Expat Network Jobs Newsletter

Welcome to the Expat Network Jobs newsletter for July. As well as links to some of the many new job opportunities available at www.expatnetwork.com, we explore some of the many issues affecting your working life as an expat – or would-be expat.

In this edition we are keen to help you make sure you register or re-register with Expat Network so that you can fully enjoy all the many benefits available to you on registering.

This month we consider how the internationally mobile are still in demand – but are you a commuter rather than an expat?

We also look at how a criminal record could affect your attempt to enter some countries.

We would also like to remind you that we are here to help. So if you have any queries about expat jobs or other topics don’t hesitate to drop us an email. We love to hear from you!

Expat Work Assignments Expected To Grow

Business leaders still view an internationally mobile workforce as key to meeting their strategic objectives, according to new research. This is despite mounting concerns around immigration and an increasingly uncertain political climate following changes by the new US administration and the anticipated impact of Brexit.

Get A New Job

Whatever else is happening in the expat world, now might be the time to think about getting your next assignment, or preparing yourself for employment changes – foreseen or unforeseen. That is why we have been very busy making sure expatnetwork.com is packed full of the latest job vacancies, classified by role and by industry type, which you can view here.

Here are just a few of the other current vacancies available:

Multi Coded Welders, Nuclear, Switzerland

ICS Security Writer, Oil & Gas, Qatar

Contracts Administrator, Building & Construction, UAE

Farm Manager (Crops) Agronomist, UAE

Valve Support Technician, Oil & Gas, Saudi Arabia

Internal Audit Manager, Oil & Gas, Saudi Arabia

Commercial Manager, Building & Construction, UAE

Planning Engineer, Oil & Gas, Malaysia

QC Instrument and Electrical Inspector, Oil & Gas, Saudi Arabia

Depot Manager, Rail, Vietnam

Trend For Workers To Be International Commuters

More than half of the businesses questioned in new research said sending staff on global assignments has improved the performance of their international operations and 44% said it improved employees’ skill level. But workers don’t necessarily want to move permanently to another country.

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Do You Need To Re-Register?

Some long-term Expat Network members may not realise you have to register or re-register at www.expatnetwork.com to make sure you get access to all the Network’s resources. Sign up for free at Expat Network to enjoy the following benefits: access the latest overseas jobs; get help with writing winning CVs and social media profiles; and upload your CV so that our unique network of recruiters and employers can find you.

You will also find expert answers to the most frequently asked expat questions and receive regular news bulletins on contract awards and other expat news. Registration is free of charge – and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Criminal Record Could Mean Expat Travel Ban

Millions of Britons could be setting themselves up for rejection by attempting to enter foreign countries without properly disclosing their prior criminal convictions. Criminal offences which could mean potential expats are refused entry usually include crimes that go against the accepted standard of a community, ranging from fraud, to theft and assault.

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Contract News

All the latest news for expat contractors is loaded every working day at expatnetwork.com. Here is just a small selection of the latest contract awards. If any of these interest you just click through from the heading.

Orion Group secures multimillion pound Eni deal - The contract will see Orion provide staff across a number of Engineering, Construction and Commissioning professional disciplines, with a focus on candidates with FLNG knowledge.

Black and Veatch wins India’s first floating LNG project

Van Oord JV awarded 1,200km Baltic pipeline contract

Proserv secure decom contracts worth $4m in Asia Pacific

EnerMech lands polar research ship contract

Van Oord picked for Dubai Harbour marine works

Goltens awarded contract for BP’s LNG tanker duo

SSH win infrastructure waterfront contract Bahrain

KBJ JV wins Jordan Cove LNG EPC contract

Fugro awarded two-year Petrobas Brazil contract

Learn About Expat Life In Nigeria, Portugal; UK Property & Insurance

The Summer edition of Expat Living magazine is now available to read completely free of charge. You can learn about working life in Nigeria, retirement in Portugal, the current pros and cons of UK property purchase, and whether you have the right expat property insurance.

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What To Look For In A Contract

There are a few key points to consider when signing a contract. Fortunately, most expats have been on the circuit long enough to know them, but for those who have recently become expats these prompts might help.

Questions On Expat Healthcare? New Help Here

A new website, www.expathealthcare.com, provides fully-independent answers to the many questions you may raise as an expat about making sure you are healthy - and have proper insurance cover - while overseas.

Expathealthcare.com is a resource you can use to find out all about healthcare and insurance cover for expats, what you need to know and where to find assistance.