They all have their own versions of IOSH or the BSC. Try google for more info and ask them straight up.

I have recently been looking into the mining/heavy industry sector out in Australia as it seems to be booming, pay seems very good as well. From what I can work out the SIA (Safety Institute of Australia Ltd) seems to be the equivalent of IOSH and have a similar membership scale, but NEBOSH Dip isn’t currently recognised at the moment. Not sure what qualification you have, but take a look at what I found on the SIA website below regarding NEBOSH Dip:-

Q. I have applied to immigrate to Australia but in completing my application I find that Australia does not recognise my NEBOSH diploma. Could you advise why this is and my options to progress my application?
A. Australian assessments for skilled migration are based on the Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) which lists a degree plus 5 years relevant experience as the requirement for an ‘OHS officer'. This classification system is currently under review and the Safety Institute of Australia is working to ensure that the future occupational description for an ‘OHS practitioner' is more appropriate and relevant. Unfortunately, in the interim, the status quo applies.

I would suggest that you look at some job descriptions as the majority are asking for specific diplomas/certificates in training recognised on the Australian education frame work.

I would be interested to hear if you find any more information out about Oz or Canada.
Jon

Thanks for your replies Jon and Owain.

For sure if I find out any further information I will drop you a PM.

From your posts I would be eligible to work in Oz and Canada doesn't seem to bad. The only bad thing could be travelling out there and failing!

Have you been looking at any specific job websites ?

Whats the current HS job market like out there ?

Thanks

Take a look at the various safety bodies' organisations on linkedin. There are loads of them. I'd suggest joining one that's pretty active, and start a discussion. You never know, that in itself could lead to a job offer.

Colleagues

Getting work abroad is difficult for many reasons.
Offshore: unless you have done this before and have all your updated survival tickets and know someone in the business then forget it. Its almost a closed shop.

Saudi Arabia: The criteria is now a degree and must be under the age of 60 to get a visa. They took a decision in 2009 to reduce the amount of expats so that Saudis can have a chance of a job?

Abu Dhabi, is employing at the moment but are taking advantage of our huge recession. I got an offer of a job there 6 weeks ago paying...£3000 a month? Yes its tax free but there in no rotation, holidays until you have been there one full year then you get 10 days unpaid leave. Also you have to pay your own air fares as they do not include that. If anyone wants to know the company pm me so that you can avoid them!


Syria is in turmoil and Libya is only just settling down but is still a dangerous place. The whole of the Middle East has currently fell out with the expat thanks to our American friends going on the rampage killing innocent people and burning Korans.

Australia has lots of work but again they are selective no more ten pound pommy! Unless you have over £60k disposable income to deposit then you will not get in. I know several who have made it and come back because of the hostility from the Aussies!

Africa: need I say more, kidnapping and murder is ripe and expats are firmly on the list because they know two things..If they capture you they can get large sums from your employer for your safe return, or if not they sell you down the line to Al-Qaeda either way your doomed. The American and British may come to your rescue but again you could be killed.


A grim picture. Well yes. Deciding to work abroad is good and can have its rewards but be realistic. There are dangers so do not be tempted to rush to the first one that offers you a contract. Do not accept any position unless you have had a telephone interview and a written contract to sign. So if you get an email giving you an offer and you have had no other previous contact then treat it with caution or contempt! These people will ask you to pay up front for you visa, this is a scam! Do not resign from your job even if you have a contract until plane tickets arrive. Always keep in constant contact with your new employer because that is how you will know they are genuine.

I am off to Libya next month but I know the company and have worked for them before. There is work out around various parts of the world but please be careful it is a mine field.



Good luck

Just been accepted for a position in Qatar.

Likely a expanding economy with the world cup secured there so a lot of construction related interest I would expect.

Stumbled over by word of mouth and now in the middle of the administration process which can be at a slow pace.

I have this morning found out that a position with a global construction firm that I had been interviewed twice for, agreed relocation package (sponsored) and salary, and offered the postion (was due to be going in July) in Sydney is no longer there!!!!!

Me and my Wife had told friends and family and was all set to go.

Obviously we are devastated, but are keen to find another opportunity as we had set our hearts on going and had made the decision.

I hold the NEBOSH diploma and environmental diploma and am due to complete the BSc Hons in Occupational Health and Safety Management in June (Forcasted 2:1/2:2). My background is construction, but I have also worked within the manaufacturing industry.