The visas most often used by overseas visitors and staff coming to the university are summarised below. Where this visa is granted to academic staff from overseas formal sponsorship of each individual is required. For relatively junior positions, there are requirements that the Australian labour market is tested, with proof that no Australians are suitable for the positions. Labour market testing is not required for senior positions. Human Resource Consultants can advise of specific requirements in each case.
Formal sponsorship is needed in each case.
Procedures The Department of Immigration, Local Government and Ethnic Affairs continually updates immigration policy and procedures. The University has a statutory responsibility to ensure a healthy and safe work environment. Part of that responsibility is to ensure that an appropriate match is made between the potential employee and the tasks he or she is required to undertake. Pre-employment medical assessments are part of that process. The prospective employee completes relevant personal details as part of accepting the offer of employment.