Applicants for the plasterer positions should have skills in applying and fixing plasterboard partitions, suspended ceilings, fire rating systems, acoustic tiles, and composite wall linings. They should also be able to apply decorative and protective coverings of plaster, cement, and similar materials to building interiors and exteriors. Required qualifications include:

• A diploma or trade certificate in building and construction.
• 3-5 years of post-study experience.
• A current driver’s license.
• An IELTS score of at least five overall.

Applicants must be trade-qualified or have a comprehensive work history at a tradesman’s level for the metal fabricator and welder positions. They will work on various projects either in the workshop or on-site. Required qualifications include:

• A diploma or trade certificate in welding and fabrication.
• 2-3 years of pre/post-study experience.
• Similar requirements as the plasterer positions.

NYS Head of Employment Liaison Samson Kiptum emphasized the importance of these opportunities, stating, “If you are not qualified but can work at a tradesman’s level, you will need a recent and comprehensive work history, working as a fabricator/welder.”

The application deadline has been extended to September 3, 2024. Successful candidates will sign contracts ranging from 2 to 4 years or permanent full-time, preceded by a six-month probationary period. They will also be assisted in relocating immediate family members, although they will bear the costs of visa, pre-departure, air ticket, and medical examination.