NEW Skilled Occupation List 2025-26 | High Demand Jobs

Occupational Group

Occupation and ANZSCO Number

Required standard for work visa applicants with an offer of employment

Qualifications must be comparable to the standard of the New Zealand qualification listed. Also see Note 1 at the end of this list.

Region

Construction

Construction Project Manager (Foreman) (Roading and Infrastructure)

(133111)

A minimum of five years’ experience in building or maintaining roads

AND

staff management experience AND

appropriate driver licence

All regions

Construction

Project Builder (including Building Project Manager and Site Foreman) (133112)

One of the following qualifications:

– A bachelor’s degree at NZQF Level 7, or a higher qualification with the minimum equivalent of 360 credits, which includes the requirements of a New Zealand major in quantity surveying or construction economics

– A Graduate Diploma at NZQF Level 7, or a higher qualification, which includes the knowledge requirements of a New Zealand Graduate Diploma in the focus areas of construction, construction management or construction project management

– A diploma at NZQF Level 6, or a higher qualification, with the minimum equivalent of 240 credits, which includes the knowledge requirements of a New Zealand Diploma (Level 6) in the focus areas of quantity surveying, construction economics, construction management or building

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-

qualification work experience

Canterbury*

Construction

Surveyor (232212)

One of the following:

– Bachelor of Surveying (NZQF Level 7)

– Bachelor of Surveying with Honours (NZQF Level 8)

– Registration as a Professional Surveyor with the New Zealand Institute of Surveyors

– Professional Associate Membership or an

Overseas Member of the New Zealand Institute of Surveyors (with an overseas degree approved by NZIS)

Canterbury*

Engineering

Civil Engineer (233211)

One of the following:

– A Washington Accord accredited (initial) engineering degree (listed – see Note 3)

– A Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (NZQF Level 8)

– A qualification at NZQF Level 7 or higher, with a letter from Engineering New Zealand certifying that the degree and any further learning meet the benchmark requirements towards Chartered Professional Engineer professional status in New Zealand

– NZ registration as a Chartered Professional

Engineer by Engineering New Zealand

Canterbury*

Engineering

Structural Engineer (233214)

One of the following:

– A Washington Accord accredited (initial) engineering degree (listed – see Note 3)

– A Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (NZQF Level 8)

– A qualification at NZQF Level 7 or higher, with a letter from Engineering New Zealand certifying that the degree and any further learning meet the benchmark requirements towards Chartered Professional Engineer professional status in New Zealand

– NZ registration as a Chartered Professional

Engineer by Engineering New Zealand.

Canterbury*

Engineering

Electrical Engineer (233311)

One of the following:

– A Washington Accord accredited (initial) engineering degree (listed – see Note 3)

– A Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (NZQF Level 8)

– A qualification at NZQF Level 7 or higher, with a letter from Engineering New Zealand certifying that the degree and any further learning meet the benchmark requirements towards Chartered Professional Engineer professional status in New Zealand

– NZ registration as a Chartered Professional

Engineer by Engineering New Zealand

Canterbury*

Telecommunicatio ns

Telecommunicatio ns Engineer (263311)

One of the following:

– Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (Computer Engineering) or (Computer and Electronic Engineering) or (Computer Systems Engineering) or (Electronic Engineering) or (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) or (Electronics and Communication Engineering) or (Electronics and Computer Engineering) or (Electronic/s and Computer Systems Engineering) or (Network Engineering) (NZQF Level 8)

– A Washington Accord or Sydney Accord accredited undergraduate (initial) engineering degree (listed – see note 3)

– A qualification at NZQF Level 7 or higher, with a letter from Engineering New Zealand certifying that the degree and any further learning meet the benchmark requirements towards Chartered Professional Engineer professional status in New Zealand

– NZ registration as a Chartered Professional Engineer or as an Engineering Technologist by Engineering New Zealand

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post- qualification work experience

Canterbury*

Construction

Building Associate (312112)

New Zealand Certificate of Carpentry (Level 4) or higher

AND

the New Zealand Certificate in Construction Related Trades (Supervisor) (Level 4) AND

a minimum of three years’ post-qualification

experience.

Northland, Auckland

Construction

Building Inspector

/ Building Surveyor (312113)

One of the following qualifications:

– A bachelor’s degree at NZQF Level 7, or a higher qualification with the minimum equivalent of 360 credits, which includes the requirements of a New Zealand major in quantity surveying or construction economics

– A Graduate Diploma at NZQF Level 7, or a higher qualification, which includes the knowledge requirements of a New Zealand Graduate Diploma in the focus areas of construction, construction management, or construction project management

– A diploma at NZQF Level 6, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of a New Zealand Diploma (Level 6) in the focus areas of building surveying, architectural technology, construction management, or quantity surveying

AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post-

qualification work experience

All regions

Construction

Surveying Technician (Spatial Science Technician/Land Surveyor’s Technician) (312116)

One of the following:

– A New Zealand Bachelor of Surveying (NZQF Level 7)

– A New Zealand Bachelor of Surveying with Honours (NZQF Level 8)

– A diploma at NZQF Level 6, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Diploma in Surveying (Level 6)

– Professional Associate Membership of the New Zealand Institute of Surveyors

AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post–

qualification work experience

All regions

Construction

Surveying or Spatial Science Technician (Building Information Modelling

A bachelor’s degree at NZQF Level 7, or a higher qualification with the minimum equivalent of 360 credits, which includes the requirements of a New Zealand major in the focus areas of architecture, construction management or engineering

AND

All regions

Professional) (312116)

a minimum of five years’ work experience in the construction industry including at least two years in Building Information Modelling related positions

Construction

Surveying Technician (Spatial Science Technician/ Hydrographic Technician) (312116)

One of the following:

– A New Zealand Bachelor of Surveying (NZQF Level 7)

– A New Zealand Bachelor of Surveying with Honours (NZQF Level 8)

– A diploma at NZQF Level 6, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Diploma in Surveying (Level 6)

– Professional Associate Membership of the New

Zealand Institute of Surveyors

Northland, Auckland

Engineering

Civil Engineering Draughtsperson (312211)

A diploma at NZQF Level 6, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand

Diploma in Engineering (Civil) (Level 6)

All regions

Engineering

Civil Engineering Technician (312212)

One of the following:

– Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering) (NZQF Level 7)

– A diploma at NZQF Level 6, or a higher qualification, with the minimum equivalent of 240 credits, which includes the knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) (Level 6)

– A Washington Accord or Sydney Accord accredited undergraduate (initial) engineering degree in Civil Engineering (listed – see Note 3)

– A qualification at NZQF Level 7 or higher, with a letter from Engineering New Zealand certifying that the degree and any further learning meet the benchmark requirements towards Chartered Professional Engineer status in New Zealand

– NZ registration in the field of Civil Engineering as a Chartered Professional Engineer or as an Engineering Technologist by Engineering New Zealand

AND

a minimum of three years’ work experience including a minimum of 12 months’ relevant post- qualification work experience in the past 18

months

Canterbury*

Engineering

Electrical Engineering Draughtsperson

(312311)

A diploma at NZQF Level 6, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand

Diploma in Engineering (Electrical) (Level 6)

All regions

Engineering

Electrical Engineering Technician (312312)

One of the following:

– Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with Honours (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) (NZQF Level 8)

– Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electrical Engineering) (NZQF Level 7)

– Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) (NZQF Level 7)

– A Washington Accord or Sydney Accord accredited undergraduate (initial) engineering degree in Electrical Engineering (listed – see Note 3)

– A qualification at NZQF Level 7 or higher, with a letter from Engineering New Zealand certifying that the degree and any further learning meet the benchmark requirements towards Chartered Professional Engineer professional status in New Zealand

– NZ registration in the field of Electrical Engineering as a Chartered Professional Engineer or as an Engineering Technologist by Engineering New Zealand

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post- qualification work experience

Canterbury*

Trades

Metal Fabricator (322311)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Engineering Fabrication (Trade) (Level 4)

OR

a minimum of three years’ relevant work

experience

Canterbury*

Trades

Welder (322313)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Engineering Fabrication (Trade) (Level 4)

OR

a minimum of three years’ relevant work

experience

Canterbury*

Trades

Fitter-Welder (323213)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Engineering Fabrication (Trade) (Level 4)

OR

a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience

Canterbury*

Trades

Bricklayer (331111)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the Brick and Block Laying strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Trowel Trades (Level 4)

AND

Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence to do Restricted Building Work (RBW) within the scope of the Bricklaying and Blocklaying Licence Class, EXCEPT IF the work will be done under the supervision of an appropriately LBP who is licensed to supervise RBW done within the scope of a Bricklaying and Blocklaying Licence Class OR the duties of the Bricklayer will not include RBW

Note for employment where the entire or principal place of work is within the territorial authorities of

Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council or Waimakariri District Council:

A minimum of three years’ relevant work experience, including at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand may be accepted in place of a certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the Brick and Block Laying strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Trowel Trades (Level 4).

Northland, Auckland, Canterbury*

Trades

Stonemason (331112)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one of the strands of the New Zealand Certificate in Stonemasonry (Level 4)

Note for employment where the entire or principal place of work is within the territorial authorities of Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council or Waimakariri District Council:

A minimum of three years’ relevant work experience, including at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand may be accepted in place of certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one of the strands of the New Zealand Certificate in Stonemasonry

(Level 4).

Northland, Auckland

Trades

Carpenter and Joiner (331211)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry (NZQF Level 4)

AND

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Joinery (Level 4) AND

Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence to do Restricted Building Work (RBW) within the scope of the Carpentry Licence Class, EXCEPT IF the work will be done under the supervision of an appropriately LBP who is licensed to supervise RBW work done within the scope of the Carpentry Licence Class OR the duties of the Carpenter will not include RBW

Note for employment where the entire or principal place of work is within the territorial authorities of Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council or Waimakariri District Council:

A minimum of three years’ relevant work experience, including at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand may be accepted in place of having the two qualifications referred

to above.

All regions

Trades

Carpenter (331212)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4)

AND

Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence to do Restricted Building Work (RBW) within the scope of the Carpentry Licence Class, EXCEPT IF the work will be done under the supervision of an appropriately LBP who is licensed to supervise RBW work done within the scope of the Carpentry Licence Class OR the duties of the Carpenter will not include RBW

Note for employment where the entire or principal place of work is within the territorial authorities of Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council or Waimakariri District Council:

A minimum of three years’ relevant work experience, including at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand may be accepted in place of having a certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand

Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4)

All regions

Trades

Joiner (331213)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Joinery (Level 4) OR

a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience, including at least 12 months’ relevant

work experience in New Zealand

All regions

Trades

Floor Finisher (332111)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand of the National Certificate in Flooring (Level 4)

OR

a minimum of three years relevant work experience, including at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand

Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Canterbury*

Trades

Glazier (333111)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand in the New Zealand Certificate in Glazing (Level 4) AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post- qualification work experience

AND

Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence to do relevant Restricted Building Work (RBW), EXCEPT IF the work will be done under the supervision of an appropriately LBP who is licensed to supervise relevant RBW, OR the duties of the Glazier will not include RBW

Note for employment where the entire or principal place of work is within the territorial authorities of Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council or Waimakariri District Council:

A minimum of three years’ relevant work experience may be accepted in place of the requirement of a certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand in the New Zealand Certificate in Glazing (Level 4) and the minimum of two years’ relevant post-

qualification work experience

Northland, Auckland, Nelson– Tasman, Marlborough, West Coast, Canterbury

Trades

Fibrous Plasterer (333211)

A minimum of three years’ relevant work experience

AND

Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence to do Restricted Building Work (RBW) within the scope of the External Plastering Licence Class, EXCEPT IF the work will be done under the supervision of an appropriately LBP who is licensed to supervise RBW work done within the scope of the External Plastering Licence Class OR the duties of the Fibrous Plasterer will not include RBW

Note for employment where the entire or principal place of work is within the territorial authorities of Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council or Waimakariri District Council the following is required instead of the above:

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the Fibrous Plaster Installation strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Interior Linings Installation (Level 4) OR a

minimum of three years’ relevant work experience, including at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand

AND

Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence to do Restricted Building Work (RBW) within the scope of the External Plastering Licence Class, EXCEPT IF the work will be done under the supervision of an appropriately LBP who is licensed to supervise RBW work done within the scope of a External Plastering Licence Class OR the duties of the

Fibrous Plasterer will not include RBW

All regions

Trades

Solid Plasterer (333212)

A minimum of three years’ relevant work experience

AND

Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence to do Restricted Building Work (RBW) within the scope of the External Plastering Licence Class, EXCEPT IF the work will be done under the supervision of an appropriately LBP who is licensed to supervise RBW work done within the scope of the External Plastering Licence Class OR the duties of the Solid Plasterer will not include RBW

Note for employment where the entire or principal place of work is within the territorial authorities of Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council

or Waimakariri District Council the following is required instead of the above:

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the Solid Plastering strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Trowel Trades (Level 4) OR a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience, including at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand AND

Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence to do Restricted Building Work (RBW) within the scope of the External Plastering Licence Class, EXCEPT IF the work will be done under the supervision of an appropriately LBP who is licensed to supervise RBW work done within the scope of a External Plastering Licence Class OR the duties of the Solid

Plasterer will not include RBW

All regions

Trades

Roof Tiler (333311)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Roofing (Installation) (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience

AND

Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence to do Restricted Building Work (RBW) within the scope of the Roofing Licence Class, EXCEPT IF the work will be done under the supervision of an appropriately LBP who is licensed to supervise RBW work done within the scope of the Roofing Licence Class OR the duties of the Roof Tiler will not include RBW

Note for employment where the entire or principal place of work is within the territorial authorities of Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council or Waimakariri District Council:

A minimum of three years’ relevant work experience, including at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand may be accepted in place of having a certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Roofing (Installation)

(Level 4)

Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Nelson–Tasman, Marlborough, West Coast, Canterbury, Otago, Southland

Trades

Wall and Floor Tiler (333411)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the Floor and Wall Tiling strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Trowel Trades (Level 4)

OR

a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience, including at least 12 months’ relevant

work experience in New Zealand

Canterbury*

Trades

Plumber (General) (334111)

Licensed or authorised as a Plumber (not including a limited certificate holder) by the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board AND

at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in

New Zealand

All regions

Trades

Drainlayer (334113)

Licensed or authorised as a Drainlayer (not including a limited certificate holder) by the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board AND

at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in

New Zealand

Canterbury*

Trades

Roof Plumber (334115)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Roofing (Installation) (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience

AND

Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) licence to do Restricted Building Work (RBW) within the scope of the Roofing Licence Class, EXCEPT IF the work will be done under the supervision of an appropriately LBP who is licensed to supervise RBW work done within the scope of the Roofing Licence Class OR the duties of the Roof Tiler will

not include RBW

Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Nelson–Tasman, Marlborough, West Coast, Canterbury, Otago, Southland

Trades

Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic (342111)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Trade) (Level 4)

AND

at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand

Canterbury*

Trades

Electric Line Mechanic

(342211)

NZ registration as a line mechanic or a limited certificate as a line mechanic from the Electrical

Workers Registration Board

Canterbury*

ICT, Electronics and Telecommunicatio ns

Cabler (Data and Telecommunicatio ns) (342411)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one of the strands of the New Zealand Certificate in

Telecommunications (Level 4)

All regions

ICT, Electronics and Telecommunicatio ns

Telecommunicatio ns Cable Jointer (342412)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one of the strands of the New Zealand Certificate in

Telecommunications (Level 4)

All regions

ICT, Electronics and Telecommunicatio ns

Telecommunicatio ns Technician (342414)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one of the strands of the New Zealand Certificate in

Telecommunications (Level 4)

All regions

Transport

Truck Driver (General) (733111)

NZ recognised Full Class 4 or 5 Driver Licence AND a minimum of three years’ experience driving heavy rigid (gross laden weight of more than 18,000kg) or heavy combination (gross combined weight of more than 25,000kg) vehicles, including at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand

Canterbury*

Transport

Truck Driver (General) (733111)

NZ recognised Full Class 4 or 5 Driver Licence AND a minimum of three years’ experience driving heavy rigid (gross laden weight of more than 18,000kg) or heavy combination (gross combined weight of more than 25,000kg) vehicles, including at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in New Zealand

Canterbury*

Trades

Scaffolder (821712)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Scaffolding (Level 4) AND a minimum of two years’ relevant postqualification work experience

All regions

Occupational Group

Occupation and ANZSCO number

Required standard for work visa applicants with an offer of employment Qualifications must be comparable to the standard of the New Zealand qualification listed. Also see Note 1 at the end of this document.

Agriculture and Forestry

Apiarist (121311)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Apiculture (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post-qualification work experience in a commercial environment

OR

a minimum of five years’ work experience as an apiarist in a commercial environment

Agriculture and Forestry

Arborist (362212)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the Arboriculture strand of the New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Services (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Agriculture and Forestry

Beef Cattle Farmer (Farm Manager) (121312), Dairy Cattle Farmer (Farm Manager) (121313)

One of the following qualifications:

– A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the Dairy Farming or Livestock Farming strands of the New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture (Level 4)

– A diploma at NZQF Level 5, or a higher qualification, in the focus areas of Farm Management, Agriculture or Dairy Technology

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience

Agriculture and Forestry

Dairy Cattle Farmer (Assistant Farm Manager) (121313)

One of the following qualifications:

– A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the Dairy Farming or Livestock Farming strands of the New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture (Level 4)

– A diploma at NZQF Level 5, or a higher qualification, in the focus areas of Farm Management, Agriculture or Dairy Technology

AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant work experience

Agriculture and Forestry

Market Gardener (Crop Production/ Agronomist Manager) (121221)

One of the following qualifications:

– A bachelor’s degree at NZQF Level 7, or a higher qualification, with the minimum equivalent of 360 credits, which includes the requirements of a New Zealand major in the focus areas of Agriculture or Horticulture

– A certificate or diploma at NZQF Level 5, or a higher qualification, in the focus areas of Crop Production or Horticulture

– A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one of the strands of the New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Production (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Agriculture and Forestry

Pig Farmer (Farm Manager or Assistant Farm Manager) (121318)

One of the following qualifications:

– A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Pork Production (Advanced Husbandry) (NZQF Level 4), or the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Pork Production (Section Management) (NZQF Level 4)

– A diploma at NZQF Level 5, or a higher qualification, in the focus area of Farm Management

AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant on-farm work experience

Agriculture and Forestry

Winemaker (Viticulturist/Specialist positions – not pickers) (234213)

One of the following qualifications:

– A bachelor’s degree at NZQF Level 7, or a higher qualification with the minimum equivalent of 360 credits, which includes the requirements of a New Zealand major in the focus areas of Viticulture, Oenology, Wine Science or wine making

– A Graduate Diploma at NZQF Level 7, or a higher qualification which includes the knowledge requirements of a New Zealand Graduate Diploma in the focus areas of Viticulture, Oenology, Wine Science or wine making

OR

a minimum of five years’ relevant work experience

Education

Early Childhood (Pre- primary School) Teacher (241111)

One of the following NZQF level 7 qualifications, or higher, or a comparable qualification at the same level:

– Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education)

– Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Early Childhood

– Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) AND

NZ registration with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand AND

a provisional practising certificate AND

a minimum of two years’ post-qualification work experience with children up to five years of age, including babies and toddlers

Education

Primary School Teacher (241213)

NZ registration with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand AND

a provisional practising certificate AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Education

Post-Doctoral Fellow (classified under 242111

University Lecturer)

Doctor of Philosophy or a Doctoral degree at NZQF Level 10 with evidence of a thesis

Education

Secondary School Teacher (241411)

NZ registration with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand AND

a provisional practising certificate AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Education

University Lecturer (242111)

A master degree at NZQF Level 9, or a higher qualification, with a minimum equivalent of 240 credits, which includes substantive research, dissertation or a thesis

Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Draughtsperson (312511)

A diploma at NZQF Level 6, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) (Level

6)

Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Technician (312512)

One of the following:

– Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (Mechanical Engineering) (NZQF Level 8)

– Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Mechanical Engineering) (NZQF Level 7)

– A Washington Accord or Sydney Accord accredited undergraduate (initial) engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering (listed – see Note 3)

– A qualification at NZQF Level 7 or higher, with a letter from Engineering New Zealand certifying that the degree and any further learning meet the benchmark requirements towards Chartered Professional Engineer professional status in New Zealand

– NZ registration in the field of Mechanical Engineering as a Chartered Professional Engineer or as an Engineering Technologist by Engineering New Zealand

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post–qualification work experience

Health and Social Services

Anaesthetic Technician (311211)

NZ registration in the Anaesthetic Technician scope of practice with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand

AND

a minimum of two years’ post-qualification work experience in anaesthesia

Health and Social Services

Medical Technicians nec (Dialysis Technician) (311299)

NZ registration as a Clinical Physiologist (Dialysis) with the Clinical Physiologist Registration Board

AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post–qualification work experience

Health and Social Services

Midwife (254111)

NZ registration in the midwifery scope of practice with the Midwifery Council of New Zealand AND a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Health and Social Services

Resident Medical Officer (excluding First and Second Year Resident Medical Officers) (253112)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional general, general or special purpose scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

Health and Social Services

Specialist Physician (General Medicine) (253311), Cardiologist

(253312), Paediatrician

(253321), Specialist

Physicians nec (253399), Emergency Medicine Specialist (253912),

Ophthalmologist (253914), Medical Practitioners nec

(253999)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

Recreation, Hospitality and Tourism

Jockey (452413)

Completed an Apprenticeship under the Rules of Racing in their country of origin AND

clearance from that authority

Recreation, Hospitality and Tourism

Jockey (Trackwork Rider) (452413)

Completed an Apprenticeship under the Rules of Racing in their country of origin OR

a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience

Recreation, Hospitality and Tourism

Outdoor Adventure Guide (Skydive Tandem Master) (452299)

Tandem Master Rating AND

a minimum of 1000 jumps

Recreation, Hospitality and Tourism

Snowsport Instructor (452314)

One of the following qualifications:

– A certificate at NZQF Level 5, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Advanced Snowschool Instruction (Applied) (Level 5)

– PSIA (USA)

– CSIA (Canada) Level 1

– NZSIA (Stage I)

– equivalent internationally recognised qualification AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Recreation, Hospitality and Tourism

Snowsport Instructor (including Technicians) (452314)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one of the strands of the New Zealand Certificate in Snowsport Equipment (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post-qualification work experience in a ski/snowboard repair workshop

Trades

Baker (351111)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Baking (Generalist) or the New Zealand Certificate in Trade Baking (Plant or Craft) (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of two years’ relevant post–qualification work experience

Trades

Composite Technician (399999)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Composites (Level 4)

Trades

Electronic Equipment Trades Worker (342313)

NZ registration as an Electrical Service Technician or Electrical Appliance Serviceperson with the Electrical Workers Registration Board

Trades

Metal Casting Trades Worker (Foundry Moulder) (322114)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the metal forming strand in the New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Trade) (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post–qualification work experience

Trades

Metal Fabricator (322311)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one strand in the New Zealand Certificate in Engineering Fabrication (Trade) (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Trades

Metal Machinist (First Class) (CNC Machinist) (323214)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the Fitting and Machining or the Machining strands in the New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Trade) (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post–qualification work experience

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Motor Mechanic (General) (321211)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of a New Zealand Certificate in Light Automotive Engineering (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Trades

Motor Mechanic (General) (Automotive Air Conditioning Technician) (321211)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the Automotive Heating, Ventilation or Air Conditioning strands in the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Specialist Engineering) (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post–qualification work experience

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Panelbeater (324111)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of a New Zealand Certificate in Collision Repair (Non-structural Repair) (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Trades

Plastics Technician (399916)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Plastics Engineering (Level 4) AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post–qualification work experience

Trades

Plastics Technician (Plastics Engineer) (399916)

A certificate at NZQF Level 5, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Plastics Engineering Technology (Level 5)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post–qualification work experience

Trades

Sheetmetal Trades Worker (322211)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one of the strands of the New Zealand Certificate in Engineering Fabrication (Trade) (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Trades

Vehicle Painter (324311)

A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of a New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Refinishing (Level 4)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Occupational Group

Occupation (ANZSCO Code)

Qualifications Required

Work Experience

Construction

Construction Project Manager (133111)

NZQF Level 7/8 degree in Construction/Civil Engineering or equivalent. Professional certification may be required.

Min. 5 years post-qualification.

Project Builder (133112)

NZQF Level 7/6 in Quantity Surveying or Construction.

Min. 3 years post-qualification.

Quantity Surveyor (233213)

NZQF Level 7 in Quantity Surveying or Construction Economics. Membership in NZIQS is advantageous.

Min. 3 years post-qualification.

Surveyor (232212)

Bachelor of Surveying (NZQF Level 7/8). Registration with NZIS required.

Relevant experience preferred.

Engineering

Chemical/Civil/Mechanical Engineer (233111)

Washington Accord accredited or NZQF Level 7/8 degree. Registration with Engineering NZ recommended.

Min. 3 years post-qualification.

Civil Engineering Technician (312212)

NZQF Level 6 diploma in Civil Engineering or higher.

Min. 3 years including 12 months recent.

Electrical Engineering Technician (312312)

NZQF Level 7/8 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.

Min. 3 years post-qualification.

Health & Social Services

Clinical Psychologist (272311)

Master’s/Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Registration with NZ Psychologists Board.

Relevant experience preferred.

General Practitioner (253111)

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (NZQF Level 7). Registration with the Medical Council of NZ.

Relevant experience preferred.

Registered Nurse (Aged Care) (254412)

NZ Registration as a nurse.

Min. 3 years in hospital care.

Physiotherapist (252511)

NZ Registration as a physiotherapist.

Relevant experience preferred.

ICT

ICT Project Manager (135112)

NZQF Level 7/8 in IT, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.

Min. 3 years post-qualification.

Software Engineer (261313)

NZQF Level 7 in Software/Information Technology.

Min. 3 years post-qualification.

Trades

Electrician (341111)

NZ registration or limited certificate from the Electrical Workers Registration Board.

Relevant experience preferred.

Diesel Motor Mechanic (321212)

NZQF Level 4 certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering.

Min. 3 years post-qualification.

Automotive Electrician (321111)

NZQF Level 4 certificate in Automotive Electrical Engineering.

Relevant experience preferred.

Science

Food Technologist (234212)

Bachelor of Food Technology or equivalent (NZQF Level 7/8).

Min. 3 years post-qualification.

Environmental Research Scientist (234313)

NZQF Level 7 degree in Environmental Studies/Management.

Min. 1 year post-qualification.

Sector

Jobs in Demand

Healthcare Sector

Medical practitioners (specialist doctors), Registered nurses, Medical laboratory technicians, Radiologists

Construction Sector

Construction project managers, Quantity surveyors, Carpenters and joiners, Plumbers and gasfitters

IT Sector

Software developers, Systems analysts, Database administrators, Network administrators

Engineering Sector

Structural engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and civil engineers

Trades

Electricians, Welders, Automotive technicians, Stonemasons

Education Sector

Secondary school teachers in specific subjects (science, technology, and mathematics)

Agricultural and Horticultural Sectors

Farm managers, Dairy herd managers, Agricultural and horticultural mobile plant operators

Hospitality and Tourism Sector

Chefs, Hotel managers