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Train Driver

Kaitaraiwa Rerewhenua

Train drivers drive passenger or freight trains. They may shift (shunt) carriages and wagons using trains or remote controls.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 1 year

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Train drivers usually earn
$45-$57 per hour

Train drivers can earn
$37-$62 per hour

Stevedore

Kaimahi Taunga Waka

Stevedores operate a variety of heavy machinery to load, unload, tally and stow the cargo of a ship.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 1 year

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New stevedores usually earn
$49K-$80K per year

Stevedores in a supervisory role usually earn
$80K-$130K per year

Carpet Cleaner

Kaiwhakapai Whāriki

Carpet cleaners clean carpets, floors and upholstery, and may dry and clean carpets after floods.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: <1 year

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Carpet cleaners usually earn
$24-$30 per hour

Cleaner

Kaihoroi Whare

Cleaners clean offices, factories, shops, public buildings, schools, private homes and aircraft.

Job opportunities: Good

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Cleaners usually earn
$24-$30 per hour

Locksmith

Kaimahi Raka

Locksmiths install, maintain and replace locks, keys, safes, electronic locking devices and access control systems for buildings and vehicles. They may also install and repair security systems.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 3 years

Construction and infrastructure
Services industries
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Locksmiths with one to three years' experience usually earn
$24-$25 per hour

Qualified locksmiths with more than three years’ experience usually earn
$25-$29 per hour

Sewing Machinist

Kaiwhakamahi Pūrere Tuitui

Sewing machinists stitch together clothing, canvas for tents and awnings, and soft furnishings.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: <1 year

Manufacturing and technology
Creative industries

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Sewing machinists usually earn
$24-$25 per hour

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.