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Marine Biologist

Kaimātai Koiora Moana

Marine biologists study animals and plants that live in the sea and freshwater, and how they interact with their surroundings.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 5-9 years

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Marine Biologists at Crown research agencies can earn
$71K- $177K per year

Marine biologists at universities can earn
$58K- $198K per year

Biotechnologist

Ringa Hangarau Koiora

Biotechnologists use their knowledge of living things to develop new animal or plant products such as medicines and pest-resistant crops.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 3-5 years

Manufacturing and technology
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Biotechnologists usually earn
$49K-$75K per year

Senior biotechnologists with PhDs usually earn
$76K-$130K per year

Cafe Worker

Kaimahi Toa Kawhe

Cafe workers prepare, serve and sell food and drinks to customers at delicatessens, cafes, canteens and takeaway bars.

Job opportunities: Good

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Cafe workers usually earn
$24-$30 per hour

Helicopter Pilot

Kaiwhakarere Toparere

Helicopter pilots fly helicopters to transport goods, people including photographers, spread fertiliser, spray crops, lift items into difficult sites and provide air rescue and ambulance services.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: <2 years

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New helicopter pilots often work part time.

Helicopter pilots with over 3 years’ experience usually earn
$55K-$200K per year

Judge

Kaiwhakawā

Judges listen to court cases and make decisions on matters of law.

Job opportunities: Poor

Training usually required: 11 years

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Judges usually earn
$370K-$578K per year

Street/Park Cleaner

Kaitahitahi Papa Rēhia/Huarahi

Street/park cleaners clean and maintain public areas such as streets, parks and buildings.

Job opportunities: Poor

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Street/park cleaners usually earn
$24-$26 per hour

Upholsterer

Kaiwhakapaipai Uhinga Waka

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

Job opportunities: Average

Manufacturing and technology
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Trainee upholsterers usually earn
$49K-$50K per year

Qualified upholsterers usually earn
$50K-$62K per year

Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage)

Kaitohu (Kiriata, Pouaka Whakaata, Irirangi, Whakaari rānei)

Directors instruct cast and crew and oversee the artistic and production aspects of film, television, radio or stage creations.

Job opportunities: Poor

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Pay rates for directors vary depending on your ability, experience, and what type of work you do.

Private Teacher/Tutor

Kaiako Whaiaro

Private teachers/tutors teach a specific skill or subject to individuals or small groups of children or adults.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 0-3 years

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Private teachers/tutors who work for a company usually earn
$28-$39 per hour

Qualified self-employed private teachers/tutors usually earn
$60-$80 per hour

Dentist

Ngaio Niho

Dentists study and treat diseases, injuries and problems of the mouth, teeth, gums and jaw. They also educate patients on how to avoid oral health problems.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 5 years

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Dentists can earn
$129K-$254K per year

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