MCK Global Ltd are recruiting Plater/Fabricators to be employed directly with our client in Alberta, Canada. Successful applicants are required to be apprenticeship trained and have extensive structural steel experience.
The positions are suitable for individuals or those with families with a strong interest in relocating to Canada on a permanent basis. Furthermore the location of our client means the positions are also suited to those who prefer rural living and who enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting and skiing.
The positions offer stability of work with an established steel fabricating company involved in the oil and gas sector in Alberta. Overtime is paid at time and half. We can verify that our client is a reputable employer who will ensure you are welcomed and who will be committed to your progression for those with a positive work ethic and attitude. Flights and initial accommodation are provided.
MCK Global assists skilled personnel from the UK to benefit from employment opportunities available in the growing Canadian economy where experienced trades people are respected and in demand.
Salary: $29.50 (CAD) per hour Job Type: Permanent Start Date: January 2014
For consideration, please send your CV and cover letter in the first instance to:jobs@mck-global.com
MCK Global are currently recruiting a Drawing Office Manager for our client’s operations based in the Philippines. The position is suitable for individuals who have a desire to relocate for the long term. Suitable candidates will have extensive experience managing a busy structural steel drawing office.
Specifically, candidates must have a proven ability to lead & manage projects, mentor staff, maintain schedules, execute shop drawing & approval issues and formulate solutions to unexpected problems. In addition, applicants must have TEKLA experience.
Our client is an established and reputable steel fabrication and erection company headquartered in Alberta, Canada. On offer is the opportunity of long term work with a professional and ethical company, fulfilling the crucial role of running their Philippines drafting office. The starting salary is negotiable depending on experience.
MCK Global specialises in assisting skilled personnel from the UK to benefit from employment opportunities around the world. If the thought of living and working in the Philippines for a successful and ethical company is appealing.
Salary: Neg Job Type: Permanent Start Date: January 2014
For consideration, please send your CV and cover letter in the first instance to:jobs@mck-global.com
MCK Global require Framing Carpenters/Joiners for long term work in Alberta, Canada. Applicants should be apprenticeship trained and have recent experience working on new build housing projects.
In addition to experience, applicants should also have a strong desire to relocate to Canada on a long term basis either as individuals or with your family. Rates of pay start at approximately $24 per hour rising to $28 per hour and above.
The Province of Alberta in Canada is currently experiencing strong growth and a shortage of skilled tradespeople. On offer is the opportunity of continuous employment and an increased standard of living. Should you have the experience, desire and work ethic required to pursue a new life in Canada.
Salary: $24 – $29 (CAD) per hour Job Type: Permanent Start Date: January 2014
For consideration, please send your CV and cover letter in the first instance to:jobs@mck-global.com
Our client requires an experienced Construction Contracts Manager for long term work in Alberta, Canada. Suitable applicants will preferably have several years experience overseeing large commercial steel erecting projects.
The positions will suit those who have a strong desire to relocate to Canada on a permanent basis. Our client is an established and successful structural steel fabrication and erection company based in one of Alberta’s major cities. In addition to the opportunity of moving to a country offering an excellent standard of living, the role will provide stability and continuity of work which will allow you to enjoy what Canada has to offer. Furthermore the position commands a competitive compensation package while flights and initial accommodation will be provided to help with your settling in to the area.
MCK Global assists skilled personnel from the UK to benefit from employment opportunities available in the growing Canadian economy where your skills are respected and in demand. Prospects for a rewarding career exist for those with a positive attitude and work ethic. For further information please send your CV in the first instance.
Salary: DOE Job Type: Permanent Start Date: 15/01/2014
For consideration, please send your CV and cover letter in the first instance to:jobs@mck-global.com
All positions are long term with a view to permanent. Our clients are reputable and ethical employers who will take a vested interest in ensuring your success in your new role. If you or anyone you know is thinking about relocating to Canada in search of a better life then do get in touch to discuss how we can help.
MCK Global is growing. We are looking to add a new member of staff to our recruitment team to assist finding the best candidates for our clients in Canada. If you take genuine pleasure in helping people to improve their lives and embrace our core values of a strong work ethic and integrity then please do get in touch to find out more. Previous recruitment experience is not necessary as full training will be given. Instead, people skills and a natural ability to evaluate the strengths of others is all important as well as the desire to deliver first class levels of service to candidates and clients alike.
To apply, send your CV to jobs@mck-global.com. Join us and grow with us as we help more and more people achieve their dreams.
Carpenters needed for Edmonton, Alberta. Must have Framing experience. If you want to relocate or know anyone who does, send your CV to jobs@mck-global.com
When our candidates receive the news of their job offers from their future employers in Canada, excitement can quickly be combined with multiple questions starting with ‘How do I…..!!’ To allow our candidates to focus on the excitement we thought we would create a space which aims to answer all the commonly asked questions relating to your move to Canada as a temporary foreign worker. We will be updating this page frequently to provide a comprehensive list of everything you need to know about your move. A lot of information may be specific to Alberta as this is where the majority of MCK Global candidates are currently relocating to. Any additional information we have missed on any of the topics is welcomed! We have started with two of the most frequently asked about topics, Airlines and Driving Licences. We hope you find the information useful.
As most of the candidates applying for our positions have been from the UK, this section is with reference to UK tradespeople relocating to Canada, however as our candidate base increases we will adapt to incorporate this from a European viewpoint.
Adventure in Canada
If you would like a ‘get started’ link on some of the exciting sports and adventures you can take part in, please visit Travel Alberta.
Airlines
In our experience many people have the impression that flying to Canada is an expensive business. Not necessarily so. We are often asked which airline is the most cost effective for making the trip from the UK to Canada and vice versa. In our opinion the best airline in this regard is Air Transat. During off peak periods especially, surprisingly low cost flights can be secured. If anyone has more cost effective options please let us know!
Alberta has four distinct seasons, from mild summers to snowy winters. Alberta is ranked number one by Environment Canada for having the most comfortable overall weather in Canada. The weather not only varies day-to-day, but from one part of the province to another.
Alberta enjoys the highest number of sunny days in Canada — more than 2,300 hours of sunshine each year. Even in winter the sky is often clear as the sun shines brightly on the sparkling snow. In June, daylight hours can reach 16 to 18 hours per day.
In summer, daytime highs are normally in the 20 to 25 degrees Celsius (68 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit) range but can reach the mid to upper 30s. Normal low nighttime temperatures in the driest and coldest winter months, January and February, range from -15 to -25 degrees Celsius (five to -13 degrees Fahrenheit), while daytime temperatures range from -5 to -15. However, winter temperatures can drop as low as -30 to -40 degrees Celsius (-22 to -40 degrees Fahrenheit) for short periods of time.
Even if you’re used to living in a tropical climate, don’t let the idea of winter scare you. Winter in Alberta is a great time to experience new and exciting activities. Albertans delight in skating, downhill skiing and snowboarding, ice fishing, cross-country skiing, hockey and many other outdoor adventures. If you’ve never experienced snow, you and your family are in for a treat.
Driving Licences and Insurance
As our candidates already in Canada will no doubt attest, being able to drive in Canada is a necessity given the geographical expanse in comparison to the UK. Here is some information which we hope gives some guidance on how to change your UK licence to that all important Alberta Operators License. Our most important tip? Remember to stick to the right!!
A UK driving licence is valid for up to 90 days in Alberta.
Due to reciprocal agreements between Alberta and the UK, British citizens holding a UK driving licence can exchange their licence for an Alberta Operators License (the term given to a driving licence in Alberta). This is done by submitting your licence at a Service Alberta centre and passing an eye sight test. A fee of up to $64 is payable. For more information refer to http://www.servicealberta.ca/1671.cfm
To secure vehicle insurance in Alberta, a claims experience letter will need to be provided covering the last 5 years of driving history in the UK if possible. Candidates should apply for this letter through their current insurers in the UK and take this letter with them to Canada.
Hiring a car
You can select from a number of budget car hire companies from the following site which allows you to filter by location and car type – http://locations.budget.com/ab/
Permanent Residency
MCK Global’s clients in Canada are looking for candidates who want to put down roots and make Canada their home. Our positions are therefore suited to those who value stability of work in addition to a new way of life. As such the candidates we recruit have a demonstrable desire to move to Canada for the long term and work with our clients for the years to come.
Initially, our candidates arrive on temporary work permits which is a quick means of being able to start employment and sample life in Canada. We are often asked though ‘What is the best way to apply for Permanent Residency after arrival?’
For those working in the Province of Alberta, the most efficient way to PR status for many (in our opinion) is the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP). This is a fast track way for people already working for employers in Alberta to reach the goal of being able to settle permanently. Further information on the AINP can be found here http://www.albertacanada.com/immigration/immigrating/ainp.aspx
Summary
This guide for newcomers to Alberta provides useful information for settling, working and living in the province. The publication covers a wide range of topics, including housing, employment, education, health care, climate, banking, shopping, transportation, child care, the legal system and social customs. https://alis.alberta.ca/pdf/cshop/welcometoalberta.pdf
We are recruiting for some of the most reputable and successful companies in Alberta. Our clients require individuals or those with families who wish to relocate for the long term and who value steady, continuous work in addition to attractive rates of pay. If you have the desire to relocate in search of an improved standard of living, send your cv in the first instance to jobs@mck-global.com.
BBC News reports that wages in the United Kingdom have fallen more in real terms in the current economic downturn than ever before, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies.
