Working in Singapore

[chie_ph]

@ducksoup
You should try applying online as well. xxtoyxx is right about being persistent I guess. I got mine through a headhunter/online resume and was quite lucky coz I didn't really expect to be based in sg. First time's the charm hehe.

I think you should be upfront about not knowing any other Asian language (if ever). When I was asked about other languages I told the interviewer that I didn't know any but I beefed up my other qualities and experience. When I was interviewed by the Director, she wasn't bothered by it either. Personally, i think that sg is a global city and English is fast becoming the language medium for business. In my previous job I used to deal with agencies and event organizers in sg and even their sr. account manager had english like this: "I try to speak to my boss again for your case. And also, I say that you will be look forward to working with us in the near future. She have agree as I worry as well." - Yes, I read her email three times before I really understood what she was saying. In this case, I think you'd do kickass work for global clients. Yun nga lang, avoid the asiapac accounts hehe.

When it comes to being based in the Philippines, I think you should be upfront about that as well. So that way, they would also include your yearly travel package (sg-ph-sg) or maybe even a reloc fee or housing allowance. If you're against sg applicants they'd be upfront about not having reloc or housing allowance but they would usually include the travel package and reimburse your first flight there. Basta, know your value and don't just give in if you think the package isn't really worth it. Remember, Singapore is the most expensive asian city. Cost of living is pretty high. Pero ok talaga taxes

[xxtoyxx]

very well said, chie_ph.

Nag-apply din lang ako online, and I guess I am lucky to get a job with all interviews done via phone. I am not in the right capacity to answer your query if it decreases your chances of getting the job if they know you are residing outside SG. I am speculating that it is case to case basis. Basta ang guiding principle ko sa paghahanap ng work is that I do not need the job, but the company needs my skills. Kung kailangan ng isang company ang talents at skills mo, wala silang magiging pakialam if you are residing outside the city-state.

If you want to know how'd you fare if you apply here on a short visit pass, then go ahead. Just make sure you are prepared financially. It is best if you have friends who can shelter you for free while still looking for a job.

Best of luck to you. And try applying online... you, too, might get lucky like us.

[sanctuarius]

hi

how about SAP administrators? are there any jobs in SG for that? my background is client based BTO (i've handled 13 countries specializing data management).

[eigh]

my friend and i applied for a job in singapore as cad operator, fresh grad but with partime job experience for almost a year, they offered us 1300SGD. direct hire ***, *** aayos ng work permit namin. if ever na i accept namin, mabubuhay nba *** dun and may matitira pba as savings? *** *** sasagot sa airfare and *** para sa house, transpo, utilities and food.

and then *** work is 3 mos. on probation, *** pg di nagustuhan *** performance namin, pbabalikin *** sa pinas.

help naman........thnks

[spooky]

hi!..sorry if this is a redundant question but i can't read everything since there are already 43 pages in this thread. anyway, my question is: are you required to pay when you apply for an EPEC or is it for free? thanks!

[-strumms-]

hi!..sorry if this is a redundant question but i can't read everything since there are already 43 pages in this thread. anyway, my question is: are you required to pay when you apply for an EPEC or is it for free? thanks!

you don't have to pay anything...it's for FREE....

[jericholic]

Hi guys,

Is there anyone here working for Origem? Ano po yung working environment doon and musta ang work? Ok ba?

[spooky]

thanks strumms!!!

[mjain]

dun sa aitsoft, currently looking sila for mainframe programmers with 3 years experience (strict sila sa years of experience)... client is citibank singapore. ala lang, for those interested.

programming languages they are looking for are COBOL, Easytrieve and CICS... yun ang sabi.

Hi all ,

I am a software engineer ( working in Mainframes Platform ) in India.
Have around 4 plus yrs of experience and working in cognizant .

Me actually looking for a job in singapore , but i am not sure on how to proceed with this.....

Pls lemme know the possibility of me getting a job in Singapore...
and also i am not aware of any of the process being followed there .......

Thanks
Jai

[blue_wednesday]

yay, we finally got our epec! ang saya!

[ducksoup]

very well said, chie_ph.

Nag-apply din lang ako online, and I guess I am lucky to get a job with all interviews done via phone. I am not in the right capacity to answer your query if it decreases your chances of getting the job if they know you are residing outside SG. I am speculating that it is case to case basis. Basta ang guiding principle ko sa paghahanap ng work is that I do not need the job, but the company needs my skills. Kung kailangan ng isang company ang talents at skills mo, wala silang magiging pakialam if you are residing outside the city-state.

If you want to know how'd you fare if you apply here on a short visit pass, then go ahead. Just make sure you are prepared financially. It is best if you have friends who can shelter you for free while still looking for a job.

Best of luck to you. And try applying online... you, too, might get lucky like us.

Thank you very much for the kind words. I'll let you guys know how it pans out.

[vpsec_ail]

Hi pexers in singapore!

I just want to ask for your suggestions on the websites that I can check because I want to work there. I checked jobstreet.com (singapore site) but positions for IT are the ones that dominated the slots.
I have 5 yrs experience in callcenter(s ), started as an agent and worked my way up as a Communication Trainer. I also earned units in my Postgraduate education (M.A. COMMUNICATION).
At present, aside from working as a Communications Trainer in a call center (specialization: voice and accent training) , I am also teaching part-time in one of the La Salle Education College Systems in the Philippines.
Thanks for reading my post and I let me express my appreciation in advance for any response that I will read after. =)

[8nina8]

hi guys :d

may alam ba kayong HR related vacancies sa SG?
Recruitment, Talent Management, etc.

or do you know anyone who I can forward my resume to

regardless if your response is positive or not, it would still be a BIG help.

Thanks

[James Richard08]

Meron bang opening dyan.....callcenter or accountant man lang..

i love to work in Singapore

How about sa Singtel?

[promil kid]

Hi pexers in singapore!

I just want to ask for your suggestions on the websites that I can check because I want to work there. I checked jobstreet.com (singapore site) but positions for IT are the ones that dominated the slots.
I have 5 yrs experience in callcenter(s ), started as an agent and worked my way up as a Communication Trainer. I also earned units in my Postgraduate education (M.A. COMMUNICATION).
At present, aside from working as a Communications Trainer in a call center (specialization: voice and accent training) , I am also teaching part-time in one of the La Salle Education College Systems in the Philippines.
Thanks for reading my post and I let me express my appreciation in advance for any response that I will read after. =)

unless you are willing to work as an agent again you won't have a hard time landing a job here. most of us here are former supervisors, QA and yes, even trainors.

[SUTIL]

hi meron po ba kaung alam na opening for software testers? thanks!

[James Richard08]

unless you are willing to work as an agent again you won't have a hard time landing a job here. most of us here are former supervisors, QA and yes, even trainors.

I am willing to work kahit na agent ulit ... Sup na ako... but i want to experience to work in a first world country....

Paano po ? para send ko resume ko.

[Kolmogorov]

Hi SG peeps!

What can you say about this?

http://technology.inquirer.net/infot...ticle_id=79090

[patatahead]

yay, we finally got our epec! ang saya!

hey congrats, i was thinking of applying for one. how long did it take you to apply. pwede paturo kung anu mga steps na ginawa nyo?

[blue_wednesday]

hey congrats, i was thinking of applying for one. how long did it take you to apply. pwede paturo kung anu mga steps na ginawa nyo?

it's easier to apply now dahil online na. just go here:
http://epec.mom.gov.sg/epec/entry.jsp

1. you fill out the form. it's a short one, will take only about 5mins.
2. you'll be given a reference number which you'll use for logging into the site next time.
3. they'll email you and ask you to log in sa site, to upload a soft copy of your: passport-size photo, passport particulars page (pages 1&2), and your qualifications. kami we sent our diploma, and a couple of training certificates.
4. wait for the email stating whether approved yung application or not.
5. the whole process i think takes about a week. if it's a go, they'll send your epec by snail mail after you receive the email of approval.

go for it. after all, wala namang gagastusin sa application ng epec. ang gastos, pag pumunta na don for jobhunting, hehe.