Probably should be under another heading but Oz Monsters is who I want answer

[Ontario_Monster]

Looking for IT consulting firms that have a good rep, currently working in Canada for RBC Dexia on contract and really just need a change of location.  The idea or riding year round appeals to me.  So I'm in IT, as a TSA / Informix/Netezza/Oracle DBA.  Just looking for firms to submit my resume to and see what comes of it.


Cheers

And thanks for the advice.

[Dockstrada]

Looking for IT consulting firms that have a good rep, currently working in Canada for RBC Dexia on contract and really just need a change of location.  The idea or riding year round appeals to me.  So I'm in IT, as a TSA / Informix/Netezza/Oracle DBA.  Just looking for firms to submit my resume to and see what comes of it.


Cheers

And thanks for the advice.

You looking to move to OZ

[goldFiSh]

perhaps pm mostro900 - he might have names some firns. bigiain might also be able to help

[Big T]

Hey drop me a line when your thinking of coming to AUS. I work for a large software house based in Sydney / Newcastle in NSW. I see your an Informix / Oracle DBA . Two of the platforms we run on....  Might be able to help.... 

[SKOM]

If you do end up relocating let me know. I have intimate knowledge of the mechanics for emmigrating from Canada to Oz. 
Not sure about any IT firms though.

One thing to check if you get stuck is to go though a recuiter. They do all the legwork but your pay will prob be a bit less. 

[Ontario_Monster]

Thinking of re-locating, I have a friend that went but ended up back here because he was a boob and didn't close out his business issues here first.  He raved about .... well about a number of things but the work was interesting which is a key point for me. I also have another friend who is starting the ball rolling for a move from Paris there, really right now I'm looking for contacts I know there are a lot of international firms but they often confuse things as Contracts in  North America are viewed differently than every where else (Thanks again Microsoft).

So here are my key points;

1. Work environment
2. The actual work
3. $
4. Location
5. How long do I have to close out my stuff here and prep for a move.

Thanks for the advice and commnets, I'll be getting back to some of you in the next couple of weeks.


Cheers

[SKOM]

FWIW Most work sponsored Visas take around 6 weeks from the time an employer nominates you.

[ducsport]

Onty - you will need an Aussie nickname - my company use Logica as their IT provider. Most staff seem to have a clue (unlike the last mob, EDS "Everything Done Slowly"). I don't know what Logica are like to work for however. Anyway, my two cents worth. Cheers, Ducsport