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South Australia Sets October UK Roadshow to Recruit Skilled Workers

Officials pitch higher pay, lower costs, employer sponsorship to ease skills gaps.

Overview

  • South Australia is promoting a Move to South Australia UK Roadshow to address shortages across priority sectors.
  • The Skilled and Business Migration team at the Department of State Development will host events in London (Oct 11), Newport (Oct 12), Birmingham (Oct 14), Manchester (Oct 16) and Glasgow (Oct 18).
  • Recruitment targets include healthcare, education, construction, engineering and public services, including policing.
  • Attendees can meet sponsoring employers and government officials, hear migrant experiences, and receive practical guidance on relocation and visas.
  • Coverage cites Robert Walters research indicating 43% of surveyed UK residents would consider moving to South Australia, with lifestyle, UK cost pressures and job prospects as key drivers.