Kaimātai Aro Whenua
Geologists study Earth processes, such as earthquakes, floods and volcanic eruptions, to predict future events. They also advise on natural hazards and how to develop or use the Earth's land and resources.
Geologists can earn
$90K-$180K per year
Kaihangarau Āwhina Hangarau Pārongo
Information technology (IT) helpdesk/support technicians set up computer and IT equipment and identify and fix hardware and software problems
IT helpdesk/support technicians usually earn
$59K-$97K per year
IT helpdesk/support technicians can earn
$49K-$131K per year
Kaihangarau Patu Orotā
Pest control technicians identify and remove pests, such as insects, rats and mice, from buildings and properties.
Pest control technicians usually earn
$24-$34 per hour
Kaihangarau Kirihou
Plastics technicians set up, adjust, maintain and repair machines that manufacture plastic products.
Plastics technicians with less than four years’ experience usually earn
$24-$25 per hour
Plastics technicians with four or more years' experience usually earn
$25-$34 per hour
Kaikuti Hipi
Shearers with one to three years’ experience usually earn
$49K-$65K per year
Shearers with more than three years’ experience usually earn
$65K-$130K per year
Kaipūtaiao Taiwhanga Rongoā
Medical laboratory scientists carry out laboratory tests on blood, tissues and other samples taken from patients.
Medical laboratory scientists usually earn
$52K-$73K per year
Senior medical laboratory scientists can earn
$77K-$106K per year
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.
Forensic senior scientists can earn
$106K-$127K per year
Forensic senior science leaders can earn
$121K-$142K per year
Kaihangarau Take Pūhiko
Electrical engineering technicians interpret the designs and technical instructions of electrical engineers, then ensure they are accurately carried out. They also develop, install, test and maintain equipment that produces, transmits or uses power.
New electrical engineering technicians usually earn
$24-$27 per hour
Senior electrical engineering technicians usually earn
$34-$43 per hour
Kaitohutohu Whakamarumaru
Security consultants identify security weakness in information technology (IT), advise on IT security, and design IT security systems.
Security consultants usually earn
$120K-$200K per year
Security managers and chief security officers can earn
$180K-$500K per year
Kaitohutohu Whakahaere
Management consultants work with organisations to solve problems and recommend improvements to strengthen business performance.
Management consultants with up to four years' experience usually earn
$61K-$71K per year
Management consultants with over four years' experience can earn
$66K-$102K per year
