Occupational Groups

Occupation

- Occupations are listed by ANZSCO (Australian New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations) code

Long Term Skill Shortage List Requirements

- Qualifications must be comparable to the standard of the New Zealand qualification listed. Also see Note 1 at the end of this list

In order to claim bonus points for qualifications in an area of absolute skill shortage under the Skilled Migrant Category or the General Skills Category, applicants must meet the following specifications

- Qualifications must be comparable to the standard of the New Zealand qualification listed. Also see Note 1 and 2 at the end of this list

Professional Occupations

Architect (232111)

Bachelor of Architecture or equivalent AND New Zealand registration

Bachelor of Architecture or equivalent AND New Zealand registration

Auditor (221213, 221214)

Degree level (Level 7) qualification majoring in accountancy and membership or provisional membership with New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA)

Degree level (Level 7) qualification majoring in accountancy and membership or provisional membership with New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA)

Civil Engineering Technician (312212)

National Diploma in Civil Engineering (Level 6) or Level 6 Diploma in Civil Engineering and at least three years work experience including at least 12 months relevant work experience in the past 18 months

National Diploma in Civil Engineering (Level 6) or Level 6 Diploma in Civil Engineering and at least three years work experience including at least 12 months relevant work experience in the past 18 months

Early Childhood (Pre-primary School Teacher) (241111)

A qualification in Early Childhood Education (ages 0-5) at a minimum of Level 7, which is approved by the New Zealand Teachers Council AND NZ registration

A qualification in Early Childhood Education (ages 0-5) at a minimum of Level 7, which is approved by the New Zealand Teachers Council AND NZ registration

Electrical Engineering Technician (312312)

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Level 7) majoring in electrical engineering AND three years’ relevant experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Level 7) majoring in electrical engineering

Engineering Professionals (233111 to 233999), Telecommunications Engineering Professionals (263311, 263312)

A degree level (level 7) qualification and registered on the International Professional Engineers Register or Asia Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) Engineers Register OR a Washington Accord accredited engineering degree

A Washington Accord accredited engineering degree

Environmental Research Scientist (234313)

Bachelor of Science or Applied Science in environmental studies

Bachelor of Science or Applied Science in environmental studies

Food Technologists (234212)

Bachelor of Science (Food Science) OR Bachelor of Technology (Food Science) OR Bachelor of Engineering (Food Engineering) AND a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience in the industry

Bachelor of Science (Food Science) OR Bachelor of Technology (Food Science) OR Bachelor of Engineering (Food Engineering)

Project Builder (including Building Project Manager and Site Foreman) (133112)

National Diploma in Construction Management (Level 6) AND three years’ relevant post qualification experience

National Diploma in Construction Management (Level 6)

Quantity Surveyor (233213)

Bachelor of Construction (Quantity Surveying) AND three years’ relevant post qualification experience

Bachelor of Construction (Quantity Surveying)

Secondary School Teachers (241411)

Bachelors degree (or equivalent) with a major in a NZ teaching subject AND a secondary teaching qualification recognised for registration purposes by the New Zealand Teachers Council OR a four year Bachelor of Education/Teaching (Secondary) with a major in a NZ teaching subject

Bachelors degree (or equivalent) with a major in a NZ teaching subject AND a secondary teaching qualification recognised for registration purposes by the New Zealand Teachers Council OR a four year Bachelor of Education/Teaching (Secondary) with a major in a NZ teaching subject

Social Worker (272511)

Bachelor of Social Work OR Graduate Diploma of Social Work

Bachelor of Social Work OR Graduate Diploma of Social Work

Surveyors (232212)

Bachelor of Surveying

Bachelor of Surveying

University Lecturer (242111)

Masters degree or PhD

Masters degree or PhD

Urban and Regional Planners (232611)

Bachelors degree (or higher) in environmental or resource planning

Bachelors degree (or higher) in environmental or resource planning

Veterinarian (234711)

Bachelor of Veterinary Science OR equivalent, approved by the Veterinary Council of New Zealand AND registration with the New Zealand Veterinary Council

Bachelor of Veterinary Science OR equivalent, approved by the Veterinary Council of New Zealand AND registration with the New Zealand Veterinary Council

Health Groups

Ambulance Paramedic (Advanced Life Support) (411112)

Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) (Level 7) AND two years experience in this role

Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) (Level 7) AND two years experience in this role

Ambulance Paramedic (Intermediate Life Support) (411112)

National Diploma in Ambulance (Paramedic) (Level 7) AND two years experience in this role

National Diploma in Ambulance (Paramedic) (Level 7) AND two years experience in this role

Anaesthetics Technician (311211)

Diploma in Applied Science for Anaesthetics Technicians (Level 5)

Diploma in Applied Science for Anaesthetics Technicians (Level 5)

Anaesthetist (253211)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Anatomist or Physiologist (Clinical Respiratory Physiologist/ Scientist) (234512)

Postgraduate qualification in respiratory science and being a Certified Respiratory Function Scientist (credentialed by the Australia and New Zealand Society of Respiratory Scientists (ANZSRS)) or equivalent

Postgraduate qualification in respiratory science and being a Certified Respiratory Function Scientist (credentialed by the Australia and New Zealand Society of Respiratory Scientists (ANZSRS)) or equivalent

Audiologist (252711)

Master of Audiology

Master of Audiology

Cardiac Technician (Clinical Cardiac Physiologist) (311212)

Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Technology AND two years’ relevant work experience AND NZ registration

Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Technology AND two years’ relevant work experience

Clinical Psychologist (272311), Educational Psychologist (272312)

Master of Psychology OR Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology AND NZ registration

Master of Psychology OR Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology

Dietitian (251111)

Bachelor of Science OR Bachelor of Consumer and Applied Sciences (majoring in Human Nutrition), AND Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Science OR Bachelor of Consumer and Applied Sciences (majoring in Human Nutrition), AND Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics AND NZ registration

General Medical Practitioner (Rural Areas only) (253111) (‘Rural area’ according to the Rural Ranking Scale classification)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional general, general, provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Intensive Care Specialist (253317)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Medical Diagnostic Radiographer (251211), Medical Radiation Therapist (251212), Nuclear Medicine Technologist (251213)

Bachelor in Health Science specialising in Medical Radiation Therapy OR specialising in Medical Imaging AND NZ registration

Bachelor in Health Science specialising in Medical Radiation Therapy OR specialising in Medical Imaging

Medical laboratory Scientist – including cytotechnologist (cytoscientist) (234611)

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

Midwife (254111)

Bachelor of Midwifery AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Midwifery

Nurse – includes Nurse Manager (254311), Nurse Researcher (254212), Nurse Practitioner (254411), Registered Nurses (254412 to 254499)

Bachelor of Nursing OR Diploma in Comprehensive Nursing, diploma or hospital based certificate AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Nursing OR Diploma in Comprehensive Nursing, diploma or hospital based certificate

Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (253913)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional general or general scope of practice with MCNZ

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

Occupational Therapists (252411)

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy OR Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy strand) AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy OR Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy strand)

Osteopath (252112)

Masters degree in Osteopathy AND NZ registration

Masters degree in Osteopathy AND NZ registration

Pathologist (253915)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Pharmacists (Hospital, Industrial and Retail) (251511 to 251513)

Bachelor of Pharmacy AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Physiotherapist (252511)

Bachelor of Physiotherapy AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Psychiatrist (253411)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Radiologist (253916)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Radiologist (Radiation Oncologist) (253916)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Renal Medicine Specialist (253322)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Sonographer (251214)

Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultra Sonography

Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultra Sonography

Specialist Physician in Palliative Medicine (253399)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Speech Language Therapist (252712)

Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy, AND/OR Masters of Speech and Language Therapy

Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy, AND/OR Masters of Speech and Language Therapy

Surgeon (General) (253511)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery AND registered within a provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with MCNZ

Trades Occupations

Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic (342111)

National Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Level 4) OR National Certificate in Heating and Ventilation (Level 4)

National Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Level 4 OR National Certificate in Heating and Ventilation (Level 4)

Automotive Electrician (321111)

National Certificate in Automotive Engineering Level 4 OR National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Electrical Engineering) Level 4

National Certificate in Automotive Engineering Level 4 OR National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Electrical Engineering) Level 4

Boatbuilder and Repairer (399111)

National Certificate in Boat Building Level 4

National Certificate in Boat Building Level 4

Cabinet Maker (394111)

National Certificate in Furniture Making Level 4

National Certificate in Furniture Making Level 4

Carpenter/Joiner (331211)

National Certificate in Carpentry Level 4

National Certificate in Carpentry Level 4

Diesel Motor Mechanic (321212)

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Heavy Engineering) Level 4

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Heavy Engineering) Level 4

Electric Line Mechanic (342211)

National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Distribution) (Level 4) or National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Transmission) (Level 4) and NZ Registration as a line mechanic with the Electrical Workers Registration Board

National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Distribution) (Level 4) or National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Transmission) (Level 4) and NZ Registration as a line mechanic with the Electrical Workers Registration Board

Electrician (General) (341111)

New Zealand Electrical Registration

New Zealand Electrical Registration

Fitter & Turner (323212)

National Certificate in Maintenance & Diagnostics in Mechanical Engineering Level 5, OR National Certificate in Engineering, Machining and Toolmaking Level 5

National Certificate in Maintenance & Diagnostics in Mechanical Engineering Level 5, OR National Certificate in Engineering, Machining and Toolmaking Level 5

Fitter Welder (323213)

National Certificate in Maintenance and Diagnostics in Mechanical Engineering Level 5, OR National Certificate in Engineering - Fabrication with strands in Welding or Heavy Fabrication Level 5

National Certificate in Maintenance and Diagnostics in Mechanical Engineering Level 5, OR National Certificate in Engineering - Fabrication with strands in Welding or Heavy Fabrication Level 5

Motor Mechanic (Auto Air Conditioning Technicians) (321211)

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Air Conditioning) (Level 4)

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Air Conditioning) (Level 4)

Motor Mechanic (General) (321211)

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Engineering) Level 4

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Engineering), Level 4

Motor Mechanic (Motor Vehicle Inspectors) (321211)

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Engineering) (Level 4) and 3 years relevant recent experience or National Certificate in Motor Industry (Advanced Technical) (Level 5) with strands in Automotive Electrical and Mechanical, and Collision Repair

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Engineering) (Level 4) and 3 years relevant recent experience or National Certificate in Motor Industry (Advanced Technical) (Level 5) with strands in Automotive Electrical and Mechanical, and Collision Repair

Plumber (General) (334111)

New Zealand Plumbing Registration

New Zealand Plumbing Registration

Horticultural Occupations

Fruit or Nut Grower (Orchard Manager) (121213)

Bachelor’s degree majoring in Horticulture OR National Certificate in Horticulture (Advanced) (Level 4) with strands in Fruit Production or Production Horticulture OR Diploma in Horticulture (Level 5) AND three or more years’ experience

Bachelor’s degree majoring in Horticulture OR National Certificate in Horticulture (Advanced) (Level 4) with strands in Fruit Production or Production Horticulture OR Diploma in Horticulture (Level 5) AND three or more years’ experience

Market Gardener (Crop Production/ Agronomist Manager) (121221)

Bachelor’s degree majoring in Horticulture OR National Certificate in Horticulture (Advanced) (Level 4) with strands in Fruit Production or Production Horticulture OR Diploma in Horticulture (Level 5) AND three or more years’ experience

Bachelor’s degree majoring in Horticulture OR National Certificate in Horticulture (Advanced) (Level 4) with strands in Fruit Production or Production Horticulture OR Diploma in Horticulture (Level 5) AND three or more years’ experience

Mixed Crop Farmer (Grower Manager) (121216)

Bachelor’s degree majoring in Horticulture OR a related field AND minimum of five years’ managerial experience

Bachelor’s degree in majoring Horticulture OR a related field

Information Technology (IT) Professionals

ICT Professionals (261111 to 263312), ICT Customer Support Officer (Technical advice and Consultancy) (313112), Organisation and Methods Analyst (224712), ICT Project Manager (135112)

Degree-level (Level 7) qualification majoring in computer science, information science or information technology AND three years of relevant work experience

Degree-level qualification (Level 7) majoring in computer science, information science or information technology

Creative Industries

Multimedia Designer (Film Animator) (232413)

Specialist experience in Maya, Soft Image/ XSI, 3D Studio Max, Combustion, After Effects, Unix, Linux, C, C++, Perl, GUI, CGI

Relevant degree-level (Level 7) qualification majoring in multimedia, computer graphics, digital design, computer programming or software development

Electronics

Electronic Engineering Technician (312412)

National Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) (Electronics), OR relevant degree-level qualification (Level 7) (for example, BTech in Electronics, BSc or BE) AND three years’ work experience AND at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in the past 18 months

National Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) (Electronics), OR relevant degree-level qualification (Level 7) (for example, BTech in Electronics, BSc or BE) 

Electronics Engineer (Design Engineers - Electronics / Product Engineer) (233411)

Degree-level qualification (Level 7) majoring in electronics, computer science or telecommunications AND three years of work experience with at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in the past 18 months

Degree-level qualification (Level 7) majoring in electronics, computer science or telecommunications

Management & Project Management staff (139999)

Degree-level qualification (Level 7) majoring in electronics, computer science, or telecommunications AND three years of work experience with at least 12 months’ relevant work experience in the past 18 months

Degree-level qualification (Level 7) majoring in electronics, computer science, or telecommunications

Service and Sales Workers

Chef (351311)

National Certificate in Hospitality (Professional Cookery) Level 4 or a Level 5 Diploma (specialising in the area of professional cookery) AND a minimum of five years combined experience in establishments offering a la carte/banqueting or commercial catering, with a minimum of two years at Chef de Partie (Section Leader level or higher)

National Certificate in Hospitality (Professional Cookery) Level 4 or a Level 5 Diploma (specialising in the area of professional cookery) AND a minimum of five years combined experience in establishments offering a la carte/banqueting or commercial catering, with a minimum of two years at Chef de Partie (Section Leader level or higher)