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Beauty Therapist | Kaihaumanu Kanohi

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Beauty therapists provide treatments such as facials, massage, laser hair removal, waxing and pedicures.

Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator | Kaiwhakamahi Whakapai Wai (Paru)

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Water/wastewater treatment operators run water and wastewater treatment plants. They treat water so that it is acceptable to drink. They also control the disposal of sewage and industrial wastewater.

Hairdresser/Barber | Kaikutikuti Makawe

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Hairdressers/barbers cut, colour and style hair. Barbers also shave and trim hair, moustaches and beards.

Optometrist | Kaimātai Whatu

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Optometrists examine clients' eyes to diagnose and provide solutions for vision problems. They also diagnose, monitor and manage eye diseases such as cataracts.  

Fabrication Engineer | Mataaro Piharoa

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Fabrication engineers make, install and repair metal products such as vents, handrails, boilers, aircraft and boat parts, or beams and girders for construction projects. 

Refrigeration/Air-conditioning Technician | Kaihangarau Pūrere Whakamātao

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Refrigeration/air-conditioning technicians install, service and maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning systems.