More seasonal jobs landed with MADEC Australia recruitment

[Published on Saturday, Jan 31]

BY JUNELYN KELLY

A new chapter in labour mobility between the Solomon Islands and Australia is set to begin following a successful recruitment drive by MADEC Australia.

Representatives from the Australian firm recently concluded their initial recruitment mission to the Solomon Islands, expressing significant confidence in the caliber of local workers, a statement from LMU’s Facebook page on Friday last week said.

The recruitment highlighted the candidates excellent English proficiency, strong test results, and readiness for skilled roles.

Initials placements are anticipated in sectors such as forklift, driving, horticulture, and glasshouse farming.

Following a rigorous interview process, an initial cohort of 25 Solomon Islanders is scheduled to commence work in Australia in June.

The statement said this pilot program is expected to expand rapidly, with future opportunities potentially opening in agriculture and age care, addressing key labor shortages in Australia.

MADEC lauded the professionalism of the Solomon Islands Labour Mobility unit (LMU), under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, for their crucial role in facilitating this partnership, the statement said.

The LMU also acknowledges MADEC as one of the first Australian labor hire companies to conduct real-time recruitment in the Solomon Islands.

This collaboration is seen as a long-term benefit for both nations, providing valuable employment opportunities for Solomon Islands workers and a reliable workforce for Australia industries.

Workers are also viewed as vital ambassadors for future labor mobility initiatives, strengthening ties and fostering economic growth between the two countries.

Photo: LMU

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