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Geophysicist

Kaimātai Pūtaiao Whenua

Geophysicists use data-collecting technology to study natural processes of the Earth, such as earthquake and volcanic activity, and to locate minerals, oil and gas, or groundwater.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 3-7 years

Primary industries
Services industries

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New geophysicists usually earn
$65K-$75K per year

Senior geophysicists usually earn
$120K-$180K per year

Fencer

Kaihanga Taiapa

Fencers construct and repair fences, barriers or walls made of timber, metal, wire, chain-link or other materials.

Job opportunities: Good

Primary industries
Construction and infrastructure

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Fencers usually earn
$23-$30 per hour

Fencing contractors usually earn
$45-$62 per hour

Flooring Installer

Kaiwhakauru Uhi

Flooring installers lay, replace and repair floor coverings such as carpet, linoleum, vinyl and timber.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 2-3 years

Construction and infrastructure

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New flooring installers usually earn
$23-$24 per hour

Experienced flooring installers usually earn
$25-$35 per hour

Metal Worker

Kaimahi Maitai

Metal workers make patterns and moulds for metal castings, heat and hammer metal into shape, and repair metal parts and equipment.

Job opportunities: Poor

Training usually required: 4 years

Construction and infrastructure
Manufacturing and technology

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Metal workers usually earn
$23-$29 per hour

Heavy Truck Driver

Kaitaraiwa Taraka Taumaha

Heavy truck drivers drive trucks with or without trailers. They may transport materials, livestock, general freight, and hazardous substances or spread fertiliser.