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Engaging with businesses

Strong relationships with business communities, the tertiary education sector and other community organisations can help schools provide great careers education for students. Find out how to build these relationships.

Secondary benchmarks

The Career Development Benchmarks: Secondary are a self-review tool for secondary schools to assess and improve the quality of their career development programmes and services.

Artistic Director | Kaihautū Toi

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Artistic directors plan and direct the activities of performing arts organisations such as theatre and dance companies, and arts activities at festivals and venues.

Automotive Refinisher | Kaipeita Waka

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Automotive refinishers prepare vehicle surfaces, match and mix colours, and apply paint to vehicles.

Purchasing/Supply Officer | Āpiha Hoko

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Purchasing/supply officers buy or supply equipment, materials and services at the best price and quality for an organisation.

Saw Doctor | Kaiwhakatika Kani

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Saw doctors set and adjust sawmill saws and repair, grind and sharpen hand, band and circular saws.

Pet Groomer | Kaiwhakapaipai Mōkai

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Pet groomers clean, trim and shape the hair and nails of animals in salons, mobile grooming vans and pet shops.

Buyer | Kaihoko

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Buyers purchase goods to sell in warehouses, shops or department stores.

Psychologist | Kaimātai Hinengaro

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Psychologists diagnose, treat, and work to prevent a range of psychological problems that affect people's behaviour, thoughts and emotions. 

Sterilising Technician | Kaihangarau Whakahoromata

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Sterilising technicians clean, sterilise and package surgical instruments and other hospital equipment, soft goods and linen in a sterilisation unit.