Hire job-ready tradespeople without the hiring headache.
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Lower stress with clear timelines and clean communication
Includes Dept. of Home Affairs and Migration agent Professional fees,
and excludes the Candidate’s visa and relocation costs. $7 500 - $12 000 depending on Business Turnover, whether there is already a valid Sponsorship (Valid for 5 yrs). (Please Note: Quotes from our Immigration Agent Partners will be provided)
Business Finance available subject to approval: we can introduce a business finance partner to smooth recruitment and visa‑related costs.
100% of the Recruitment fee at start of work. We sometimes have South African candidates already onshore or relocating with full work rights due to their partner or for example State Sponsored Permanent Residency. Business Finance can be opted for also subject to approval.
Employer usually covers: Standard Business Sponsorship (SBS) and nomination Department fees, MARA professional fees, Recruitment fee. Optional: Financial Relocation Support, Few Weeks Accomodation, Arrival Financial support, or Loan options. The candidate usually covers: Visa charges for themself and their family, skills assessments if required, English tests, Medicals, Passports, Police checks, Flights, Insurances, any on‑shore gap training, and starting up in Australia. This ranges between $10 000-$25 000 + depending on whether a Skills Assessment was required, and whether they are single or relocating with a family, bringing animals, and or shipping furniture. We explain all costs early so there are no surprises
482 base salary must meet the current Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) and the market salary rate for the role is $76 515 per annum. (As per 2025, see links to Dept. of Home Affairs at the bottom of this guide) PR support timing varies. Some employers support PR after 24 months; many reassess at 2 years to confirm long‑term fit. first.
If the hire leaves or does not match the presented skills within the first 3 months, we provide a free replacement or a credit. Fair‑use caveats apply. Many South African hires commit to long‑term stays because relocation for safety and opportunity supports loyalty to employers and communities.
Most employers see CV to start in about 6 to 9 months. Visa approvals are often 4 to 6 months after lodgement. Together with our Immigration partners we keep you updated on any progress.
We and our MARA partner handle the hard parts. You get clear checklists of what is required and due dates.
The base must meet the current TSMIT and the market salary rate. As per the links at the bottom of this page the Annual salary must be at least $76 515.
Employers usually cover sponsorship and nomination fees, MARA professional fees, and the recruitment fee. Candidates usually cover skills assessments, English tests, medicals, their and their family’s visa applications and MARA professional fees, and flights. Some employers offer a financial relocation assistance or accommodation if they choose to.
We verify references and the skills assessment (where applicable) test for maintenance and diagnostics. You run a short technical check too as part of the interview process. If it still goes wrong within the first 3 months, we provide a free replacement or a credit. Besides there are strict guidelines for visa applicants with regards to work experience and qualifications.
We screen for attitude (this is very important to us), communication, and location fit. We also make sure they know the financial outlay, and the seriousness of permanently relocating. You meet candidates early to check team fit and lifestyle needs.
If the candidate is offshore, yes, sponsorship is needed. We will guide you with our Immigration partners.
No problem. You will be guided through SBS, nomination, and the visa steps, with our Registered Australian Immigration agent supporting you.
Yes. We can introduce a business finance partner for recruitment and visa‑related costs so you can keep projects moving.
Some trades require a formal skills assessment by an Australian Authority. This is also done prior to starting work. A skills assessment is not required for all roles we recruit for.
We help set expectations. You handle site‑specific inductions, PPE, and local licenses.
We share practical relocation tips and local info. Many employers help with short‑term accommodation to reduce stress in the first weeks.
Yes. We can arrange a free 30‑minute online meeting with our Registered Australian Immigration agent so you can ask any visa questions before you commit.
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