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Forensic Scientist

Kaipūtaiao Taihara

Forensic scientists apply scientific knowledge and skills to investigate crimes and help the police find or eliminate crime suspects. They may research developing or improving forensic techniques.

Job opportunities: Poor

Training usually required: 4-5 years

Manufacturing and technology
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Forensic senior scientists can earn
$106K-$127K per year

Forensic senior science leaders can earn
$121K-$142K per year

Navy Officer

Āpiha Tauā Moana

Navy officers train navy sailors, manage field exercises and lead sailors in combat, peacekeeping missions, border patrols and disaster relief.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: <1 year

Services industries
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Navy officers usually earn
$68K-$142K per year

Roading Construction Worker

Kaimahi Hanga Rori

Roading construction workers make surfaces such as roads, airport runways and driveways, and control traffic around road construction sites.

Job opportunities: Good

Construction and infrastructure

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Roading construction workers usually earn
$24 per hour

Roading leading hands and forepeople can earn up to
$85,000 a year.

Intelligence Officer

Āpiha Matataua

Intelligence officers collect and analyse information on people, places and events that may be a threat to businesses or national and international security.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 1-3 years

Services industries
Social and community services

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Intelligence officers usually earn
$71K-$86K per year

Senior intelligence officers can earn
$83K-$170K per year

Case Manager

Kaiwhakahaere Kēhi

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

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: <1 year

Social and community services

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Case managers usually earn
$60K-$80K per year

Building surveyors inspect plans and building constructions to see if buildings are, or will be, built correctly. They may also issue certificates, write reports and help owners and potential buyers with construction problems and solutions.