At ARV Solutions, we work closely with businesses and individuals across offsite construction, timber frame, modular building and wider modern methods of construction. The poll results reflect what we are seeing more broadly. There is a growing alignment between UK capability and Australian demand.
What the Poll Told Us
We asked a simple question, based on a live client requirement:
Would you relocate to Australia for a new job?
The response was clear:
- 44% said yes, let me know of roles
- 29% said potentially
- 11% said now is not the right time
- 14% said never
That means almost three quarters of respondents are open, or potentially open, to relocating to Australia for the right opportunity.
This is more than general interest. It shows that a large proportion of experienced professionals are thinking seriously about international opportunities when the right role and support are in place.
Australia’s Skills Shortage in Offsite Construction
Skills shortages remain a key challenge across Australia’s offsite construction and MMC sectors.
Businesses are under pressure to scale manufacturing, improve delivery and strengthen leadership teams. At the same time, the local talent pool often cannot meet demand, particularly for specialist and senior roles.
As a result, employers are competing for the same limited group of candidates. This impacts growth, slows projects and makes long term workforce planning more difficult.
Why UK Talent Is Part of the Solution
The UK has a strong pipeline of experienced professionals in offsite construction, modular and timber frame. Many bring transferable skills across design, manufacturing, operations, construction and project delivery.
Importantly, a large proportion of this workforce is open to international opportunities, as shown in our poll.
From a recruitment perspective, this creates a clear opportunity. Employers can access a broader talent pool while candidates gain exposure to new markets and career progression.
Specialist Recruitment in Offsite and MMC
Our focus is recruitment within offsite construction and modern methods of construction. We understand the roles, the challenges and the type of talent required to make an impact.
We work closely with professionals across:
- Offsite construction and MMC
- Timber frame and modular building
- Design, engineering and technical roles
- Manufacturing and operations
- Commercial and project delivery
- Leadership and senior appointments
A Practical Approach to Hiring Internationally
We have recruited for the Australian market throughout our 23 years in business across all our sectors.
International recruitment requires a clear and structured approach. It starts with understanding the skills gap, assessing where UK talent can add value, and positioning opportunities in a way that attracts the right people. And most importantly the candidates (and potentially their families) are serious about this life-changing move.
Success depends on clear expectations, strong communication and a realistic view of the process. When done well, hiring from the UK can help Australian businesses strengthen teams, improve performance and support growth.
Start the conversation
The insight is clear. Australia needs skills. UK professionals are open to new opportunities.
For employers in offsite construction, this creates a real opportunity to think differently about recruitment.
If you are hiring, facing skills shortages, or want to explore access to UK talent, we would be happy to discuss how we can support your business.
Contact us!
We can also work flexibly around time zones to make the conversation easy.
