Industries and Occupations
Engineering:
Filipino engineers are keenly sought by global organizations, as they have been noted for their high level of technical skill and their adaptability to their working environment. In the fields of electrical, civil and mechanical engineering, Filipino engineers have developed a fine reputation for high delivery rates and meticulous attention to detail.
Healthcare:
In 2006, over 8,000 Filipino nurses were deployed overseas. It is important to note that many of those deployed are registered nurses in countries such as the USA, the UK, Singapore, and other countries whose nursing registration and qualifications are recognised in Australia. This constitutes a number of nurses that are ready to immediately begin working in Australia.
Business Process Outsourcing (BPO):
The Philippines is quickly rising as a force to be reckoned with in the Business Process Outsourcing industry. With over 200 contact centres located in the nation’s CBD alone, and more being established regularly, the Philippines has certainly earned its reputation as a leading BPO environment. The critical skills for contact centre managers and agents alike can be easily transferred into the Australian business environment.
Accountants and Finance Professionals
With global accounting and professional consulting firms having a firm foothold in the Philippines, there are a large number of accountants and finance professionals whose skills are on par with their US, UK, and Australian counterparts. These professionals have graduated from educational institutions duly recognised by the NOOSR-CEP (Country Educational Profiles) as Tier 1 and Tier 2 Institutions.
IT Professionals
Filipinos are some of the most sought-after IT professionals in the world. ICT Professionals ranked fourth worldwide in the competence and skills rating for the information and communication technology sector, based on US research. They have gained experience working with companies such as Microsoft, IBM, SAP, Oracle, and other large-scale IT firms.