Tuesday 23 April 2013

Are you a Mechanical Site Superintendent or have the skills and experience to become one?

 
Would you like to work overseas for a leading, global company?
If the answer is yes then you might be the person we’re looking for!

Acorn Global is currently looking for an experienced Mechanical Site Superintendent to join our client in the Philippines, managing and supervising the mechanical and plumbing work for the piping systems.   With their corporate head office located in Kuala Lumpur our client is an international engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning (EPCIC) and life of field services (LOFS) contractor and is a subsidiary of Australia's largest project development and contracting group.
 
Do you have the skills required for this role?

Ideally we are looking for an experienced Mechanical Site Superintendent as the role will require  you to manage and supervise mechanical and plumbing works for the piping systems, all mechanical installation of BOP and vendor supplied process systems, coal handling system in its entirety, covering specifically the procurement, design, sub contract, planning, quality and safety of the installation. However, due to the specific skills and experience essential for the role it  may also suit someone from a Power Station construction, project management or pipe fitting background; perhaps a Piping Engineer with supervisory experience.


Are you the right person for the job?

If you have the following qualifications and skills, you could be half-way to becoming the Mechanical Site Superintendent we are looking for!  Do you possess:

   ·         a clear understanding of Primavera level 4
   ·         experience in budget control and quality management
   ·         an understanding of maintenance work
   ·         experience in MEP Project Construction Activities
   ·         solid communication, organisational and leadership skills
   ·         supervisory / managerial experience


What is on offer to the successful candidate?

As well as a fantastic salary of £110,000 to £120,000 (USD 170,000) per annum, the successful Mechanical Site Superintendent will benefit from our relocation package. This includes visa applications, flights, accommodation on arrival, and support from us to help you settle into your new lifestyle.

 

Have you ticked all of the above?
 
Are you interested in working as a Mechanical Site Superintendent in the Philippines?


Thursday 18 April 2013

Acorn Global Recruitment could be the helping hand you're looking for!

Do you need help finding work?
Are you willing to relocate overseas?
Don’t know where to start in making the move to a new country?

Moving to another country is an exciting and exhilarating prospect, however, once you have decided to make the move there will be much to consider, especially if you are moving with your family. Remembering everything that needs to be organised and packed up can be a task in itself, but we will be on hand to make sure your move runs smoothly.
 

Once we have found you exactly the right job we can provide a package of support for your whole family:

·      We have useful information in place to help you enjoy the smooth transition to a new country – passports, visas, medical cover, tax advice, setting up new mobile phones etc.

·      Our consultant will meet you at the airport when you arrive at your new country of work

·      We will take you to a hotel for the first couple of nights in order to acclimatise to the new country – following this we will provide you with accommodation for the first eight weeks whilst you undertake induction

·      Our local consultant will support you in identifying your own accommodation, schooling etc.
 
Are you considering moving to Australia?

If you are considering applying for one of our positions in Australia, we have further information available to you in order to help you settle quickly and smoothly into the country. The information covers a wide range of topics such as opening a new bank account, driving, renting, the climate, the culture and the healthcare.

All of our Global jobs come with a great relocation package including visas and flights.

We want to see you happily settled into your new environment! Get in touch today with our Acorn Global Recruitment team if you have any questions.

We presently have a number of opportunities available for qualified, experienced individuals who are looking to re-locate at http://www.acornpeople.com/globalrecruitment

Wednesday 20 March 2013

The Search is on for traditional UK Mining and Engineering skills for jobs Down Under


Are you looking for a job in the mining and engineering industry?
Are you interested in emigrating abroad for work?
Today Lewis Fawsitt, Head of Permanent Recruitment at Acorn Global, talks to us about mining and engineering jobs in Australia.



“The mining sectors in Australia are booming and vulcanisers, belt splicers, heavy diesel mechanics and auto electricians are highly sought after. My team and I are looking for traditional mining and engineering skilled workers.”

“We know that many job-seekers in the UK have the required skills and experience to work in the mining and engineering industry. These skilled workers played a great part in the UK’s economic survival until the 1980’s.  Unfortunately these skills are no longer sought after in our country and most job-seekers do not mention them on their CV's, making it more difficult for us to find the perfect individuals for the positions we currently have available in Australia.” 



How can we help you?
“We offer vacancies for belt splicers, heavy diesel mechanics and auto electricians.  We also recruit project managers, chartered engineers, geo-technical specialists, geologists and technical managers for the mining resources, oil and gas recovery sectors. If you have the skills and experience required to work in these sectors, we could help you to find highly lucrative jobs in Australia or in other parts of the world.”

“Our team of consultants are experts in placing job-seekers abroad.  We know there’s a lot to consider when moving to another country, this is why our team endeavours to make things as easy as possible for our workers and their families.  We support and advise them throughout the moving process, ensuring they settle into their new role as well as into their new life.

Why should you work overseas?
“Australia is one of the top rated countries to choose when opting to work or live abroad. With the current boom in mining and engineering, it is a prime venue to consider when looking for work within this industry.”

“If you are looking for new employment opportunities in mining and engineering; a chance to earn a substantial wage and to live in a happy balanced environment, get in touch with us today!”

Visit Acorn Global to find more information about all the jobs currently available in Australia

Friday 8 March 2013

Are you a qualified coal miner looking for work?


Do you want new job opportunities and experience a new lifestyle?


Australia offers some great opportunities for qualified coal miners to utilise their skills in the Australian Mining and Engineering industry.  As one of the largest producers of coal in the world there is still a substantial demand for mine workers, with experience in the operation of underground mining, offering great potential for people willing to relocate in terms of career choice as well as enjoying a fantastic new lifestyle.

With the coal mining industry in Britain in decline and the closure of Collieries such as Daw Mill Colliery, where up to 650 workers will lose their jobs in the coming months, more and more miners are looking for work overseas where there are more job opportunities.

Acorn has played a part in the relocation of candidates to Australia who have sought work overseas within this Mining and Engineering industry and we can help you to do the same.

Previously appointed and prospective job vacancies include:

  • -          Underground Survey Technicians
  • -          Underground Geotechnical Engineers
  • -          Underground Mine Controllers
  • -          Underground Mine Surveyors
  • -          Underground Mine Technicians
  • -          Underground Planning Engineers
  • -          Underground Production Engineers
  • -          Underground Senior Mine Surveyor

      As well as placing workers in these new roles, Acorn Global Recruitment provides additional benefits and support to accompany the emigration process. These include assistance with flight and visa expenses; orientation assistance; support and assistance in relocating and guidance in finding suitable accommodation to make to move to a new workplace and lifestyle as simple and easy as possible.

In order to be considered for such roles, underground experience is essential.

If all this sounds familiar and relates to your skill set, then call us today! We are offering you a range of new employment opportunities and the chance to experience a fantastic new lifestyle! What is there to lose?



Naomi Clark

Tuesday 5 March 2013

Engineering and Employment in Australia

Are you a qualified Mining Engineer looking to work abroad?

The Acorn Global team are currently offering a host of Engineering vacancies based in Australia.
We offer you the opportunity to work with a highly skilled industry of professionals looking to add to their working team. With a respective level of work ethic, integrity, commitment and a positive approach to action and results in the workplace, we are sure to have a job suitable for you.




If you are aptly educated in the field of Mining and Engineering and have no hang-ups about moving to sunnier sites for work then this job in particular could be perfect for you.

What’s on offer?
A Senior Mining Engineer is required to work with an ASX listed mining company in Adelaide, Australia. The role requires an individual with both the technical skill and substantial experience of a qualified Mining Engineer.
This position of employment is based on a permanent contract that offers an annual salary of £115000-£135000.
In coalition with one another, Acorn and the established client will help to provide successful candidates with accommodation assistance; finance for flights and visa costs; superannuation and orientation service.
Additional benefits include a base salary; site allowances and a set working roster.

Is this the job for you?
As a successful candidate for the role of a Senior Mining Engineer, you will have:
-relevant experience in an open pit mine planning role with emphasis on design and geotechnical management, scheduling and budgeting
- advanced experience with mining software
-good analytical, verbal and communicative skill
-in depth understanding of mining regulations; operating conditions; occupational health and safety theory and procedure.
-managerial potential
-an engineering degree or equivalent

Do you fit the bill? Then here’s how to apply...
For the full job description, more information and application methods please visit:

Naomi Clark

Monday 25 February 2013

Are you emigrating to Australia?

Is it the right decision for you or your family?

Here, Leanne Short from the Acorn Office in Perth, Australia gives her insight into emigrating abroad for work and how this change can affect your life for the better!

 “I’m Leanne and I work in Acorn’s Perth office. As part of my role as Client Relationship Manager I have the opportunity to meet all our new recruits from the moment they land in Australia. I offer support and advice to our workers and their families – I help them to settle into their new jobs, homes and lifestyles so that the moving process can be as stress free as possible.

Since being in Australia we have placed candidates and their families into new jobs and homes. I recently spoke to one recent recruit – Nick Birkett from Bridgend, Wales about his recent move to Australia and I thought it could be interesting to share his experience with you.  I hope this will help you if you’re looking at moving abroad.”

About Nick Birkett’s experience of moving to Australia.

 “I moved to Perth, Australia for a number of reasons; the change of lifestyle and  climate was the initial draw to relocating my life here, but also there seemed to be  far more job opportunities, with better pay and benefits than those on offer back home in the UK. Australia is a land of opportunity, if you have a willing attitude you will succeed and there’s a wealth of job opportunities around.

The Good Life

 “Working and living in Australia is amazing. The lifestyle and pace of life is certainly slower than the UK, but that makes for a better way of life. With near enough year-round sun and great temperatures, you never have to worry about making plans and the weather ruining them! I have no regrets moving out here at all, my job is awesome with great earning potential and learning opportunities, also there’s so much to do on the weekends, and it feels like a permanent holiday!”

“Although there are many positives to living and working here there are a few downsides: living in Australia is more expensive than living in the UK (food and rent in particular), however, it’s is expensive it’s in proportion to the wages that get paid here. Also if you go out of the city / suburbs, it is quite remote but great if you’re a nature lover. Another thing to consider is the heat at the height of summer; if you can’t deal with heat, then Western Australia might not be for you. Overall, there are only a few downsides, but on the whole I’d say the positives far outweigh the negatives!”

Is emigration for you?

Moving to any location – to another town a few miles away or a country on the opposite side of the world – undoubtedly comes with both pros and cons. But like Nick, the majority of candidates placed in jobs through Acorn Global have found it was a risk definitely worth taking.

If you are interested or would like to learn more on the subject of emigration, please don’t hesitate to leave us some comments!

Leanne Short  

Friday 8 February 2013

Calling All Planning Engineers!


Are you a talented and experienced employee of the Oil and Gas Engineering Industry?


Interested in being part of a major oil and gas project based in Australia?


Are you looking to progress in your career as a Planning Engineer?


Are you seeking a fresh start in a new country?


Then this could be the job for you!


Acorn Global Recruitment is offering you the chance to enhance your career in engineering and experience a new lifestyle in Australia. Our latest Global vacancy is for the role of a Planning Engineer to work on a major Oil and Gas project in Australia.


What does a Planning Engineer do?
Based in the Oil and Gas Engineering Industry, Planning Engineers offer service to and accompany Project Managers in the management, compliance, verification, programming and planning of industrial projects.

Qualifications/Skills required:

-Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent.

-Prospective applicants should have a reasonable amount of experience in the profession of engineering; including the key skills of Primavera, MS Project, CMS, EPC, ERP, ASME, and API.

- The ability to schedule and progress measurement procedures.
- Knowledge to develop and prepare various elements with weight percentage breakdown.
- Initiation of time and team scheduling to enhance project performance.
- Consistency in planning and monitoring activity and reports.
-Regular assessment of on-site project work.
-Good communicative skill; able to interface well with both colleagues, customers and a large tem of workers.
- Awareness of relevant project materials (including those that are submittal, approved, resubmits, pending, purchased and not delivered to site).
- Knowledge of construction and installation sequences.
*Benefits accompanying this job role include substantial annual income; superannuation; assistance with flight and visa expenses; allowances and a guaranteed 12 month contract with extensions.*

Confused by some of the engineering jargon? Let’s break it down:
CMS – Content Management System
A computer programme enabling you to sufficiently manage project planning and workflow.
This programme predominantly allows you to develop and prepare the progress "S" curve, manpower histograms, equipment usage and materials schedule dates required on-site.

Primavera / MS Project / Oracle
Important programming to tool used to develop and support project portfolio management.

EPC-Engineering, Procurement and Construction
This is a contract used to pass design, development and construction risks to the contractor.

ERP-Enterprise Resource Planning
A software package used specifically for business management purposes.

ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Codes and standards organisation of Mechanical and Engineering Services.

 API- Applicant Programming Interface
A software system used to allow variable components to communicate with each other.


Does this information make sense to you?

Do you fit the bill for this job description?


Naomi Clark