Ngaio Ōhanga
Economists analyse financial, labour and trade markets, and predict or explain economic events.
Economists can earn
$80K-$125K per year
Āpiha Ārai Mate Hōrapa
Quarantine officers identify and control biosecurity risks at New Zealand's borders by inspecting goods and vessels arriving in the country.
Quarantine officers with up to three years' experience usually earn
$65K-$71K per year
Senior quarantine officers usually earn
$75K-$80K per year
Kaihangarau Ahuwhenua
Agricultural technicians perform tests and experiments, and provide technical support to assist agricultural scientists in areas such as research, production, servicing and marketing.
Agricultural technicians with up to five years' experience usually earn
$48K-$65K per year
Senior agricultural technicians with five or more years' experience usually earn
$55K-$85K per year
Kaiahumoana
Aquaculture farmers manage the breeding, raising and harvesting of fish and shellfish for commercial purposes in marine or freshwater farms.
Aquaculture farmers with one to three years’ experience usually earn
$48K-$65K per year
Aquaculture farmers with more than three years’ experience usually earn
$59K-$88K per year
Kaitātari Rangahau Hokohoko
Market research analysts collect and analyse data and information, write reports, and make recommendations to their clients based on their research.
Market research analysts with up to five years' experience usually earn
$48K-$70K per year
Senior market research analysts with over five years' experience usually earn
$70K-$125K per year
Kaihanga Waina
Winemakers make wine from grapes and other fruit.
Cellar hands and assistant winemakers usually earn
$48K to $83K per year
Winemakers and chief winemakers usually earn
$89K-$211K per year
Kaitiaki Rākau
Arborists plant and remove trees, prune branches and treat disease.
Arborists with up to five years' experience usually earn
$23-$25 per hour
Arborists with more than five years' experience usually earn
$25-$35 per hour
Āpiha Ao Koiora
Biosecurity officers check areas of land for harmful animals or plants and arrange for, or help with, pest destruction and control.
Biosecurity officers usually earn
$65K-$80K per year
Biosecurity officers with more responsibility can earn
$100K per year
Kaikimi/Kaihopu Kararehe
Hunters and trappers shoot or trap animals to remove pests and control disease, and for food, fur, or research.
Pay for hunters and trappers depends on the type of work they do and their experience.
Kaimanaaki Papa
Groundspeople are in charge of the turf (grass), tracks and pitches at sports fields, golf courses, public areas, schools and racecourses.
Groundspeople usually earn
$50K-$60K per year
Head groundspeople and managers can earn
$60K-$100K per year
