Kaitautiaki
Caretakers keep places such as schools, apartment blocks and public buildings clean, safe and in good order.
Caretakers usually earn
$24-$26 per hour
Rata Hāparapara
Surgeons consult with patients and operate on people to treat and manage disease and injuries.
Trainee surgeons can earn
$64K-$205K per year
Qualified surgeons can earn
$170K-$251K per year
Kaitātari Whakamātautau
Test analysts design and carry out tests for computer software and systems, analyse results, and identify and report problems.
Test analysts usually earn
$80K-$130K per year
Test managers usually earn
$130K-$200K per year
Kaipūtaiao Ngahere
Forestry scientists research forest growth, wood processing, conservation and different types of trees, and how these can be used.
Forestry scientists usually earn
$55K-$98K per year
Senior forestry scientists usually earn
$110K-$150K per year
Kairarau Matū Koiora
Biochemists study the chemical structure and function of animals, plants and micro-organisms such as bacteria and viruses. They use this research to develop medical, industrial and agricultural products.
Biochemists usually earn
$49K-$75K per year
Senior biochemists with PhDs usually earn
$76K-$130K per year
Kaihoahoa Tāruru
Naval architects plan, design and supervise the construction and repair of ships, yachts and boats.
New naval architects usually earn
$62K-$78K per year
Naval architects with more than three years' experience usually earn
$85K-$150K per year
Kaimahi Tohitū Whakanao Kai/Inu
Food and beverage factory workers prepare ingredients, operate machinery, and bottle or package food and drink.
Food and beverage factory workers usually earn
$24-$25 per hour
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
Kaiwero Ngira Hauora
Acupuncturists give general health advice and treat patients using therapies such as electronic and needle acupuncture, cupping, skin scraping (gua sha), the heating of acupuncture points (moxibustion) and tuina (massage).
Acupuncturists usually earn
$48K-$100K per year
Pirihimana
Police officers work to prevent and solve crime, keep the peace, and respond to criminal activities and emergencies.
Police officers with one to four years’ experience usually earn
$75K-$83K per year