ORIENTATION WEEKEND ON QUEENSLAND’S SUNNY GOLD COAST
This experience offers you the chance to explore the very best of Australia: white sandy beaches, rainforests, theme parks, night life and MUCH more. Included is either a 2 hour surf lesson or a 2 hour stand up paddle board lesson - whichever of these Aussie water sports suits you best. You’ll also spend an evening at the once in a lifetime Outback Spectacular show. This is an unmissable slice of Australian outback history where you'll be treated to a 3 course steak dinner, arena-side.
THE HORSEMANSHIP CLINICS
Less than an hour away in the beautiful hinterland, this lush rainforest is also affectionately known as 'the green behind the gold'. Here you'll get stuck into 5 days of horse work and fun. 'Australianise' your existing equine skills and learn new ones from our expert team. You’ll enjoy panoramic views of the rainforest, Hinze Dam and the Gold Coast skyline from our beautiful mountain top location. This is a special week of Australian horse related activities and learning, aimed to fully prepare you for your job ahead.
OUR SUPPORT
We’ll take the hassle out of finding interesting work abroad by organising everything for you. This will allow you to enjoy every moment of your time in Australia, safe in the knowledge that you have our full support for the duration of your visa.
See below for more details about what’s included.
DETAILED INCLUSIONS
PRE-DEPARTURE
Full assessment and help with your CV where necessary.
A job matching service and job offer profiles.
Confirmation of a paid job offer before you depart from your home country lasting up to a maximum of 6 months and with accommodation expenses included.
Access to an exclusive online preparation portal with helpful advice and information including:
An extensive general guide to Australia with tips on money and budgeting, climate, culture, travel, health and safety, history and a list of useful links.
A step by step pre-departure checklist.
Detailed itinerary and further arrival instructions.
A suggested packing list.
Support on opening a medicare, bank and superannuation account.
Information on flights, insurance, visas.
Advice on phones and WiFi usage.
Detailed information about your job.
FOOD AND ACCOMMODATION
8 nights’ accommodation including: 3 nights in Surfer's Paradise, 4 nights at an eco rainforest lodge, 1 extra night at Surfer's on departure.
Free hostel breakfasts during your stay.
3 course steak dinner at the Outback Spectacular show.
4 dinners, 5 lunches, 4 breakfasts, unlimited tea and coffee and other drinks and ‘smoko’ snacks.
Accommodation at your job.
ON THE COAST
A complimentary shuttle bus transfer service from the airport to your accommodation.
Meet and greet and full briefing on arrival.
Half day beginner's surf or paddle board lesson.
Complimentary dinner and a show at Outback Spectacular.
A tour desk and friendly hostel staff to advise on Gold Coast, Hinterland and Brisbane trips.
Free facilities including WiFi, laundry facilities, breakfast, discount meals and free organised evening events.
A complimentary transfer from The Gold Coast to the home of Employ Equine.
Free SIM card.
ADMIN SUPPORT ONSHORE
Setting up a bank account.
Help with mobile phone/sim registration.
Medicare application.
Superannuation registration.
Advice on clothing and equipment.
Tax file number application.
Access to a local saddlery with discount prices.
Job briefing and preparation.
Employ Equine complimentary gifts including: cap, shirt and water bottle.
Free unlimited WiFi.
Free mail holding and forwarding service.
HORSEMANSHIP COURSE
A full range of horse-related teaching and activities which could include:
Using Australian equine equipment.
Ground work demonstrations.
Instruction on breaking and working with young horses.
Visit to a working thoroughbred racing stud.
Groom skills - the Australian way.
An Equine Bowen therapy clinic.
Natural horsemanship skills.
Farrier skills.
Basic vet skills.
Polo skills.
Leading horses from horseback.
Australian stock riding.
Beach ride.
Bush ride.
General safety training.
Full accommodation and all food included.
ONWARD TO YOUR JOB AND BEYOND
Your onward travel is booked for you courtesy of the Employ Equine team. We will talk you through your journey and tickets step by step.
One night's accommodation on the coast.
A certificate of completion.
A written reference for future employers (on request).
Full support from the team for up to 12 months of your stay in Australia.
A guaranteed paid job offer in the equine industry (a minimum of three months, maximum of six) either with accommodation included or a higher wage where it is not offered.
Help with organising further travel and discounts on selected travel options.
Access to an emergency contact number.
Mail forwarding service.
Full Online departure pack with information including:
A full schedule of your travel itinerary to your job and your travel tickets.
Discount vouchers.
Tourist information.
Advice on claiming tax and applying for a second visa.
Your tax file number, medicare card and bank card.
There are other costs that you will need to take into consideration. It is important to know these as you will need to budget for them in the lead up to your departure.
PRE-DEPARTURE
Flights.
Travel insurance.
Work visa and proof of funds fee.
Some funds for emergencies and delays.
DURING THE PROGRAMME
Some food and activities of your choice on The Gold Coast pre and post training (some meals and activities included).
Cost of travel to your work place.
Any work clothes, boots or shop purchases.
