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Aviation + Tech
✈️ An Exciting Announcement that will Interest Aviation and Tech Professionals!
Qantas announced the opening of a new center in early 2026, which is expected to create 420 new jobs over three years. While Qantas has not yet indicated whether they will be sponsoring overseas candidates, this is a prime opportunity to prepare yourself by applying for the necessary visas to ensure you are ready to apply when the roles open.
You can view the official Qantas careers page here: https://careers.qantas.com
To help you prepare, our Australia Tech Jobs Guide is available at a special Cyber Week discount. Get it today 👉 Gumroad (discount applied)
Fun Break #1
📸 If you’re in Australia, keep any eye out for Oprah who’s visiting Australia in December 2025 for a "In Conversation" speaking tour. She sure knows her Aussie ricotta pancakes!
Troubling U.S. Job Market Trend
Ghost Jobs Are Growing in the U.S. - But Real Opportunities Exist Elsewhere
The latest U.S. labor-market analysis highlights a troubling shift: according to CNBC ghost job postings are becoming more common, adding confusion to an already sluggish hiring environment. According to recent reports, many U.S. job ads are either outdated, paused, or never meant to be filled at all.
🇦🇺 Reminder, Australia: A Market With Real Demand
While U.S. postings become harder to trust, Australia continues to experience tangible demand for skilled workers — particularly in areas like:
Renewable energy
Infrastructure and construction
Healthcare
Cybersecurity and select engineering
Advanced manufacturing
These aren’t ghost jobs. These are roles backed by government investment, major projects, and clear visa pathways.
How to Protect Yourself in your Job Search
To stay grounded amidst the noise:
Ask if a job is actively hiring before investing your time
Confirm whether the team has budget approval to back the role
Review recent company hiring trends
Treat “always hiring” job ads with caution
And remember: diversifying your job strategy is a strength. If the U.S. market feels unpredictable, looking at strong global markets — like Australia — gives you more optionality and more control.
If you want guidance on assessing your fit for Australia’s skill-shortage roles, our team at Opportunity Down Under is here to help you map your next step.
Skilled Migration Latest
October brought a fresh update from Australia’s government—revealing where the biggest opportunities are for US professionals looking to make the leap Down Under!
Big picture:
Australia just rolled out the biggest transformation yet to its skilled migration program. If you’re a US professional, technician, or trade worker, November brings new pathways to high-paid jobs, rapid visa processing, and a massive demand for your skills. The migration intake is at a record high, with new rules prioritizing IT, healthcare, construction, trades, and advanced manufacturing.
The updated 2025 Skilled Occupation List covers more than 200 roles—from civil engineers, software developers, AI specialists, electricians, and construction managers, to registered nurses, allied health specialists, and VET instructors.
New minimum salary for skilled visas: AUD 75,000/year (US$48,000+). This is above market averages and protects both local and overseas applicants.
Permanent residency pathways get faster and are now easier, especially for regional jobs.
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Stay tuned for our playbooks on lawyers, teaching, STEM careers, and vocational training, coming soon. Hit reply if you have a question—every newsletter spotlights your feedback and success stories!
🇦🇺 State Nomination Snapshots
State/Territory | Skilled Migration Allocations (2025–26) |
|---|---|
New South Wales | 3,600 places |
ACT (Canberra) | 1,600 places |
Tasmania | 1,850 places |
Western Australia | Interim round open for November |
Why Australia for US Talent?
33 years of recession-free growth
AAA-rated, English-speaking Asia hub
Strong safety, health, and living standards
Newer, faster visa channels now live—plus perks for regional and priority sector moves.
Sunny Side Up - Solar Perks for 🇦🇺 Residents
The Lucky Country Gets Luckier: Australia Now Has So Much Solar That It’s Giving Power Away
Australia is quickly becoming the world's most compelling case study for a 100% renewable energy future, and 2 pieces of recent news 👇 proves it benefits everyone—from tech giants to everyday residents.
Why This Matters:
For Professionals (Cost of Living): This is a huge financial win. Imagine running your EV, AC, pool pump, or dishwasher completely free during this mid-day window. It's a tangible, daily reduction in household expenses.
For Renewables Enthusiasts: This "Solar Sharer" program is a global innovation in grid management, using consumer incentives (free power!) to balance supply and demand instead of relying solely on battery storage.
Thinking of making a professional move to a country that prioritizes sustainability (and savings)? The perks just got real.
📱 1. ’Solar-powered’ phones
First, Apple announced a major commitment to build new solar capacity in Victoria (80MW), ensuring that the electricity used to charge every single Apple device (Macs, iPhones, iPads) by Aussie customers is matched with clean energy on the grid. This is a massive corporate shift that helps push the entire nation toward cleaner power.
🌞 2. The Solar Surplus Perk
Australia's abundant rooftop solar has created such an energy surplus during midday hours that the government is mandating retailers to offer at least three hours of FREE electricity daily to all households. Starting Jan 2026.
➡️ Click to see how this revolutionary program works.
Fun Break #2
🕺🏾 Congrats to Robert Irwin on his Dancing with the Stars grand finale win.
Fun fact, Robert’s big sister Bindi, also won the DWTS competition 10 years ago.
POTENTIAL TECH OPPORTUNITY FOR FOUNDERS, PRODUCT PROS & INVESTORS
From December 10, 2025 Australia is introducing a world first social media ban for under 16 year olds. While many (especially the under 16s) may be unhappy, this does create opportunities for tech solutions to help navigate and mange the change:
“For investors and founders, there’s a new market opening around age‑assurance tech, wellbeing‑first platforms, and tools that help parents and teens navigate a world where social media is no longer default infrastructure for under‑16s. Similarly, if you work in product, trust & safety, or growth, Australia is quietly becoming a high‑stakes testbed for age‑verification, safety‑by‑design and transparency reporting. What “reasonable steps” looks like in practice will likely shape standards in Europe, the US and beyond.”
Read more below 👇
Upcoming events
🗓️ Upcoming Conferences to Bookmark
(Tech • Construction • Engineering • Hair)
A trip down under is always a good thing, especially when it’s warmer.
📍 International Conference on Civil & Construction Engineering (ICCCE 2026)– Jan 26-27, 2026, Sydney, Australia.
📍 Info-Tech LIVE APAC – Mar 17-18, 2026, Brisbane.
📍 Quantum Australia Conference 2026 – Apr 28-30, 2026, Adelaide.
📍Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2026 – Jun 16-17, 2026, Sydney.
📍 ARBS 2026 – HVAC & Building Services Expo – May 5-7, 2026, Melbourne.
📍 Hair Festival - June 28–29, 2026, Sydney.
That’s it for this time.
This is your moment. Australia’s looking for you. Don’t miss out.
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Cheers!
Opportunity Down Under Team
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