Who can apply

  • You are a South African Qualified Audiologist (BSc or M.A)
  • You have 2 years of relevant work experience post community service
  • You are motivated to relocate within a 3 – 6 month timeframe
  • You have a passion for adult rehab

Our opportunities for overseas candidates across Australia are not based in the major cities of Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Adelaide – so please only apply if you are open to opportunities outside of these cities.

What is the process

We know that change can be daunting however we’ve put together a step-by-step process to help you gather as much information as possible about the opportunities in Australia, and how you can apply.

  1. Start the conversation today by filling in our online Expression of Interest form, or contact Dylan Yarborough.
  2. Receive and complete our overseas candidate form and book in to attend one of our upcoming webinar sessions run by our Specsavers Audiology Leadership team to hear more.
  3. Attend a 1:1 session with our Recruitment team – this is a fantastic opportunity to ask any questions post webinar and for us to get to know you better.
  4. Panel interview with two of our Audiology Leadership team – in preparation for this interview you will complete a clinical assessment and personality profile assessment.
  5. Location alignment – if successful through the panel interview phase, you will receive a location proposal based on your discussions and your disclosed preferences throughout the recruitment process.
  6. Relocation support – once you accept the proposal, we provide you with a comprehensive support structure to aid your relocation.

What can you expect

Specsavers is committed to supporting candidates through the entire process, from discussing business location opportunities and visa applications, through to relocation and a comprehensive induction.

Our dedicated support team includes industry and Specsavers experts in business development, professional services and area relationships managers, all committed to supporting you during this exciting time.

1. Business Location discussions and proposals

We will talk you through the location opportunities available for your new Audiology business in Australia. Once you accept the location proposal, the following steps and support will kick into action concurrently:

  • Our Head of Business Development will reach out and take you through the details of the business opportunity and benefits for the selected location.
  • Our Senior Professional Services Manager, an Australian qualified Audiologist, will take you through your membership options and the registration process with the Australian College of Audiology to provide you with full clinical support.
  • Our Audiology Relationship Manager, your future business coach and mentor, will introduce themselves and start introducing you to the optics partners in your aligned location. These relationships and partnerships will be the foundations of your new Australian business.
  • Our Recruitment team will continue to be a primary point of contact throughout the process and will initiate the visa eligibility process with our Specsavers Immigration team. They will provide you with a visa checklist for you to start working through – including obtaining your police checks and completing your IELTS examination.

2. Signing Heads of Terms and Visa Application

Once you have committed to the location by signing your Heads of Terms, your written commitment to proceed, and completed your visa checklist, our Recruitment team will liaise with the immigration agent to lodge your visa application and commence prepping for your relocation.

3. Relocation

Once your visa has been approved, we will support your relocation with regards to organising flights and accommodation on arrival. We will also provide support with regards to accessing a shipping container to help with the move.

4. Arrival and Induction

Once you arrive in Australia, we will provide you with a comprehensive induction program, including three weeks of classroom-based studies and one week of practical training in store. Ongoing, we will provide you with the supervision that you require to take you through your membership registration process to obtain your Qualified Practitioner number.