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Perth in Autumn!
We have now been in Perth for 5 days and though the Engineering has not started yet I thought it was worth an update. The flight from the UK, though long, went without a hitch and the hire car and serviced apartment were waiting for us when we arrived. Though we are unable to stay in the apartment for the whole month due to an admin error by the apartments a plan has been made and we will be moving between this apartment and another set 10mins a way on and off for the next month or until we have found a permanent apartment to rent.
On top of exploring the city (and the beaches) we have collected our Bank Cards from Commonwealth Bank (very easy and I would recommend that future attached officers use them), had our initial meeting with our relocation agent and viewed 4 apartments. We have also visited John Holland head office at Osborne Park to meet my HR advisor and collect the company laptop and phone (Aus Mobile is +61 407103067)
Recceing Perth and the local amenities at Brighton Beach – 38oC – Not bad for Autumn
Also this week I had a flying visit to Canberra, 16hours on the ground, for my arrival brief (Separate email sent to Maj Blow with feedback).
I have been in contact with my boss, Stephen Chaseling. They cannot wait to “work me to the bone” when I arrive and I was instructed to stay away from the site and enjoy my leave until I start on Monday!! More details to follow next week but I will initially begin in the design office before moving to site.
Finally, I have shown most people this already, but to file it away and to give some background to the Children’s Hospital I will be part of below is a link to a 3D overview video and flythrough of the building!
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