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Researching job opportunities in New Zealand

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Career Malaga

Career Malaga is a career-planning resource aimed at getting Pasifika secondary students thinking about their career journeys. Each student is encouraged to think about who they are – their cultural identity, their special interests and their strengths, and how these can all lead to exciting and fulfilling futures.

Build careers teams

Learn more about the key responsibilities of a careers lead team, and how you can build one at your school.

How to search for jobs

Tips for job search success.

Qualifications and their levels

New Zealand tertiary qualifications and their levels.

Secondary School Teacher | Kaiako Kura Tuarua

Job

Secondary school teachers plan, prepare and teach one or more subjects to students between the ages of 13 and 18.

Engaging with Pacific peoples

Advice on how to gain the support, understanding and involvement of Pacific 'āiga and community leaders in your school, particularly in regards to career planning with students.

Upholsterer | Kaiwhakapaipai Uhinga Waka

Job

Upholsterers make or repair the springs, padding, linings and covers of furniture.

Industrial Spray Painter | Kairehu Ahumahi

Job

Industrial spray painters prepare, paint, powder-coat or resurface industrial parts and machinery and other items used in homes, offices and industries.

Meat/Seafood Process Worker | Kaimahi Mīti/Mātaitai

Job

Meat/seafood process workers process, grade and package meat, fish or shellfish for local and overseas markets. Some also slaughter animals.