AI Career Graph
Explore careers by salary, PR pathway, training time, job demand, and AI replacement risk.
258+ careers
11 career categories
Salary / PR / training / demand
New Zealand
🧭 The AI-era career map
Not every job will be replaced by AI. More precisely, AI rewrites the task structure of every job: some roles get compressed, some amplified, and some stay resilient thanks to licensing, on-site work, care relationships and public responsibility. We group occupations into 6 clusters to help you judge where your job risk is, what to build in the next 5 years, and which more durable roles you can pivot to.
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Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $106,000~$128,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor of Nursing 3 years
Water Resources Engineer Water Resources Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $120,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Plumber Plumber (General)
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 4 years + Diploma 1-2 years
Geotechnical engineer Geotechnical Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Project Engineer Project Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$170,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Power Line Worker Electrical Linesperson
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · NZ Certificate in Electrical Engineering - Power Line Mechanic 3-4 years + on-the-job apprenticeship 3-4 years
Best high-income careers
General Practitioner
General Medical Practitioner
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $200,000~$300,000
🎓 Training · medical bachelor's degree 5-6 years + residency training 2 years
Pilot Airline Pilot
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $150,000~$250,000
🎓 Training · Airline Transport Pilot License course 2 years + Aviation Management Bachelor's degree 3 years
Dentist Dentist
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $150,000~$220,000
🎓 Training · Undergraduate foundation 1 year + Bachelor of Dental Surgery 5 years
Actuary Actuary
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $140,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate diploma 1 year
Finance broker (mortgage broking direction) Finance Broker
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor in Finance or Commerce 3 years
Solicitor (lawyer) Solicitor
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $140,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor of Laws 4 years + Legal Practice Course 1 year
Fastest entry careers
Migration agent (registered migration agent)
Migration Agent
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Workshops and exam preparation 6 months
Personal Care Worker Personal Care Worker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Certificate IV 1 year
Truck driver Truck Driver (General)
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship on-the-job training 1 year
Meat processing worker Meat Process Worker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandHigh AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Certificate 1 year
Transport/station officer Transport / Station Officer
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Traffic Operations Certificate (1 year)
Security personnel Security Officer
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 1 year
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Agricultural technician / agronomist
Agricultural Technician
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · NZ Certificate 1 year + Agricultural Technology Diploma 2 years
Arborist / Forestry Worker Arborist / Forestry Worker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand National Certificate 1-2 years + New Zealand National Diploma 2 years
Meat processing worker Meat Process Worker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandHigh AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Certificate 1 year
Farm manager Farm Manager
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand National Certificate Level 4, 1 year + Agricultural Diploma or Bachelor's degree, 2-3 years
Aquaculture worker Aquaculture Worker
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Certificate Level 3 (1 year) + Apprenticeship (2-3 years)
Viticulture Worker Viticulture Worker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Diploma in Wine Science 2 years
Landscaper / Gardener Landscaper
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Certificate 1 year + Diploma 2 years
Park ranger Park Ranger
Employer-sponsoredLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$85,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + diploma certificate 1-2 years
Water treatment operator Water Treatment Operator
PR pathwayEasier PRLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · National Certificate 1 year + Relevant Qualification 2-3 years
Environmental Consultant Environmental Consultant
PR pathwayEasier PRLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3-4 years + Master's 1-2 years.
Registered accountant Accountant (General)
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + Master's 1-1.5 years
Auditor External Auditor
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandMed AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3-4 years + Master's 1-2 years.
Tax Consultant Tax Accountant
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Financial analyst Financial Investment Advisers and Managers nec
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Actuary Actuary
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $140,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate diploma 1 year
Finance broker (mortgage broking direction) Finance Broker
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor in Finance or Commerce 3 years
Management Consultant Management Consultant
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Human resources manager Human Resource Manager
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + Master's 1.5 years
Supply chain manager Supply and Distribution Manager
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + postgraduate diploma (1 year)
Procurement Manager Procurement Manager
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$170,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's degree 1–2 years
Training and development manager Training and Development Manager
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Solicitor (lawyer) Solicitor
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $140,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor of Laws 4 years + Legal Practice Course 1 year
Migration agent (registered migration agent) Migration Agent
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Workshops and exam preparation 6 months
Conveyancer (property title specialist) Legal Professionals nec
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor of Laws (4 years) + Graduate Diploma in Law (1 year)
Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary Legal Secretary
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Certificate diploma 1 year + Bachelor's 3 years
Customs Officer/Border Protection Officer Customs Officer
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Related bachelor's degree 3 years
Real estate agent / Property manager Real Estate Agent / Property Manager
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + vocational training 1 year
Contracts Administrator Contract Administrator
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate diploma 1 year
Facilities manager Facilities Manager
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate diploma 1 year
Project Manager Project Manager
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's degree 1–2 years
Procurement Officer Procurement Officer
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Compliance officer Compliance Officer
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Insurance broker Insurance Broker
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor degree 3 years + Vocational training diploma 1 year
Credit analyst Credit Analyst
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor of Finance and Accounting 3 years + Master of Finance 1-1.5 years
Land and Property Valuer Property Valuer
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's certification program 1-2 years
Employee Relations Officer Industrial Relations Officer
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + postgraduate diploma (1 year)
Urban Planner Urban Planner
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 4 years + master's degree 1.5-2 years
Statistician Statistician
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Occupational Health and Safety Officer WHS Officer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 2 years + Bachelor's 3 years
Records Manager Records Manager
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + Master's 1.5 years
Court Stenographer Court Reporter
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Certificate diploma 1 year + Bachelor's 3 years
General Clerk General Clerk
High AI risk
Senior pay $55,000~$65,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 2 years
Office Manager Office Manager
Med AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + diploma 2 years
Management Consultant Management Consultant
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's degree 1–2 years
Human resources manager Human Resource Manager
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + Master's 1.5 years
Policy analyst Policy Analyst
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's degree 1-2 years
Bookkeeper Bookkeeper
Employer-sponsoredHigh AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand National Certificate in Accounting 1 year + New Zealand Diploma in Accounting 2 years
Bank Teller Bank Worker
High AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Pre-university 1 year + diploma certificate 1 year
Credit Officer Credit and Loans Officer
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + Master's 1-1.5 years
Licensed financial adviser Financial Adviser
High AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + graduate diploma or master's 1-2 years.
Owners Corporation Manager Strata Manager
Low AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + property manager certificate or diploma 1 year
Buyer's Agent Buyer's Agent
Med AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Pre-registration training 8 weeks
Receptionist Receptionist
High AI risk
Senior pay $59,000~$68,000
🎓 Training · High school, none
Payroll clerk Payroll Clerk
Med AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Diploma in Payroll 1 year + Bachelor of Business 3 years
Industrial Designer Industrial Designer
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3-4 years + Master's 1.5-2 years
Graphic designer Graphic Designer
PR pathwayHigh AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + postgraduate diploma or master's 1-2 years
Photographer Photographer
PR pathwayHigh AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Vocational certificate 1 year + diploma 2 years
Video producer / editor Video Producer
PR pathwayHigh AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + Diploma/Certificate 1-2 years
Marketing Manager Marketing Manager
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $105,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + postgraduate diploma (1 year)
Journalist Journalist
PR pathwayHigh AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate diploma/Master's 1-2 years
Interior Designer Interior Designer
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Animator / Game Designer Animator
PR pathwayHigh AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + diploma or certificate 1-2 years
Barber / Beauty Therapist Hairdresser / Beauty Therapist
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $60,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand National Certificate 2 years + Hairdressing and Beauty Diploma 1 year
Interpreter Interpreter
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Interpreting diploma or bachelor's degree 1-3 years + certification course 1 year
Pet groomer Pet Groomer
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 1-2 years
Funeral Celebrant Funeral Director
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Graduate Diploma in Funeral Direction 1 year + Diploma in Funeral Services 2 years.
Commercial Cleaning Commercial Cleaner
Employer-sponsoredHigh AI risk
Senior pay $48,000~$55,000
🎓 Training · No education requirement 0
Painter (visual arts) Painter (Visual Arts)
Med AI risk
Senior pay $60,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + postgraduate diploma or master's 1-2 years
Musician (instrumental) Musician (Instrumental)
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3-4 years + graduate diploma or master's 1-2 years
Singer Singer
Med AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 1-2 years + Bachelor's degree 3 years
Dance instructor (private teaching) Dance Teacher (Private Tuition)
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Diploma in Dance 1-2 years + Bachelor of Dance 3 years
Fitness instructor Fitness Instructor
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 1-2 years
Yoga instructor Yoga Instructor
Low AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Advanced Training 1 year
Swimming instructor Swimming Coach or Instructor
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Swimming Coach Certification Course 1-2 years + relevant diploma 2 years
Driving instructor Driving Instructor
Low AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · 1 year of on-the-job practice
Outdoor Adventure Coach Outdoor Adventure Instructor
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 1–2 years + Bachelor's 3 years
Sports Coach Sports Coach or Instructor
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Certificate or diploma 1 year + associate or bachelor's degree 2-3 years
Psychologist (Clinical Psychologist) Clinical Psychologist
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's in Psychology (4 years) + Master's/PhD in Clinical Psychology (2-4 years)
Secondary school teachers Secondary School Teacher
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate Diploma in Education 1 year
Early childhood teacher (early childhood educator) Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate diploma 1 year
University lecturer University Lecturer
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Doctorate: 3-4 years + Master's: 1-2 years
Social Worker Social Worker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 2 years
Firefighter Firefighter
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Senior police officer training 1 year
Police Officer Police Officer
High demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years
Security personnel Security Officer
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 1 year
Early childhood educator Child Care Worker
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $60,000~$75,000
🎓 Training · National Certificate 1 year + National Diploma 2 years
Teaching assistant Teacher Aide
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $60,000~$70,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Certificate (1 year) + Early Childhood Education Diploma (1-2 years)
Special education teacher Special Education Teacher
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
ESL English Teacher ESL Teacher
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's degree 1.5 years
Vocational education and training teacher Vocational Education Trainer
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + postgraduate diploma (1 year)
Community services worker Community Services Worker
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $72,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Social Services undergraduate diploma 2-3 years + Community Service work certificate 1 year
Librarian Librarian
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + postgraduate diploma (1 year)
Primary school teacher Primary School Teacher
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $82,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3-4 years) + Master of Teaching (1-1.5 years)
Civil Engineer Civil Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor of Engineering 4 years + Graduate Diploma or Master's in Engineering 1-2 years
Electrical Engineer Electrical Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Graduate Diploma/Master's 1-2 years
Mining Engineer Mining Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $130,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor of Engineering 4 years + Master of Engineering 1-2 years
Architect Architect
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 5 years + Master's 2 years
Environmental engineer Environmental Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Chemical Engineer Chemical Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Food Technologist Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's degree 1–2 years
Surveyor / Building Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor Land Surveyor / Building Surveyor
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3-4 years + graduate diploma 1 year
Architectural drafter Architectural Draftsperson
PR pathwayEasier PRMed AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Qualifications Framework level diploma 2 years + bachelor's degree 3-4 years
Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveyor
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $110,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3-4 years + Diploma 2-3 years
Building Inspector Building Inspector
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Construction management or related diploma (2 years) + bachelor's degree in construction (3 years)
Instrumentation Technician Instrumentation Technician
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 2 years + Bachelor's 3 years
Electronics technician Electronics Technician
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 2 years + bachelor's degree 3 years
Structural Engineer Structural Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $120,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Geotechnical engineer Geotechnical Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Water Resources Engineer Water Resources Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $120,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Process Engineer Process Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Fire safety engineer Fire Safety Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Project Engineer Project Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$170,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Quality Engineer Quality Engineer
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$125,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + postgraduate diploma or master's 1-2 years
Engineering Manager Engineering Manager
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $150,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Building Automation Technician Building Automation Technician
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand national certification 2 years + electrical engineering or related bachelor's 3 years
Production Manager (Manufacturing) Production Manager (Manufacturing)
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$170,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's diploma 1.5 years
Telecommunications Engineer Telecommunications Engineer
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 4 years + Master's degree 1-2 years
Government administrative officer Public Servant / Government Administration Officer
Med AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + Master's 1-2 years
Government Customer Service Officer Government Customer Service Officer
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$85,000
🎓 Training · High school not required
Local council officer Local Council Officer
Low AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · High school diploma or above (3 years) + Diploma (2 years)
Government project officer Program / Project Officer (Government)
Med AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's degree 1–2 years
Child Protection Commissioner Child Protection Officer / Caseworker
Employer-sponsoredLow AI risk
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 4 years + Master's diploma 2 years
Correctional Officer (Prison Guard) Correctional Officer
Low AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand high school diploma or equivalent, 3 years
Housing Officer Housing Officer
Low AI risk
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Diploma or bachelor's degree 1-3 years
University administrator University Administrator
Low AI risk
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's degree 1–2 years
Funding officer Grants Officer
Employer-sponsoredLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree: 3 years + Graduate diploma or master's: 1-2 years
Election Officer Electoral Officer
Low AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate diploma 1 year
Court Clerk / Registrar Court Clerk / Registry Officer
High AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$85,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years
Health information manager Health Information Manager
Med AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$105,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor of Health Information Management 3 years + Graduate Diploma in Health Information Management 1 year
Hospital Administration Officer Hospital Administration Officer
Employer-sponsoredMed AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $68,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Diploma 1-2 years + Bachelor's degree 3 years
Environmental health officer Environmental Health Officer
Employer-sponsoredLow AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years
Transport/station officer Transport / Station Officer
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Traffic Operations Certificate (1 year)
Registered Nurse Registered Nurse
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $106,000~$128,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor of Nursing 3 years
Registered Nurse (Medical) Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years
General Practitioner General Medical Practitioner
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $200,000~$300,000
🎓 Training · medical bachelor's degree 5-6 years + residency training 2 years
Dentist Dentist
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $150,000~$220,000
🎓 Training · Undergraduate foundation 1 year + Bachelor of Dental Surgery 5 years
Pharmacist Pharmacist
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Undergraduate 4 years + postgraduate 1-2 years
Veterinarian Veterinarian
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $110,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 5 years + master's specialist training 1-3 years
Physiotherapist Physiotherapist
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + postgraduate diploma master's 2 years
Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapist
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$105,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 2 years
Radiographer Medical Diagnostic Radiographer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree: 4 years + Graduate diploma: 1 year
Optometrist Optometrist
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 4 years
Dietitian Dietitian
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 2 years
Paramedic/Emergency Medical Officer Ambulance Officer and Paramedic
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Paramedic diploma 2 years + Emergency bachelor degree 3 years
Midwife Midwife
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$125,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 2 years
Aged care worker Aged Care Worker
High demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $55,000~$65,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Diploma or equivalent (2 years) + New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (6-12 months)
Disability support worker Disability Support Worker
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (1 year) + New Zealand Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (2 years)
Speech Pathologist Speech Pathologist
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $91,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 2 years
Sonographer Sonographer
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + graduate diploma 2 years
Radiation therapist Radiation Therapist
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $110,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · 4-year Bachelor's + 2-year Master's program
Enrolled Nurse Enrolled Nurse
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $78,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Enrolled nurse diploma 18-24 months + bachelor's degree to become a registered nurse 3 years
Dental Therapist Dental Therapist
PR pathwayEasier PRLow AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate diploma 1 year
Podiatrist Podiatrist
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1-2 years
Chiropractor Chiropractor
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Five-year bachelor's degree
Medical laboratory scientist Medical Laboratory Scientist
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 4 years.
Massage Therapist Massage Therapist
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 1-2 years + Bachelor's degree 3 years
Personal Care Worker Personal Care Worker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Certificate IV 1 year
Medical receptionist Medical Receptionist
Low AI risk
Senior pay $55,000~$65,000
🎓 Training · High school diploma or equivalent 0-1 year + medical administration diploma 1-2 years.
Medical and welfare services manager Health and Welfare Services Manager
Employer-sponsoredHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $150,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's degree 1.5 years
Clinic Manager Practice Manager
Employer-sponsoredLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Associate degree or bachelor's degree 2-3 years
Dental assistant Dental Assistant
Low AI risk
Senior pay $55,000~$65,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 1-2 years
Medical Technician Medical Technician
Low AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$85,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand certificate or diploma 1-2 years
Counsellor / Psychotherapist Counsellor
Employer-sponsoredLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + Master's 2 years
NDIS Support Coordinator (Australia) NDIS Support Coordinator
Med AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $0
🎓 Training · No relevant local requirements N/A
Behaviour Support Practitioner Behaviour Support Practitioner
Low AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's in psychology or related field 3 years + Graduate Diploma in Behavior Support 1 year
NDIS plan administrator NDIS Plan Manager
High AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$85,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 1-2 years + Bachelor's degree 3 years
Local coordinator Local Area Coordinator (NDIS)
Low AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$75,000
🎓 Training · 2-3 years of associate degree or bachelor's in related field
Home care package coordinator Home Care Package Coordinator
Employer-sponsoredLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$75,000
🎓 Training · Diploma in Health Management 1-2 years
Aboriginal Health Worker (New Zealand) Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health Worker
Low AI risk
Senior pay $62,000~$75,000
🎓 Training · Health science diploma 1 year + Health science bachelor's 3 years
Dietitian Nutritionist
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Mental health nurse Mental Health Nurse
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $94,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor of Nursing 3 years
Operating Theatre Technician Surgical Technician
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $78,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Diploma in Operating Room Technology (2 years)
Cook / Chef Chef
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand National Certificate in Cookery 1-2 years + New Zealand National Diploma in Cookery 1-2 years
Cafe or restaurant manager Cafe or Restaurant Manager
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Diploma in Food and Beverage Management 1 year + Bachelor in Management 3 years
Hotel or motel manager Hotel or Motel Manager
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Diploma in Hospitality Management 2 years + Bachelor in Hospitality Management 3 years
Barista / café manager Cafe Worker
Employer-sponsoredHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Certificate Diploma 1 year + Associate Degree 2 years
Tour Guide / Travel Consultant Tour Guide
Med AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Associate degree 2 years + bachelor's degree 3 years
Event planner / Meeting and event organizer Conference and Event Organiser
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate diploma/Master's 1-2 years
Bartender / Bar Manager Bar Attendant
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Hospitality management diploma 1-2 years + hospitality management bachelor's 3 years
Flight attendant Flight Attendant
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand diploma 1-2 years
Retail Sales Assistant Sales Assistant (General)
Med AI risk
Senior pay $55,000~$70,000
🎓 Training · Retail certificate 1 year
Retail Manager Retail Manager (General)
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + postgraduate diploma (1 year)
Kitchen hand Kitchenhand
Low AI risk
Senior pay $42,000~$50,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Cookery Certificate 1 year + New Zealand Cookery Diploma 2 years
Chef Cook
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand National Certificate level 1 year + New Zealand Cookery Diploma level 2 years
Baker/Pastry Chef Baker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $60,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Short-term training course 1 year + Baking diploma 2 years.
Retail Supervisor Retail Supervisor
Low AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · High school diploma 3 years + New Zealand Retail Management Certificate 1 year
Software engineer Software Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3-4 years + Master's 1.5-2 years
Cybersecurity Engineer ICT Security Specialist
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's program 1-2 years
Cloud Computing Engineer Computer Network and Systems Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandMed AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Graduate diploma 1 year
Machine Learning Engineer Machine Learning Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $140,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's degree 1–2 years
DevOps Engineer ICT Developers and Programmers nec
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $130,000~$170,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + postgraduate diploma or master's 1-2 years
ICT Business Analyst / Data Analyst ICT Business Analyst
PR pathwayHigh demandMed AI risk
Senior pay $105,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
IT Project Manager ICT Managers
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $135,000~$170,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
UI/UX designer Web Designer
PR pathwayMed AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Web designer Web Designer
PR pathwayHigh AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 1-2 years + Bachelor's Degree 3 years
Network Engineer Network Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3 years + Master's diploma 1-2 years
Database administrator Database Administrator
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$160,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 3 years + graduate diploma or master's 1-2 years.
Information technology support technician ICT Support Technician
PR pathwayHigh demandMed AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 1-2 years + Bachelor's degree 3 years
ERP Consultant ERP Consultant
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's 4 years + Master's 1.5 years
Business Intelligence Analyst BI Analyst
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Mobile application developer Mobile Developer
PR pathwayHigh demandMed AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's in Computer Science or Software Engineering (3 years) + online bootcamp or short course (6-12 months)
IT Project Coordinator IT Project Coordinator
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Web Development Web Developer
PR pathwayHigh demandMed AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$140,000
🎓 Training · University bachelor's 3 years + polytechnic diploma 2 years
ICT Business Development Manager ICT Business Development Manager
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $130,000~$180,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 3-4 years + Graduate diploma/certificate 1-2 years.
Test Engineer QA Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $120,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + Master's (1-2 years).
Electrician Electrician
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $95,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Electrician apprenticeship (3-4 years)
Air Conditioning Technician Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 3-4 years + diploma 2 years
Welder Welder (First Class)
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $75,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Level 4 Welding Certificate 2 years + New Zealand Apprenticeship 3-4 years
Plumber Plumber (General)
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 4 years + Diploma 1-2 years
Formwork carpenter Formwork Carpenter
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $80,000~$105,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 3-4 years + certificate course 1-2 years
Bricklayer Bricklayer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Short courses or apprenticeship 3-4 years
Painter Painter and Decorator
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 3-4 years + Certificate course 6-12 months
roof plumber Roof Plumber
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 3-4 years
Automotive Mechanic Motor Mechanic (General)
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · apprenticeship preparatory training 1 year + certificate course 2 years
Diesel mechanic Diesel Motor Mechanic
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $80,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Certificate course 4 years + preparatory training program 1-2 years
Sheet Metal Worker Sheetmetal Trades Worker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Certificate Level 4 (4 years) + New Zealand Panel Beater Apprenticeship (4 years)
Crane Operator Crane, Hoist and Lift Operator
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Crane operation course 6-12 months + on-the-job apprenticeship 1-2 years
Forklift operator Forklift Driver
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$75,000
🎓 Training · Pre-employment training 1-2 weeks
Truck driver Truck Driver (General)
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship on-the-job training 1 year
Train driver Train and Tram Driver
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Onboarding training and internship for 6-12 months
Construction project manager Construction Project Manager
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $140,000~$200,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree 4 years + Master's degree 1-2 years
Rebar/steel fixer Steel Fixer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand certificate level 1-2 years
Scaffolder Scaffolder
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 3 years + Advanced Certificate 1 year
Rigger/dogman Construction Rigger
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 3-4 years + advanced certificate/diploma 1-2 years
Concrete Worker Concreter
Employer-sponsoredHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 3-4 years
Plasterer Plasterer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 4 years
Tiler Wall and Floor Tiler
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 3-4 years + pre-training certificate 1 year
Glazier Glazier
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Certificate 1-2 years + on-job training 3-4 years
Floor layer Floor Finisher
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$85,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 3-4 years + certificate course 1-2 years
Gas Fitter/Gas Pipe Layer Gas Fitter
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Gasfitter certificate 4 years + Gas appliance servicer 1 year
Fire protection pipefitter Fire Protection Plumber
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship foundation course 1 year + NZ Certificate in Fire Protection 3-4 years
Solar panel installer Solar Panel Installer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · New Zealand Level 4 certificate 4 years + Electrical Engineering diploma 2 years.
Wind turbine technician Wind Turbine Technician
Employer-sponsoredHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Associate degree 2 years + electrical apprenticeship 4 years
Power Line Worker Electrical Linesperson
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · NZ Certificate in Electrical Engineering - Power Line Mechanic 3-4 years + on-the-job apprenticeship 3-4 years
Boilermaker Boilermaker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 4 years + New Zealand Qualifications Framework Level Certificate 1-2 years
Tool and Die Maker Toolmaker
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $80,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship (4 years) + Marketing level certificate (2 years)
Precision metal processing technician (CNC operator) Precision Metal Trades Worker
PR pathwayHigh AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Certificate 1 year + Diploma 2 years
Mechanical services and air-conditioning plumbers Mechanical Services and Air Conditioning Plumber
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Certificate IV (4 years)
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · NZQF Level 4 certificate 4 years + diploma 2 years
Industrial Machinery Mechanic Industrial Machinery Mechanic
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 2 years + Apprenticeship 3-4 years
Automotive Panel Beater Panel Beater
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $80,000~$100,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 3-4 years + pre-employment certificate 1 year
Automotive spray painter Motor Vehicle Body Painter
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Automotive paint apprentice 4 years + pre-apprenticeship course 6-12 months
Asbestos removal worker Asbestos Removalist
Employer-sponsoredLow AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · On-the-job training and short courses 4-6 weeks
Pilot Airline Pilot
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $150,000~$250,000
🎓 Training · Airline Transport Pilot License course 2 years + Aviation Management Bachelor's degree 3 years
Maritime Transport Professionals (Crew/Navigation Officer) Marine Transport Professional
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $110,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Maritime college diploma (3 years) + bachelor's (4 years)
Underground Miner Underground Miner
Employer-sponsoredMed AI risk
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · NZ bachelor's degree 2 years + mining operations certificate 1 year
Drill Operator Driller
Employer-sponsoredLow AI risk
Senior pay $75,000~$95,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship on-the-job training 2 years + New Zealand National Certificate 1 year
Mining machinery operator Mining Machine Operator
PR pathwayLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $95,000~$120,000
🎓 Training · Certificate 2 years + on-the-job training 6-12 months
Explosives Worker / Shot Firer Shot Firer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $100,000~$130,000
🎓 Training · Blaster certificate course 1-2 years + blaster assistant apprenticeship 2-3 years
Mine Surveyor Mine Surveyor
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $110,000~$150,000
🎓 Training · Bachelor's degree (3 years) + postgraduate diploma (1 year)
Mineral Processing Technician Mineral Processing Technician
Employer-sponsoredLow AI risk
Senior pay $90,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship on-the-job training 1-2 years + New Zealand Diploma 1-2 years
Aviation Maintenance Engineer Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
PR pathwayEasier PRHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Diploma 2 years + Bachelor's Degree 3 years
Warehouse Supervisor Warehouse Supervisor
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · Relevant industry certificate or diploma 1 year + bachelor's degree 3 years
Delivery Driver Delivery Driver
Employer-sponsoredHigh AI risk
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Novice training: 1 week.
Earthmoving equipment operator Earthmoving Plant Operator
PR pathwayLow AI risk
Senior pay $85,000~$110,000
🎓 Training · Apprenticeship 2 years
Port Operator Stevedore
Employer-sponsoredMed AI risk
Senior pay $70,000~$90,000
🎓 Training · On-the-job training 6-12 months
Bus Driver Bus Driver
PR pathwayHigh demandLow AI riskLow competition
Senior pay $65,000~$80,000
🎓 Training · Heavy vehicle driving training 4-6 weeks