Offshore staff for Australian businesses
Dedicated people in Pakistan, with Perth hours covered in full and agreed cover for the east coast. We recruit, employ and manage them. You direct the work.
Why Australian businesses are adding offshore seats
Award wages rose again on 1 July 2026, Payday Super changed how often employers pay super, and nearly half of recruiting employers report difficulty filling roles. A managed offshore seat adds capacity for process work without another local hire.
Your Konnex team works from Pakistan, on your systems and to your processes. We handle the employment contract, payroll, equipment and HR in Pakistan. You keep control of priorities and quality.
Konnex is new to Australia. We are taking on our first Australian clients now, so you will work directly with the founder from the first call.
Australian changes that affect hiring in 2026 and 2027
Figures from Australian government sources. Check the source before you plan around them.
| Change | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Wage Review, 1 July 2026 | Minimum award wages rose by 4.75% | Fair Work Ombudsman |
| Payday Super, from 1 July 2026 | Super must reach the fund within 7 business days after payday | Australian Taxation Office |
| Core Skills Income Threshold, 1 July 2026 | Core Skills stream nominations (482 and 186 visas) need a salary of at least $79,423 | Department of Home Affairs |
| Recruitment difficulty, September 2026 | 48% of recruiting employers reported difficulty filling roles | Jobs and Skills Australia |
| Job vacancies, August 2026 | 325,000 vacancies nationally | Australian Bureau of Statistics |
This is general information, not legal, tax or migration advice.
Who we work with in Australia
The Australian businesses where an offshore seat tends to pay off first.
Owner-operators and tradies
Builders, electricians, clinics and agencies where the owner still does the quotes, invoices and scheduling at night. Start with 1 virtual assistant.
Accounting and bookkeeping practices
Bookkeeping support, data entry and return preparation under your review, with extra hands for lodgment peaks.
Recruitment agencies
Sourcers and recruitment administrators so consultants spend their day with clients and candidates. See recruitment support.
NDIS and allied health providers
Rostering, claims and admin support. Participant data needs care, so we agree data handling terms before anyone starts.
Mining services and contractors in Western Australia
Office, tender and payroll support for contractors whose staff are needed on site. See offshore staff for Perth.
Funded startups
Lead researchers and SDRs to build pipeline on a limited runway. See sales development.
Who does what
A clear split, written into your agreement. Your team members are Konnex employees in Pakistan, not your contractors.
| Task | You | Konnex |
|---|---|---|
| Daily direction and priorities | Yes | No |
| Sourcing, screening and testing | Interview only | Yes |
| Employment contract and payroll in Pakistan | No | Yes |
| Equipment, HR and leave cover planning | No | Yes |
| Performance check-ins | With us | Yes |
Hours that work
Pakistan does not change its clocks. Perth is the best fit: its full working day falls in the Pakistan morning. For the east coast, we agree an early shift or afternoon cover with you.
| Your office | Your working day | Time in Islamabad |
|---|---|---|
| Perth (AWST, all year) | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 6:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Brisbane (AEST, all year) | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 4:00 am to 12:00 pm |
| Sydney and Melbourne (AEST, April to October) | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 4:00 am to 12:00 pm |
| Sydney and Melbourne (AEDT, October to April) | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 3:00 am to 11:00 am |
| Adelaide (ACST, April to October) | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 4:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Adelaide (ACDT, October to April) | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 3:30 am to 11:30 am |
Common questions
Plain answers. Still unsure? Ask us directly.
What Australian hours can my team cover?
Perth hours in full: a 9 am to 5 pm Perth day runs from 6 am to 2 pm in Islamabad. For Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane we agree an early shift or afternoon cover with you.
Do offshore staff need an Australian visa?
No. Your team members live and work in Pakistan and are employed by Konnex there, so no Australian visa or sponsorship is involved.
Are my offshore staff my contractors?
No. Under our agreement they are employed by Konnex in Pakistan. You direct their daily work through that agreement, and Konnex handles their employment.
How do you handle personal information?
If you disclose personal information overseas, Australian Privacy Principle 8 may leave you accountable for how it is handled, so we agree the data handling terms with you before anyone starts. Each person gets least-privilege accounts and multi-factor sign-in.
Do you have Australian clients?
Not yet. Konnex is taking on its first Australian clients now, so you will work directly with the founder.
Can I start with 1 person?
Yes. You can start with 1 role and add seats once the setup works.
Planning an Australian team?
Tell us the roles, your hours and your tools. We will send a team plan and a written quote.