Migrating to a new country is never just a relocation—it’s a life reset. For Huzaifa, a seasoned professional who spent 20 years working in Saudi Arabia, the decision to move to Australia was not driven by career ambition, but by something far more important: his children’s future.
After two decades in technical sales and marketing within the power and cement industries, working with major organisations such as Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo and Adar Group, Huzaifa had built a stable and successful professional life. Yet one challenge remained unresolved—the right educational environment for his children.
The Turning Point: A Search for Better Education
Initially, Huzaifa attempted to shift his elder daughter’s education to India in hopes of avoiding the costly NRI quota for tertiary education. However, after being raised entirely in Saudi Arabia, adapting to the Indian schooling environment proved overwhelming. Within months, she returned to Saudi Arabia—unsettled and struggling.
This experience became the catalyst for a major life decision: to find a country offering a more balanced, multicultural, practical and future-ready education system. Australia became the answer.
A Unique Visa Pathway: Sponsored by an Overseas Employer
Many migrants assume sponsorship is only possible through established Australian companies. Huzaifa’s story proves otherwise.
His move to Australia happened through a rare pathway—a 482 employer-sponsored visa, sponsored not by an Australian company, but by an Indian business owner looking to establish a new branch in Australia.
Huzaifa accepted the role of Director, relocating to Melbourne to build the company from scratch. Today, he is working toward creating Australia’s first domestic manufacturer of Steam Water Analyzer Systems (SWAS)—a system currently imported exclusively from Europe or the U.S.
Building a Business From Zero
Entering a mature industrial market isn’t easy. Many clients already rely on established suppliers, and earning the first opportunity is often the toughest hurdle.
But Huzaifa remains committed to the long-term vision:
? Australian-made technology
? Compliance with local standards
? A brand built on trust rather than shortcuts
Alongside this venture, he continues consulting for his former Saudi employer—bridging markets between the Middle East and Australia.
Family Life and Adaptation in Australia
Today, Huzaifa’s children thrive in a multicultural environment alongside classmates from across the world. Practical learning, skill-based assessments, and real-world exposure—like visiting courts to learn road rules—have made a transformative impact.
Housing, work hours, and maintaining global business networks have not been easy, but Huzaifa calls the transition 100% worth it.
Advice for New Migrants and Entrepreneurs
Huzaifa offers three core lessons:
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Be patient—success takes time.
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Expect rejection—don’t fear it.
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Be original—don’t copy existing businesses.
His message to aspiring movers:
“If you are planning to move to Australia, it’s a very good decision—just plan it well and then commit.”