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Cafe/Restaurant Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Toa Kawhe/Wharekai

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Cafe/restaurant managers are in charge of running cafes, restaurants and fast food outlets. They may also run catering businesses.

Conservator | Kaiatawhai Whakaora Taonga

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Conservators help preserve art and other important historical items by preventing deterioration and repairing damage.

Environmental/Public Health Officer | Āpiha Hauora Taiao/Pāpori

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Environmental/public health officers investigate, monitor, assess and advise on food and alcohol safety, disease prevention, disease outbreaks, and environmental hazards such as pollution.

Urban/Regional Planner | Kaiwhakamahere Tāone/Rohe

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Urban/regional planners develop and administer plans for physical, environmental, social and economic development of urban and rural areas.

Case Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Kēhi

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Case managers work with individuals and families to help them overcome hardship, and access social services and support.

Oral Health Therapist | Kaiakuaku Waha

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Oral health therapists provide dental care, treat gum disease and teach people how to care for teeth and gums. They may refer clients to dentists.

Actuary | Kaitauwhiro Pūtea

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Actuaries predict and assess the financial risks and impacts of future events. They work in areas such as insurance, superannuation and investment.

Career Consultant | Kaitohutohu Umanga

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Career consultants help clients with career decision-making and development, job hunting, and returning to work after illness or accident.