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Filter search resultsMoving to New Zealand from the UK
… Cost of living in New Zealand Cost of living | Mercer Job opportunities New Zealand’s job market has been strong over recent years, with many … skill shortage list, you may still be able to find a job and get a visa. Job market & key industries Skill …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/ukInformation technology
… Green list The Green List | Immigration New Zealand Job sites to explore Job search | Seek - NZ's largest general job website Search for jobs | Trade Me - NZ’s most popular …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/information-technologyMoved by chance, stayed by choice.
… have made it worthwhile: Saeid has a permanent lecturing job at the University of Auckland and Mojdeh has set up New … would make a good place to live. “Then Saeid got a job offer from the Crown Research Institute Scion, in Rotorua. … to live; we wanted to live close to the city because of my job, and so we decided to move to Birkenhead. It’s …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/moved-by-chance-stayed-by-choiceConstruction Jobs
… Immigration New Zealand [nznow:register-block-1:a,b,c,d] Job sites to explore Seek - NZ's largest general job website Trade Me - N Z’s most popular website with a large job section More job websites Fact file In 2021 New Zealand’s …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/constructionEmployment rights
… Zealand Employee rights and obligations You must do your job competently and follow workplace health and safety … Even if you have already accepted a verbal offer for a job, you must sign a written agreement before you start work. … personal equipment (PPE) if it is needed for your job. For more information about your health and safety rights …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/employment-rightsSkilled and helping others to upskill
… armed with her new qualification, she set about finding a job. It didn’t take long. She was interviewed for a job with the Home Ownership Trust and on the same day she was … that was going to be too hard. What I really wanted was a job in Manukau, as it would be much closer to home. There was …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/skilled-and-helping-others-to-upskillAn extraordinary outdoor life
… come here. Her other aim was to get a more career focused job that meant she could stay here longer than one year. … visa, and she worked in a temporary adventure tourism job and travelled the country. At the end of that year, she got a job as the head of marketing at NZONE Skydive, and the …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/an-extraordinary-outdoor-lifeJust the right lifestyle
… ahead of the family to get accommodation and look for a job. Jackie and the kids packed up, sorted containers, … company prepared to hire someone without experience in the job and without New Zealand experience. Four years later he is in his third job but is happy in recruitment. Jackie says that, ironically …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/just-the-right-lifestyleAt home in Dunedin
… he says. His wife Chrissie Roodt was “head-hunted” for her job as head of nuclear medicine at Dunedin Hospital in 2009. … to study overseas when Chrissie was approached to fill a job vacancy that had been open for three years. “I really … “That first year was extremely difficult starting a new job in a new country all alone. That wasn’t easy. I was …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/at-home-in-dunedinBefore you apply
… Zealand’s employment market is growing steadily. There are job opportunities available across the board but some … needed. Green List occupations | Immigration New Zealand Job market & key industries Come for a visit It is often a … from Immigration New Zealand. We’ll send you relevant job opportunities from New Zealand employers, and practical …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/move-to-new-zealand/before-you-applyOrganise your thoughts clearly and analytically
… you show an analytical style of thinking in New Zealand job interviews. This means that you are able to give … questions during the interview. My one piece of advice to job candidates is STAR, STAR and STAR! To find out more about how to answer job interview questions, go to: Using the STAR technique | …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/finding-applying-for-jobs/succeeding-in-job-interviews/organise-your-thoughts-clearly-and-analyticallyPsychiatrist moves from UK to New Zealand
… now five, and Matilda, three. Chris had a high-pressure job as deputy principal of a large primary school, and Rachel … vulnerable groups in society. I had stopped enjoying my job because I didn’t feel I could deliver the kind of service … in about 24 months, and will then apply for a consultant job as a psychiatrist with Te Whatu Ora Waikato. Better …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/psychiatrist-moves-from-uk-to-new-zealandStructural Engineer moves from Philippines to New Zealand
… New Zealand (IPENZ). Still, it took a while to get a job – Neil found many employers wanted to hire a person with local experience. A contact told him about a job at civil and structural engineering company DBCon, and Neil got the job after a Skype interview. He arrived on a work visa in …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/structural-engineer-moves-from-philippines-to-new-zealandA breath of fresh air
… was so excited.” Hanson Huang still remembers the day the job offer arrived. “I knew it was going to be the turning … years. He had a good life there. A satisfying, well-paid job – he is a software developer, specialising in mobile … you need, right there. Don’t use other websites.” The job application process, which was intense and intensive. The …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-breath-of-fresh-airDrawn by the distance
… and in theory I should be able to get a visa with a job offer,” she explains. Enztec was the only company Anouk … Auckland to Christchurch to spend a day at the company. A job offer soon followed. Anouk began working at Enztec on a … began learning English when she was 13, adjusting to a new job while speaking a second language was challenging – …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/drawn-by-the-distanceIn love with the outdoors
… weeks later, he was on the phone being interviewed for a job at Marlborough Boys’ College, running the chemistry … to come here for two years but stayed for five, and job satisfaction had a lot to do with that. “You are treated … trusted as a professional, it makes it easier to do your job and that makes it more rewarding,” says Jeremy. “Being a …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/in-love-with-the-outdoorsFrom Ireland to Auckland - a seamless transition
… and after two days she had a Skype interview. The job was a great opportunity: being a project manager in the … on a working holiday visa. “I was really lucky to have my job secured, so that was a huge stress off my shoulders.” As a … employers. LinkedIn and Skype may have won Máire her dream job here, but other online services helped her settle in. …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/from-ireland-to-auckland-a-seamless-transitionOur NZ way of working
… To fit successfully into a job here you’ll need to be aware of those differences and … New Zealanders are known for simply getting on with the job and finding solutions. It’s a product of our relatively … judge you on your ability and what you achieve in your job, rather than your previous qualifications, experience or …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/our-nz-way-of-workingLong road to happiness
… who owned a motel – and afterwards Lorry offered her a job at a motel he was buying. She took on the work while … Southby from ANZ about sponsorship, Candy was offered a job as a personal banker. She left the motel and took that job in 2010, helping local Chinese with their banking. Candy …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/long-road-to-happinessMoving from Kiribati to Auckland through the Pacific Access Category
… able to stay with my aunt. It didn’t take long to find a job – two days after sending out an application I got a call … are now settled in Porirua and Ritia, who again found a job almost immediately, is working for BUPA Aged Care in … the sunshine, but we are renting a house and I like my job. BUPA are good to work for. I admit I struggled at first, …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/moving-from-kiribati-to-auckland-through-the-pacific-access-categoryTech opportunities in New Zealand
… as an enviable lifestyle, you’ll also find there are great job opportunities in various aspects of the tech industry in … New Zealand's Skill shortage lists. If you are offered a job which appears on a skill shortage list and you have the … people from overseas to help meet demand. But if your job is not on a shortage list, don’t be disheartened. There …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/techmigrantinfoFrom skiing to surfing
… for herself. She says she found this incredibly easy. “The job market is a lot less competitive than in North America. … and I was on a working holiday visa. I found my first job by looking on www.seek.co.nz. I was working as the … I was ready for something more challenging and I got a job with Cambridge Clothing, which sells men’s suits and …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/from-skiing-to-surfingOut of disaster comes opportunity
… in four days later. Martin’s qualification meant he got a job straight away with Fletcher EQR; the organisation was set … the September 2010 quake to repair damaged homes, but the job became much larger after the second quake. “I passed what … not easy, but that’s what you put up with to have a good job, a great lifestyle and a place that you love living in.” …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/out-of-disaster-comes-opportunityMoving from South Africa
… Cost of living in New Zealand Finding work New Zealand’s job market has been strong over recent years, driven by solid … by 1.8% and 1.3% in 2022 and 2023 respectively. 47,000 job opportunities a year The New Zealand government expects … countries - including South Africa. Skills in demand Job openings will grow for virtually every kind of work. But …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/south-africaSystems engineer moves from UK to Christchurch
… a Skilled Migrant Category visa meant Peter did not have a job when the family landed in Auckland in September 2012. … computer science meant he quickly got an interview, then a job offer. He works as a system engineer at Tait … customers worldwide. "I was particularly enticed by the job because it involved working with Tait products and …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/systems-engineer-moves-from-uk-to-christchurchDestiny calls
… and Greece, he said. As a teenager, working in a holiday job on the island of Lesvos, Antonios recalled Kiwi tourists … fast-tracked his visa in three weeks flat because he had a job to come to in Auckland. Māori and Pacific Island … me.” Back home in Greece, Dr Chasouris left a prestigious job as director of paediatric psychological services for the …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/destiny-callsNew Horizons, Open Spaces
… And Karien is very afraid of snakes!” Ian found most job opportunities were in Auckland, but they were keen to … the recruitment agency and two with Gallagher – Ian had a job. His work visa came after around a month, then they had … we can do gardening and grow our own vegetables.” Ian’s job involves analysing problems in animal management …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/new-horizons-open-spacesDiscovering Auckland's heritage and heart
… and historic preservation, Rebecca was well qualified for a job in Auckland Council’s heritage team. After a Skype interview and job offer, she landed here in January 2013. It was a pivotal … you arrive at least a week or two before you start your job. It takes a lot longer than you’d think to get your bank …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/discovering-aucklands-heritage-and-heartBuilding a good business: The Pacific Stonemason
… food on the table. “I remember I was 14 and I got my first job collecting coconuts – $5 for a week’s work. And I’ve … again, found work lawn mowing. But it was when he won a job with a stonemason that he spotted an opportunity. “I was … intensive. The satisfaction comes at the end, seeing a job well-done and knowing he’s leaving his customers happy. … …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-good-business-the-pacific-stonemasonBuilding a business and a life
… After graduating, Ying eventually found a full-time job with Koves Plastics Industries as a process improvement … in New Zealand.” When Ying was first struggling to find a job after graduation, she had the idea of creating a … from back home in Thailand.” Despite having a full-time job and running a business, Ying still insists work-life …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-business-and-a-lifeBuilding a new life & a new city
… later held interviews in Dublin. Martin was offered a job in Christchurch and, with the help of an immigration … your employer, and learning it from your colleagues. His job involves a combination of office and site work, assessing … if you have kids. Do some research about the company or job you are coming to. Research the cost of living – how will …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-new-life-a-new-cityAn international family
… made it out here” says Terry. He has just started a new job outside of the military, as a civilian with the New … works for Study Link as a processing officer. He got the job within a couple of weeks of arriving, after giving his CV to a few job agencies and getting interviews a week later. He’s now …www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/an-international-family