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Mechanical Engineering Technician

Kaihangarau Take Pūkaha

Mechanical engineering technicians help mechanical engineers design, develop, test and manufacture mechanical devices, including tools, engines and machines.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 2-4 years

Manufacturing and technology

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Entry-level mechanical engineering technicians usually earn
$49K-$65K per year

Mechanical engineering technicians in managerial roles usually earn
$85K-$140K per year

Software Developer

Kaihanga Pūmanawa Rorohiko

Software developers create and maintain computer software, websites and software applications (apps).

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 1-3 years

Manufacturing and technology

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Software developers usually earn
$85K- $139K per year

Software developers can earn
$60K-$172K per year

Chemical Engineer

Mataaro Matū

Chemical engineers design, develop and operate equipment and processes used to manufacture chemicals and products.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 3-4 years

Manufacturing and technology

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Chemical engineers usually earn
$87K-158K per year

Chemical engineers can earn
$62K-$210K per year

Environmental Scientist

Kaipūtaiao Ao Tūroa

Environmental scientists study human effects on the environment such as climate change, pollution and loss of biodiversity. They also advise on how to avoid or reduce these harmful effects.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 3-9 years

Primary industries
Social and community services

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Environmental scientists usually earn
$76K-$129K per year

Environmental scientists can earn
$55K-$163K per year

Film/Television Camera Operator

Kaitango Whakaahua Whitiāhua/Pouaka Whakaata

Film and television camera operators use digital and film cameras to record events and scenes for television, movies and videos.

Job opportunities: Poor

Creative industries

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New film/television camera operators usually earn
$30-$50 per hour

Experienced film/television camera operators usually earn
$64-$120 per hour

Sound Technician

Kaihangarau Oro

Sound technicians operate and maintain the equipment used to record, mix and amplify sound for radio, film, television, music and events.

Job opportunities: Poor

Creative industries

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Sound technicians usually earn
$49K-$80K per year

Metal Worker

Kaimahi Maitai

Metal workers make patterns and moulds for metal castings, heat and hammer metal into shape, and repair metal parts and equipment.

Job opportunities: Poor

Training usually required: 4 years

Construction and infrastructure
Manufacturing and technology

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Metal workers usually earn
$24-$29 per hour

Mechanical engineers design and give advice on the building and repair of machines and tools. They also investigate problems and faults with machinery, and study ways to improve manufacturing and energy production.