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Software Developer | Kaihanga Pūmanawa Rorohiko

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Software developers create and maintain computer software, websites and software applications (apps).

Corrections Officer | Āpiha Whare Herehere

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Corrections officers are responsible for keeping prisoners safe and secure and motivating them to make changes in their lives.

Probation Officer | Āpiha Matakana

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Probation officers supervise people serving a sentence in the community. They also help people who have been in prison return to society.

Diversional and Recreational Therapist | Kaihaumanu Rēhia

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Diversional and recreational therapists design and run recreation and leisure programmes to support and enhance people's total wellbeing.

Marine Biologist | Kaimātai Koiora Moana

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Marine biologists study animals and plants that live in the sea and freshwater, and how they interact with their surroundings.

Communications Professional | Ngaio Whakawhitiwhiti Kōrero

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Communications professionals develop strategies to promote the image of organisations to the public, shareholders and employees.

Meteorologist | Matapae Huarere

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Meteorologists study the atmosphere to understand and predict weather and climate.

Librarian | Kaitiaki Pātaka Pukapuka

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Librarians identify information that people need, organise it and make sure people can access it.

Mechanical Engineering Technician | Kaihangarau Take Pūkaha

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Mechanical engineering technicians help mechanical engineers design, develop, test and manufacture mechanical devices, including tools, engines and machines.