About this template
The Australia template is a CV for the AU market in Helvetica Neue, with an ochre accent and a two-to-three-page structure aligned to Australian conventions. Lines dedicated to visa status and right to work at the top of the page, a clear key strengths block — what Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth recruiters expect to see before they scroll. The template is calibrated for the local recruiter scan rhythm.
Who is it for?
It fits candidates targeting the Australian job market — engineers (mining, resources, civil engineering), healthcare professionals (radiographers, specialist nurses), finance and tech who apply to Australian employers (BHP, Rio Tinto, Fortescue, Macquarie, Atlassian, Canva, Afterpay) and to roles where visa status (citizen, PR, 482 TSS, working holiday) is verified before the recruiter even reads the experience section.
How to use it
Visa status is shown in the first line under the name (« Australian PR, no sponsorship required » or « Subclass 482 — TSS visa, sponsorship transferable »). The Key strengths block runs three to five lines at the top, with terms Australian ATS (Seek, JobAdder, LiveHire) recognise: « Stakeholder engagement », « P&L responsibility », « Mining FIFO operations ». Reverse chronology. References are expected: « Referees available upon request » at the bottom is sufficient. Mention eligibility for Skilled Migration schemes (SOL, ROL) if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
Australian English or international English?
Australian English: « organise » rather than « organize », « centre » rather than « center », « specialise » rather than « specialize ». Default spell-checkers are en-AU for local recruiters and US spellings are noted. Also verify date format (DD/MM/YYYY) and currency (AUD).
How many pages for a senior profile?
Two to three pages, unlike the US market that caps at one page. Australian recruiters value project detail and precise quantification. Three pages remain acceptable for technical specialists (mining, oil & gas, infrastructure) with dated project lists.
How do I explain a European career path to AU recruiters?
Indicate the equivalence of titles and qualifications: « Master's degree in Engineering (5-year French program, equivalent to Bachelor + Master 2) » and have the diploma assessed by Engineers Australia or VETASSESS if the role requires it. Specify the size of prior companies in revenue and headcount — AU recruiters don't always recognise European firms.
