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
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
$48K-$75K per year
Senior biochemists with PhDs usually earn
$76K-$130K per year
Kaitātari Raraunga
Data analysts identify and describe data trends using statistics and specialised software to help organisations achieve their business aims.
Data analysts usually earn
$90K-$120K per year
Data scientists usually earn
$110K-$170K per year
Kaikorohiti
Chiropractors treat disorders related to the spine and nervous system to relieve pain and improve the function of nerves, muscles and joints.
Chiropractors with up to five years' experience usually earn
$48K-$60K per year
Chiropractors with more than five years experience usually earn
$60K-$150K per year
Mataaro Whitiwhiti Kōrero
Telecommunications engineers design, test and build telecommunications networks and systems.
Telecommunications engineers with up to three years’ experience usually earn
$60K-$65K per year
Telecommunications engineers with more than three years’ experience usually earn
$65K-$140K per year
Kaiahuwhenua/Kaiwhakahaere Pāmu
Farmers/farm managers manage and work on farms. Farmers own or lease the land, while farm managers operate farms for farm owners.
Farmers/farm managers earn an average of
$78K per year
Kaimahi Waea Kawe Kōrero
Line mechanics install, repair and maintain overhead and underground power lines.
Line mechanics with up to five years’ experience usually earn
$48K-$60K per year
Line mechanics with five or more years' experience usually earn
$60K-$100K 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
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
Kairūri
Surveyors plan, direct and conduct survey work to determine the position of boundaries, locations, topographic features and built structures.
Licensed surveyors usually earn
$90K-$110K per year