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Building and Construction Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Hanga Whare

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Building and construction managers plan, control and co-ordinate civil engineering or building projects, and the resources and people involved.

Mechanical Engineer | Mataaro Pūkaha

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Mechanical engineers design and give advice on the building and repair of machines and tools. They also investigate problems and faults with machinery, and study ways to improve manufacturing and energy production.

Barrister | Rōia Kōti

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Barristers give legal advice and appear on behalf of clients in civil, family and criminal cases in courts and tribunals.

Train Driver | Kaitaraiwa Rerewhenua

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Train drivers drive passenger or freight trains. They may shift (shunt) carriages and wagons using trains or remote controls.

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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.

Viticulturist | Kaiparuauru Kerepe

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Viticulturists grow and harvest grapes from grapevines, and manage vineyards.

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.