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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.

Forestry Scientist | Kaipūtaiao Ngahere

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Forestry scientists research forest growth, wood processing, conservation and different types of trees, and how these can be used.

Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) | Kaiako Reo Pākehā (ki te Hunga Kōrero Reo Kē)

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Teachers of English to speakers of other languages (ESOL teachers) teach people from non-English speaking backgrounds how to speak, read and write English.

Archivist | Kaitiaki Pūranga

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Archivists assess, organise, store and provide access to records and documents of long-term historical or research value. They also advise people and organisations about their archives.

Aircraft Loader | Kaiuta/Kaihoroi Waka Rererangi

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Aircraft loaders load and unload aircraft, and transfer freight and baggage between airport buildings and aircraft.

Plasterer | Kaiwhakapiri Uhi

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Plasterers apply plaster or other materials to buildings. They usually specialise in either interior or exterior plastering.

Roading Construction Worker | Kaimahi Hanga Rori

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Roading construction workers make surfaces such as roads, airport runways and driveways, and control traffic around road construction sites.

Wood Processing Worker | Kaimahi Kani Rākau

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Wood processing workers set up and use woodworking machinery to cut logs into timber for building, furniture and other products.

Animal Care Attendant | Kaitiaki Kararehe

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Animal care attendants care for, and clean up after animals in places like kennels, pet shops and animal shelters.

Electronics Trades Worker | Ringarehe Tāhiko

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Electronics trades workers assemble, install and fix electronic parts and equipment.