I am an undergrad civil engineer working at a Tier 2 construction and engineering firm in Sydney, Australia.
I’m looking for a change and am interested in working abroad, particularly in the Middle East.
I’d love to hear from professionals who have made this move. Should I focus on gaining more experience first? If so, how much is typically needed to be competitive overseas?
Also, what’s the best way to find opportunities or connect with companies in the Middle East?
Any advice is appreciated.

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Best advice u move on tourist visa and search the company by one another and try best and performance. I'm sure u will gotch job because u have already experience in foreign countries.There have an difference in middle East and Sydney so whatever it is they give low salary because of the experience in gulf after one year they will increase depends on company.

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