Civil Engineer - No Vacancy

I had my virtual assessment back in October 2020 and received the email shortly after to say I had been successful but that there were no vacancies in my area and that they would be in touch.

I've emailed the odd time to chase this up but haven't heard anything different.

I've seen a few posts about this so I don't think it's unusual but just wondered how long generally people are waiting between this email and progressing.

Also, does this mean I have the job when there's a vacancy or is there still more to do?

Thanks in advance.

you pretty much have a job, pending a background check and a few other legal right to work paperwork and stuff