FAA controller hired with Air Services Australia

[CKT808]

I'm in Sydney just starting my OJT. So far only know of 2 other Americans in Australia. Been the second group of TCU hire could be wrong. Has its pros and cons for sure but some people got some of the info incorrect. As anything else in life gotta make the choice for you and yours. I'm not a FAA controller. Been in the middle east area for 11 years then took this job.

 

[Nothanks]

I'm in Sydney just starting my OJT. So far only know of 2 other Americans in Australia. Been the second group of TCU hire could be wrong. Has its pros and cons for sure but some people got some of the info incorrect. As anything else in life gotta make the choice for you and yours. I'm not a FAA controller. Been in the middle east area for 11 years then took this job.

What’s the pay like with taxes and cost of living/rent?

 

[CKT808]

I think cost of living is reasonable. If you buy a car outright the money you would have to pay rent, bills, and groceries is not an issue. You can find some good places to rent. It's how fancy you want to live. You do have to pay for medical insurance until you become permanent resident. You just have to file your claim with the insurer then you get 70% back. Meds are cheaper here as well. No age limit on working. Just have to pass your medical.

 

[Nothanks]

I think cost of living is reasonable. If you buy a car outright the money you would have to pay rent, bills, and groceries is not an issue. You can find some good places to rent. It's how fancy you want to live. You do have to pay for medical insurance until you become permanent resident. You just have to file your claim with the insurer then you get 70% back. Meds are cheaper here as well. No age limit on working. Just have to pass your medical.

What’s typical rent like vs salary where you work/live?

 

[CKT808]

What’s typical rent like vs salary where you work/live?

Depends on where you live. For Sydney further west from the city rent is cheaper. The district i live in is close to work and has good beaches. Cheapest rent i seen is 650 to 700 Aud weekly; obviously it goes up from there. I chose this district due to no tolls to and from work. Tolls are pricey in Sydney but has routes for longer drives to pay less or no tolls at all.