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A step-by-step guide to finding a job in New Zealand

How you look for work in New Zealand may be quite different from what you are used to. This guide will help you through the process of looking for work and applying for jobs.

Retail Sales Assistant | Kaiāwhina Hokohoko

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Retail sales assistants serve customers, look after stock items and process sales.

Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage) | Kaitohu (Kiriata, Pouaka Whakaata, Irirangi, Whakaari rānei)

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Directors instruct cast and crew and oversee the artistic and production aspects of film, television, radio or stage creations.

Zoologist | Kaipūtaiao Kararehe

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Zoologists study animals and their behaviour in the wild or in captivity, and how they interact with other species and their environments.

Insurance Loss Adjuster | Kaiwhakatika Makeretanga Rīanga

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Insurance loss adjusters investigate and calculate insurance claims.

Environmental Engineer | Mataaro Taiao

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Environmental engineers assess and reduce the impact of engineering projects on water, soil and air. They also plan and design systems to treat and remove waste.

Tools and tips for facilitators and helpers

Want to help people with career planning or job search but don't know where to start? Get tips on how to approach these topics and find useful tools including videos, exercises, interactive tools, quizzes and links to key sources of information.

Career development – Year 7 and 8

Learn how teaching career management competencies helps Year 7 and 8 students manage their life, learning and work, and assists them with decisions at key transition points. Find out how all teachers can contribute to career development through a school-wide approach.

Retail Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Hokohoko

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Retail managers organise and manage the operations of retail stores or departments, including staff.

Fishing Skipper | Kaiurungi Hao Ika

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Fishing skippers are responsible for running a fishing boat. Responsibilities range from navigating the vessel and organising the crew to catching and processing fish.