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Biochemist

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.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 3-9 years

Manufacturing and technology
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Biochemists usually earn
$49K-$75K per year

Senior biochemists with PhDs usually earn
$76K-$130K per year

Baker

Kaitunu Parāoa

Bakers prepare, bake and decorate bread, rolls, pastries, desserts, cakes and slices.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 2-3 years

Services industries
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Qualified bakers usually earn
$24-$30 per hour

Cutter

Ringa Tapahi

Cutters lay out and cut fabric to make clothing and soft furnishings.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: >1 year

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Cutters usually earn
$24-$26 per hour

Sewing Machinist

Kaiwhakamahi Pūrere Tuitui

Sewing machinists stitch together clothing, canvas for tents and awnings, and soft furnishings.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: <1 year

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Sewing machinists usually earn
$24-$25 per hour

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Mataaro Whakatika Waka Rererangi

Aircraft maintenance engineers keep aeroplanes safe. They install, inspect, maintain and repair aircraft, aircraft radio, avionic (electronic), navigation, communication and electrical and mechanical systems.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 3-5 years

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Aircraft maintenance engineers usually earn
$49K-$91K per year

Senior aircraft maintenance engineers and supervisors usually earn
$86K-$165K per year

Navy Sailor

Kaumoana Tauā Moana

Navy sailors defend their country, keep the peace, patrol borders and provide disaster relief.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: <1 year

Services industries
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Navy sailor recruits usually earn
$51K per year

Warrant officers can earn
$101K-$120K per year

Conservator

Kaiatawhai Whakaora Taonga

Conservators help preserve art and other important historical items by preventing deterioration and repairing damage.

Job opportunities: Poor

Training usually required: 5 years

Social and community services
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Conservators with one to five years' experience usually earn
$55K-$70K per year

Conservators with more than 10 years' experience usually earn
$70K-$82K per year

Tailor/Dressmaker

Kaihanga Kākahu

Tailors/dressmakers design, make, alter and repair clothing.

Job opportunities: Poor

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Tailors/dressmakers usually earn
$24 per hour

Chemist

Kairarau Matū

Chemists study the make-up and behaviour of chemicals, and may use their findings to develop new products and processes.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 5 years

Manufacturing and technology
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Chemists can earn
$65K-$120K per year

Chemists with PhDs or more responsibility can earn up to
$150K per year

Microbiologist

Kaimātai Koiora Mororiki

Microbiologists study micro-organisms, such as bacteria, viruses and fungi, and the effects they have on plants, animals and humans. They also develop products from micro-organisms to benefit humans or the environment.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 3-9 years

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Microbiologists usually earn
$49K-$75K per year

Senior microbiologists usually earn
$75K-$130K per year

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