Working Holiday Visa

Working Holiday Visa

Shannon:
Hi, Christy.

Christy:
Hi. As I was saying earlier, we're starting to see some of the working holiday makers come back, and it's really exciting, isn't it? It's been a while since we've been able to walk through the door of the first place, but since we've seen them coming through. What are you going to tell us about today?

Shannon:
Yeah, it's definitely exciting. What can you share?

Christy:
I wanted to discuss what to expect when coming over, depending on your goals. For those seeking short-term options for an OE, we have opportunities for short-term contracts to cover company needs. On the other side, there are career opportunities. I started on a working holiday visa and moved from a business support role to a senior consultant position. The key is to seize opportunities and show your skills within a business. There's a candidate short market, offering opportunities within your career.

Shannon:
Great insights! And what about locations? I know Kaylee has questions about that.

Christy:
Researching locations and roles is crucial. Consider transport links and logistics, ensuring it aligns with your goals. It's essential to ask questions and not assume things that locals take for granted.

Shannon:
Absolutely, practical advice. For those interested or contemplating working holiday opportunities, how can they get in touch with you?

Christy:
My contact details are shown below. I handle the Auckland branch, but you can contact others from our team using the numbers provided. I'm happy to discuss short-term or career-focused opportunities.

Shannon:
Perfect. Now, some people might use a working holiday to put their career on hold or explore new experiences. What are some easier options to get work quickly?

Christy:
Depending on your career goals, you can use temping to gain diverse experiences. It's essential to partner with a recruitment agency to get exposure to various roles and companies. Temping provides a chance to broaden your horizons and take off some pressure.

Shannon:
Great options! Thanks, Christy, for sharing these insights.

Christy:
You're welcome. If anyone wants to get in touch, my details are below.

Shannon:
Excellent. So, for those interested, feel free to reach out to Christy for more information on working holiday opportunities.

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Season One

Join special host Shannon Barlow and our people2people team for our weekly live Employment and Market Update. This week, we are joined by Kirsty Henegan to discuss what you should think about when planning your working holiday to Australia. We will also take a look at three hot jobs across Australia in Fill Jobs Friday.

To say Shannon’s recruiting expertise has been extensive is an understatement. Having been with people2people since 2007, Shannon has managed people2people’s RPO division, covered account management and service delivery for global clients and managed and developed people2people's Chatswood office. 2017 saw Shannon spearhead the launch of people2people’s New Zealand branch and further the partnership with Frog Recruitment to bolster people2people’s business footprint and create a unique service offering to New Zealand employers and career seekers. In 2019 Shannon and the NZ people2people team ventured over to the "orange side!" with Frog Recruitment becoming the leading brand in New Zealand. ‘Transparent communication and empowerment are the keys to a great collaboration with businesses and career seekers. At Frog Recruitment, we are hungry for success, but we want to do right by you first and foremost.’ With a calm demeanour, Shannon’s strong vision and values are genuinely all about the customer. As a highly experienced manager, she sees great value in investing the time to develop credible, long-term relationships with objective and professional commentary offered along the way. Outside of work, you will see Shannon on the beach with Boh, a beautiful boxer x staffy, or playing first-grade hockey.​