A tradesperson in a workshop in Austria
Working abroad · Austria

Work in Austria for tradespeople

Close to home, higher rates and wages protected by collective agreements. Ideal for rotational shifts from eastern and western Slovakia alike.

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What you should know about working in Austria

For Slovaks, Austria is ideal thanks to the combination of higher rates and a short commute. Rotational shifts are easy to reach from Bratislava and from the east alike. Most of the work is for electricians, welders, plumbers and carpenters.

Wages in Austria are protected by collective agreements (Kollektivvertrag), which set minimum rates for individual sectors. For a tradesperson this means the wage is fair and fixed in advance according to the field and experience.

To work there you generally need an A1 certificate and valid certificates for your trade. On rotational shifts companies often arrange transport and accommodation.

Through Alogator you create a profile with an availability calendar and Austrian companies approach you directly. Take a look at work in Germany as well.

Advantage Close to home
Rates 26 to 36 €/hr
Wage Protected by KV
Paperwork A1 + certificates
Rotational shifts Transport and accommodation
How it works Companies approach you

Create a profile and Austrian companies will find you

  • Availability calendar: you state when and where you can start
  • Companies approach you, you do not have to call around job listings
  • Listings from all over Austria across trades in one place
  • Self-employed or on rotational shifts, exactly as it suits you
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Download the app Thousands of tradespeople from SK and CZ have already worked in Austria through Alogator.

Frequently asked questions about working in Austria

What is a collective agreement (KV) and how does it protect me?

The Kollektivvertrag sets minimum wages and conditions for a given sector. For a tradesperson it means a fair rate fixed in advance according to the field and experience. Through Alogator you see the pay before you are even approached.

Is it worth commuting on rotational shifts from eastern Slovakia?

Yes. On rotational shifts companies often arrange transport and accommodation, and Austrian rates are markedly higher than rates at home. In your profile you set whether you want rotational shifts.

Do I need an A1 certificate?

Yes, to work in Austria you generally need an A1. You arrange it in Slovakia, and on rotational shifts companies routinely help with it.

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