Occupational Groups

Occupation

Occupations are listed by NZSCO (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 shortage under the Skilled Migrant Category OR the General Skills Category, applicants must have the following qualifications

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

Food Technologists (21461)

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)

Early Childhood Education Teacher (23321)

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

Secondary teachers (23211)

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.

University Lecturer (23111)

Masters Degree or PhD

Masters Degree or PhD

Veterinarian
(22231)

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

Social Worker
(33411)

Bachelor of Social Work OR Graduate Diploma of Social Work

Bachelor of Social Work OR Graduate Diploma of Social Work

Professional Engineer (including Roading, Design, Structural, Mechanical, Geotechnical, Electronic, Project, Transport/Traffic, Fire, Civil, and Environmental)
(21426)

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 Scientist (22117)

Bachelor of Science or Applied Science in environmental studies

Bachelor of Science or Applied Science in environmental studies.

Auditor (24113)

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

Degree level (level 7) qualification majoring in accountancy and membership with NZICA.

Civil Engineering Technician (31124)

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

Urban and Regional Planners (21412)

Bachelors degree (or higher) in environmental or resource planning

Bachelors degree (or higher) in environmental or resource planning

Health Groups

Anaesthetist
(22217)

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

General Surgeon
(22213)

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

Intensivist (ICU specialist)
(22213)

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

Clinical Cardiac Physiologist

(31332)

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 Respiratory Physiologist / Scientist (22121)

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

Pathologist
(22123)

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

Psychiatrist
(22214)

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

Radiation Oncologist
(22216)

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
(22216)

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 Physician
(22214)

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

Specialist Physician in Palliative Medicine
(22214)

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

General Practitioner (Rural Areas only)
(22211)

('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

Obstetric and Gynaecological Registrar
(22215)

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

Anaesthetics Technician
(31332)

Diploma in Applied Science for Anaesthetics Technicians (Level 5)

Diploma in Applied Science for Anaesthetics Technicians (Level 5)

Audiologist
(32261)

Master of Audiology

Master of Audiology

Dietician
(22251)

Bachelor of Science (Human Nutrition) OR Graduate Diploma in Dietetics AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Science (Human Nutrition) OR Graduate Diploma in Dietetics

Medical Laboratory Scientist - including cytotechnologist (cytoscientist)
(32112)

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

Medical Radiation Technologist, Radiographer and Therapeutic Radiographer
(31331)

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

Midwife
(22317)

Bachelor of Midwifery AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Midwifery

Nurse - includes Principal Nurse (22311), Registered Nurse (22312), Psychiatric Nurse (22313), Plunket Nurse (22314), Public Health/District Nurse (22315), Occupational Health Nurse (22316)

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

Occupational Therapists
(32232)

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)

Pharmacist
(22241, 22242)

Bachelor of Pharmacy AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Physiotherapist
(32231)

Bachelor of Physiotherapy AND NZ registration

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Psychologist
(24441)

Master of Psychology OR Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology AND NZ registration

Master of Psychology OR Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology

Sonographer
(31333)

Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultra Sonography

Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultra Sonography

Speech Language Therapist
(23412)

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

Trades Occupations

Electrician
(71311)

New Zealand Electrical Registration

New Zealand Electrical Registration

Automotive Electrician
(71312)

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

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

Diesel Mechanic
(72311)

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

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

Motor Mechanic
(72312)

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Engineering) Level 4

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

Auto Air Conditioning Technicians
(72312)

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

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

Fitter & Turner
(72231)

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
(72124)

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

Cabinet Maker
(74211)

National Certificate in Furniture Making Level 4

National Certificate in Furniture Making Level 4

Boatbuilder
(71123)

National Certificate in Boat Building Level 4

National Certificate in Boat Building Level 4

Carpenter/Joiner
(71121)

National Certificate in Carpentry Level 4

National Certificate in Carpentry Level 4

Plumber
(71231)

New Zealand Plumbing Registration

New Zealand Plumbing Registration

Line Mechanic / Linesperson
(82923)

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

Motor Vehicle Inspectors
(72316)

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

Horticultural Occupations

Grower Manager
(22134)

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

Bachelor's degree majoring in Horticulture or a related field

Crop Production / Agronomist Manager
(22134)

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

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

Orchard Manager
(22134)

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

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

Information Technology (IT) Professionals

Systems Analyst
(21311)

Computer application Engineer
(21312)

Systems Manager
(21312)

Management & Project Management staff
(12222)

Policy planning & Research staff
(21311)

Systems Development staff
(21311)

Technical advice and Consultancy staff
(31213)

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

Senior Test Analyst
(21312)

Degree-level (Level 7) tertiary qualification (e.g. BTech in Electronics, BSc or BE) AND three years' work experience with at least 12 months relevant work experience in the past 18 months

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

Programmer
(21311)

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

Solutions Architect
(21313)

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

Film Animator
(33631)

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

Degree level qualification (Level 7) in one of the following: Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Computer Science, Software Engineering or Film, specialising in multimedia, computer graphics, digital design, computer programming or software development

Electronics

Design Engineers - Electronics / Product Engineer (21441)

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
(21441)

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

Electronics Technician
(31143)

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)

Service and Sales Workers

Chef (51221)

National certificate in Cookery Level 4 AND a minimum of five years' combined experience in establishments offering á la carte, buffet/banqueting or commercial catering, with a minimum of two years at Chef de Partie (Section Leader) level or higher

National certificate in Cookery Level 4 AND a minimum of five years' combined experience in establishments offering á la carte, buffet/banqueting or commercial catering, with a minimum of two years at Chef de Partie (Section Leader) level or higher