Downunder Tradies Group Full Term & Conditions can be viewed here.
Downunder Tradies Group takes no responsibility for any delay caused by external institutions and companies in processing Test/Assessment/Exam results or applications. This is including but not limited to the Joint Industry Board (ECS Certificates or JIB Card), ConstructionSkills (CSCS Card), Engineering Services SKILLcard, UK NARIC (Qualification Recognition), HM Revenue & Customs (NI Number and UTR) and City & Guilds (17th Edition Certificates).
Downunder Tradies Group takes no responsibility for any delay caused by external institutions and companies due to wrong, insufficient or misleading information supplied by Candidates.
By purchasing a Downunder Tradies Group UK Start Up Pack you are not guaranteed a job placement with Downunder Tradies Group or another company.
By purchasing a Downunder Tradies Group UK Start Up Pack you are aware that you must personally attend the Downunder Tradies Group offices at Boundary House Business Centre, Boston Rd, Hanwell, London W7 2QE in order to:
Downunder Tradies Group UK Start Up Packs are designed to prepare Australian, New Zealand and South African Qualified Tradespeople for work in the UK. If you purchase a UK Start Up Pack and have gained your trade qualifications elsewhere, differences may apply in regards to documentations and qualifications required. For these reasons we may be unable to provide you with all of the services offered within the UK Start Up Packs.
ConstructionSkills Health & Safety Tests/ ECS Health & Safety Assessment /City & Guilds (17th Edition) Exams
For Terms and Conditions regarding specific Tests, Assessments, Exams/Courses included in your UK Start Up Pack please follow the links below:
Joint Industry Board (JIB), CSCS and Engineering Services SKILLcard Cards/Grading
Downunder Tradies Group takes no responsibility for any grading/card applications that are denied by the JIB, CSCS or Engineering Services SKILLcard due to candidates holding insufficient qualifications and therefore being unable to provide the appropriate documentation e.g. not providing a UK Trade Qualification or equivalent; not providing the required qualification transcripts and certificates; not providing an ECS Certificate etc. In the event that your application cannot be processed no refund will be due.
National Academic Recognition Centre (UK NARIC) Statement of Comparability
Downunder Tradies Group takes no responsibility for any failed Statement of Comparability applications due to candidates holding insufficient qualifications and therefore being unable to provide the appropriate documentation i.e. not providing an appropriate Trade Qualification; not providing the required qualification transcripts and certificates. In the event that your application cannot be processed no refund will be due.
1st Contact Kickstart Package
To access all of the components of the 1st Contact Kickstart Package you must be legally eligible to enter and work in the UK. There must be at least 6 months remaining on the Visa for banking purposes.
1st Contact Kickstart Package works in partnership with a number high street banks and is bound by their compliance requirements. Periodically Banks review their account opening procedures and they can sometimes be subject to change. You must adhere to the requirements of the bank at all times. The bank will have absolute discretion to approve or reject an application for a UK bank account.
The various bank accounts available in the 1st Contact Kickstart Package have different fee structures and have separate Terms and Conditions. The various bank accounts may also have different documentation and opening requirements. 1st Contact will take reasonable steps to ensure you access your preferred bank account; however 1st Contact reserve the right to book clients into an appointment with any of their banking partners.
For identification and verification reason you will be required to meet with the banks to set up you personal bank account. The bank branches are all located in the central London area (City of Westminster/City of London).
The UK mobile phone SIM card number allocated as part of the 1st Contact Kickstart Package is only held for a 30 days after your advised UK arrival date. After that time 1st Contact reserves the right to reallocate the number to another customer.
All suppliers associated with the 1st Contact Kickstart Package are subject to change. 1st Contact will attempt to notify clients of any relevant changes. However, all clients are encouraged to visit www.1stcontactkickstart.com/news.aspx, prior to departing their home country or before visiting the London office to ensure that the most accurate information is known.
National Insurance (NI) Number/ Unique Tax Reference (UTR)
You must have an appropriate Visa (e.g. Youth Mobility Scheme or UK Ancestry Visa) as well as a UK Address to receive a NI Number.
Downunder Tradies Group and 1st Contact take no responsibility for any delay caused by HM Revenue & Customs in processing NI Numbers and UTR’s. In the event that you are not issued with or there is a delay in receiving a NI Number or UTR no refund will be due.
Tools
Downunder Tradies Group takes no responsibility for any issues or problems arising from tools purchased from the referred tool shop. Any issues regarding tool purchases are to be dealt with directly by the tool company with the Purchaser.
Accommodation
Accommodation options provided by Downunder Tradies Group and 1st Contact are suggestions only. Downunder Tradies Group and 1st Contact take no responsibility regarding problems and issues arising from accommodation bookings. Any issues are to be dealt with directly by the accommodation company with the Purchaser.
Oyster Card
All Oyster cards are issued with £10.00 credit only. This amount is provided to assist you in taking public transport upon your arrival. Any further credits are the responsibility of the Purchaser of the UK Start Up Pack. Once in possession of an Oyster Card the Purchaser is responsible for its safety and ensuring sufficient credit is placed on it. If the Purchaser returns the Oyster Card to Transport for London at the end of their time in the UK, they may claim the £3.00 card deposit refund.
Mobile and Internet
Downunder Tradies Group offers mobile and internet deals on behalf of external companies. Selecting and purchasing any of the products or services offered by these companies is at the discretion of the Purchaser. Entering into a contract with a company is solely the responsibility of the Purchaser. Any problems or issues arising from the purchasing of a product or service from these offers are to be dealt with directly by external company with the Purchaser.
TNT Guide/Publications
The TNT Guide is provided as an information resource only. Downunder Tradies Group is not responsible for any problems or issues arising from decisions made based on information within the publication.
Partner’s Publications
Partner’s publications are provided as a reference only. Downunder Tradies Group is not responsible for any problems or issues arising from decisions made based on information within the publications.
Refunds for UK Start Up Packs
Downunder Tradies Group endeavours to provide the Purchaser with all the services listed within the UK Start Up Packs. If for any reasons other than those stated above, Downunder Tradies Group cannot provide these services, Downunder Tradies Group will not be responsible, however we will endeavour to offer compensation in this instance.
Our West London Test Centre is conveniently located opposite Boston Manor tube station on the Piccadilly Line.
Suite 9 Boundary House Business Centre
Boston Road
Hanwell W7 2QE
Directions from the tube station
Exit the station and you will see the Boundary House building across the road and to your left. Cross at the lights directly out the front of the station, and follow the path down to Cawdor Crescent. The main entrance and reception is at the back of the building.
By car
From Boston Manor Road, turn into Cawdor Crescent and turn right into the Boundary House Business Centre car park. There is limited parking available on site. If you are planning on driving to the Downunder Tradies Group Test Centre please contact the office directly to obtain a list of free parking locations nearby.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your Test / Assessment / Exam
Map
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