'I failed 10 times': How this Filipino machinist turned rejections into opportunities in Japan and Australia

In this episode of Trabaho, Visa, atbp., Marvic Sabala shares his journey from failing multiple job interviews to building a career as a First Class Machinist in Australia, highlighting the challenges and perseverance behind his migration story.

Marvic Sabala shares his journey from failing multiple job interviews to building a successful career as a First Class Machinist in Australia. Credit: Pinoy Machinist in Au

Key Points

• Marvic Sabala failed 10 job interviews before securing opportunities in Japan (2015–2018) and eventually migrating to Australia in 2022 under the Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482).
• He overcame challenges such as language barriers, homesickness, and strict migration requirements, while gaining valuable experience in the manufacturing and engineering sector.
• Now on track for permanent residency, Marvic hopes to reunite with his wife and two children in Australia and encourages aspiring migrants to stay persistent despite setbacks.

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'Sampung beses akong bumagsak': Pinoy Machinist hindi sumuko hanggang sa makapagtrabaho sa Japan at Australia

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