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A step-by-step guide to finding a job in New Zealand

How you look for work in New Zealand may be quite different from what you are used to. This guide will help you through the process of looking for work and applying for jobs.

Scrum Master | Kaitakawaenga Kakari

Job

Scrum masters use the scrum software development approach to keep IT project teams on track. They also help remove obstacles to progress. 

Production Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Whakaputa

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Production managers organise and control the production process in a factory. They ensure that products are made to the right specifications and are ready on time and within budget.

Brewer | Kaitoroī

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Brewers use brewing equipment and processes to convert malted barley or other grains into beer, and control or manage the production and packaging of beer.

Working for yourself

Find out what it takes to be a contractor or an entrepreneur, and set up a business.

Sharemilker | Kaiwhakahaere Mīraka Kau

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Sharemilkers either milk a dairy farmer's cows for a profit share, or own a herd of cows and milk them on an owner's land for a profit share.

Mining | Huke Waro

Mining jobs may be for you if you are interested in:

• mining or quarrying for materials such as minerals, metals, aggregates and coal
• drilling for oil and gas
• physical work and working with your hands
• driving and operating heavy vehicles, machinery and equipment
• developing plans and specifications for mining operations