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Interpreter

Kaiwhakawhiti Reo ā-Waha

Interpreters convert what people say from one language into another.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 3 years

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Interpreters working for a language service provider usually earn
$35-$80 per hour

Self-employed interpreters usually earn
$80-$140 per hour

Counsellor

Kaitohutohu

Counsellors help people to deal with challenges and manage their emotions, thoughts and behaviour.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 3-5 years

Social and community services

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Counsellors usually earn
$55K-$94K per year

Counsellors can earn
$48K-$115K per year

Property Manager

Kaiwhakahaere Papa Whenua

Property managers look after the daily running of residential or commercial properties.

Job opportunities: Good

Construction and infrastructure
Services industries

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Property managers with up to three years' experience usually earn
$56K-$82K per year

Property managers with more than three years' experience can earn
$82K-$122K per year

Fire Engineer

Mataaro Ārai Ahi

Fire engineers plan and design safety features that detect, control or reduce fire and smoke in buildings and structures. They also analyse how fire behaves and how safety features perform in fire.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 6 years

Construction and infrastructure

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New fire engineers usually earn
$70K-$90K per year

Senior fire engineers who work as team leaders usually earn
$120K-$180K per year

Accountant

Kaikaute Pūtea

Accountants provide accounting services to companies, organisations and individuals. They prepare financial statements and forms, and advise clients on financial aspects of business.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 2-6 years

Services industries

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Accountants with under 6 years' experience earn a median salary of
$81K per year

Accountants with over 20 years' experience earn a median salary of
$165K per year

Sports Coach/Official

Pouako/Kātipa Hākinakina

Sports coaches/officials coach and instruct athletes, and are the officials in charge of sporting events.

Job opportunities: Poor

Training usually required: >1 year

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Coaches can earn
$49K-$80K per year

Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator

Kaiwhakamahi Whakapai Wai (Paru)

Water/wastewater treatment operators run water and wastewater treatment plants. They treat water so that it is acceptable to drink. They also control the disposal of sewage and industrial wastewater.