Kaiwhakataetae Ngaio
Professional sportspeople take part in competitive national and international sports such as rugby, football, cricket, netball, golf, tennis and horse racing.
Pay for professional sportspeople varies depending on the sport, the individual's ability, and their performance.
Kaiwhakaako Waka Rererangi
Flight instructors teach people how to fly aeroplanes, helicopters or other aircraft.
Entry and mid-level flight instructors usually earn
$49K-$70K per year
Experienced and senior flight instructors usually earn
$70K-$100K per year
Āpiha Whakahaere Ohotata
Emergency management officers plan for and respond to emergencies such as earthquakes and weather events. They also train communities to prepare for disasters.
Emergency management officers with up to three years' experience usually earn
$66K-$79K per year
Emergency management officers with three or more years' experience usually earn
$79K-$95K per year
Kaiuta/Kaihoroi Waka Rererangi
Aircraft loaders load and unload aircraft, and transfer freight and baggage between airport buildings and aircraft.
Aircraft loaders usually earn
$24-$29 per hour
Poutikanga Whakahaere Kaipuke
Ship's masters are in charge of a ship, its crew and any passengers or cargo it is carrying – on the water and in port. On tugs or pilot boats, ship's masters may guide or assist ships in and out of harbours or through difficult waterways.
Ship's masters on small vessels usually earn
$49K-$70K per year
Ship's masters on large, foreign-going vessels usually earn
$125K-$250K per year
Kaiako Kurī
Dog trainers train dogs and diagnose and treat their behaviour problems.
Dog trainers can earn
$49K-$50K per year
Kairīpoata Pepa
Journalists research and produce stories for websites, print, radio, television and other media.
Journalists usually earn
$49K-$100K per year
Kaihautū Toi
Artistic directors plan and direct the activities of performing arts organisations such as theatre and dance companies, and arts activities at festivals and venues.
Pay rates for artistic directors vary depending on your ability, experience, and what type of work you do.
Mataaro Rongoā Koiora
Biomedical engineers design, build and maintain medical equipment, artificial body parts and computer programs to help treat disabilities, diseases, or injuries.
Graduate biomedical engineers usually earn
$50K-$55K per year
Experienced biomedical engineers can earn
$110K-$130K per year
Kaihoko Penehini/Hinu
Service station attendants help customers get petrol, gas or oil for their vehicle, and sell motoring accessories and food items.
Service station attendants usually earn
$24 per hour