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Funeral Director/Embalmer | Kaihautū/Kaiwhakapaipai Tūpāpaku

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Funeral directors/embalmers organise and direct funerals, register deaths, and prepare human bodies for visits by families, and for burial or cremation.

Pest Control Technician | Kaihangarau Patu Orotā

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Pest control technicians identify and remove pests, such as insects, rats and mice, from buildings and properties. 

Plastics Technician | Kaihangarau Kirihou

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Plastics technicians set up, adjust, maintain and repair machines that manufacture plastic products.

Electrical Engineering Technician | Kaihangarau Take Pūhiko

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Electrical engineering technicians interpret the designs and technical instructions of electrical engineers, then ensure they are accurately carried out. They also develop, install, test and maintain equipment that produces, transmits or uses power.

Chiropractor | Kaikorohiti

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Chiropractors treat disorders related to the spine and nervous system to relieve pain and improve the function of nerves, muscles and joints. 

Heavy Truck Driver | Kaitaraiwa Taraka Taumaha

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Heavy truck drivers drive trucks with or without trailers. They may transport materials, livestock, general freight, and hazardous substances or spread fertiliser.

Microbiologist | Kaimātai Koiora Mororiki

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Microbiologists study micro-organisms, such as bacteria, viruses and fungi, and the effects they have on plants, animals and humans. They also develop products from micro-organisms to benefit humans or the environment.

Nanny/Child Carer | Kaitiaki Tamariki

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Nannies/child carers are responsible for the care, wellbeing and education of infants, toddlers and children in the home.

Dispensing Optician | Ngaio Mōhiti

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Dispensing opticians interpret prescriptions from optometrists and ophthalmologists (eye specialists) for glasses or contact lenses, assemble and fit glasses, and sell customers frames and lenses.