VII - Application – Batch 1

Batch 1 is all about the applicant only. This is where one has to prove that they are capable of working on the occupation you are in. The first batch is the assessment by Engineers Australia. Other occupations, of course, have their own assessment agencies. Aside from the usual papers from college or universities, the ones that took me sometime are: Professional engineering summary and the Career narratives which I believe this is common to all occupations.()

It was not easy doing these things as I have been a generalist (no specialization) and been in different engineering environment for almost 10 years that I have worked and had different positions taken. I have sent and reset them for Bert to check and give comments. Although there is an Engineer’s Migration skills assessment kit sent, it was not easy for especially the Career narratives which ended up him sending some samples sent. The said samples made the task easier but still needed Bert’s comment. These career episodes are easier if one has a specialization as he/she just need to narrate how one progressed and specific task’s step were taken.

Although she knew it won’t be easy gathering the other documents in Philippines, my wife Joecy, had no choice but to go back to my previous companies to get an original Certificate of employment. Also, she has to go to the IELTS office as it has to be sent directly from the office to an address written in the instructions.
For the other personal details, I believe they are open to what is really available and what original document one can provide. Processing was 2 to 3 months for the first batch.

Below his instructions is a big warning “Be advised that Immigration will investigate, verify and check your claims, so it is important that you provide only truthful information and genuine documents.” It took me 4 months to accomplish all written tasks and compile all documents needed before Bert lodge my assessment application.


Previous blogs:
I.The opportunity
II.Initial preparations
III.Agent Wanted
IV.Initial Assessment
V.Start of Application – Fees
VI.Application – Instructions