Matapae Huarere
Meteorologists study the atmosphere to understand and predict weather and climate.
New meteorologists usually earn
$48K-$60K per year
Meteorologists with experience usually earn
$60K-$165K per year
Kaiako Kura Tuarua
Secondary school teachers plan, prepare and teach one or more subjects to students between the ages of 13 and 18.
Secondary school teachers usually earn
$89K-$115K per year
Secondary school teachers can earn
$69K-$136K per year
Ngaio Papa Whenua
Geospatial specialists gather and analyse geographic and spatial (location-based) information and use specialist software to present it in user-friendly formats such as maps and 3D models.
New geospatial specialists usually earn
$48K-$65K per year
Senior geospatial specialists usually earn
$70K-$120K per year
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
Kaiwhakamahere Tāone/Rohe
Urban/regional planners develop and administer plans for physical, environmental, social and economic development of urban and rural areas.
Planners usually earn
$65K-$130K per year
Kaiārahi Rōpū Haere
Tour guides escort people on sightseeing, educational or other tours, and describe points of interest.
There are no set pay rates for tour guides. Pay depends on the hours you work and the type of guiding you do.
Kaitātari Kaupapa
Policy analysts analyse information to assist in the development, interpretation and review of government or industrial policies.
Policy analysts usually earn
$71K-$92K per year
Policy analyst managers can earn
$112K-$170K per year
Kaiārahi o Waho/Kaiwhakaako o Waho
Outdoor recreation guides and instructors teach or guide outdoor activities such as rafting, kayaking, canyoning, skiing, hunting, climbing, caving and mountain biking.
Outdoor recreation guides and instructors usually earn
$48K-$58K per year
Kaimātai Pūtaiao Whenua
Geophysicists use data-collecting technology to study natural processes of the Earth, such as earthquake and volcanic activity, and to locate minerals, oil and gas, or groundwater.
New geophysicists usually earn
$65K-$75K per year
Senior geophysicists usually earn
$120K-$180K per year
Mataaro Taiao
Environmental engineers assess and reduce the impact of engineering projects on water, soil and air. They also plan and design systems to treat and remove waste.
Environmental engineers usually earn
$65K-$140K per year