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  • At home in Dunedin

    … in Dunedin for the first 11 months. Chrissie Roodt “The work is the same but the culture is so different,” Chrissie … thrives on the professional challenges of her specialised work and has been able to introduce new ideas, new technology … simulation and modelling. He travels widely in his work to Europe, the United States, Scandinavia, South Africa …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/at-home-in-dunedin
  • Make your overseas experience relevant to New Zealand

    … Many New Zealand businesses value work experience gained in New Zealand. This is because it can … to them. There are many skills that you gain from overseas work experience that are helpful to an employer. These … is a great way to understand how New Zealanders behave at work.   This scenario shows you a way to communicate the …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/finding-applying-for-jobs/succeeding-in-job-interviews/make-your-overseas-experience-relevant-to-new
  • Maintaining your property

    … renovate, or repair your home, be sure to find out if the work is considered restricted. A licensed builder must carry out any restricted work on your home. For more information on restricted work, and who to hire, read the 'Hiring a builder' section on …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/housing/maintaining-your-property
  • Show that you can work in a New Zealand way

    … often have an informal and friendly relationship at work. Status is not as important as in some other countries. … working in a Kiwi way means that you need to be able to work independently and use your initiative, without relying … [nznow:inline-interview:858] … Show that you can work in a New Zealand way …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/finding-applying-for-jobs/succeeding-in-job-interviews/show-that-you-can-work-in-a-new-zealand-way
  • Healthcare services

    … (GPs) located in almost every city, town and suburb. Most work in groups called a practice, operating from a medical … Practices usually give priority to people who live or work in their local area. You can take someone with you for … you need a referral from your GP first. Specialists work in both the public and private healthcare systems. You …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/healthcare/healthcare-services
  • Family move from South Africa to Wellington

    … waterfront is beautiful too. When I get on the train to work and see the harbour, it excites me.” Belinda and her … Here I have made lots of friends with the people I work with. We get together often, we go for hikes, we go out … in South Africa and the company helped her apply for a work to residence visa. To move to New Zealand as a skilled …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/family-move-from-south-africa-to-wellington
  • New Horizons, Open Spaces

    … Cape Town. Almost a decade later, while doing development work for an electronic design company, he met Karien. After … agency and two with Gallagher – Ian had a job. His work visa came after around a month, then they had three … welcoming and quite similar to South Africa, where people “work hard and play hard.” Children Sebastian, 6, and Mila, 4, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/new-horizons-open-spaces
  • Healthcare Jobs

    … types of visas that you may be eligible to apply for: Work visas are for a temporary stay in New Zealand, but some … and have at least three years’ post-graduate work experience. Visas for New Zealand Healthcare in New … for all New Zealand residents and those living here on a work visa valid for two years or longer. Visits to general …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/healthcare
  • Veterinarian moves from USA to New Zealand

    … more quickly than it was possible to in the US. As always, work is only part of the picture. Since moving here, she has … making the right decision. “I realised I would be able to work very well with people here to accomplish something that … two dogs and her belongings to New Zealand, and started work less than a week after arriving. Every day brings new …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/VeterinarianWorksinNewZealand
  • Preschool care and education

    … There are no term breaks in the ECE system, so they also work through school holiday times. Various government bodies … system. Instead, we use photos, ‘learning stories’ and work samples to show parents and other teachers how children … the day. All ECE services collect examples of children’s work and play, eg in a book or portfolio, and write regular …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/education-and-schooling/preschool-care-and-education
  • Psychiatrist moves from UK to New Zealand

    … alternative career to medicine,” she says. “I was lucky to work with exceptional people but it increasingly felt that … says Rachel. She had stepped away from her training to work in the private sector, but her strong belief in the … high cost of childcare to the time we spent commuting to work. We decided we were ready to leave.” Transferable …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/psychiatrist-moves-from-uk-to-new-zealand
  • Software engineer moves from the UK to New Zealand

    … hours until he moved to New Zealand. “I have a tendency to work until I get tired, but at 5.30pm here I’m usually … like having a couple of beers and taking it easy after work. They are a lot more relaxed here, and everyone really … says Jon. “One of the things I like most about the work/life balance is that you have more time to try new …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/software-engineer-moves-from-the-uk-to-new-zealand
  • Support in the workplace

    … flexible programme designed for people who are already in work. As well as looking at language, the course will also … if there’s one available in your workplace when you start work. Most employers understand that settling in as new … In many towns and cities there are Labour Inspectors. They work with employers and employees to make sure that …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/support-in-the-workplace
  • Exciting opportunities for civil engineers in New Zealand

    … Zealand for Ewan, who was struggling to find engineering work in the UK after the global financial crisis.  He … rainfall, steep terrain and earthquakes." He's found the work tends to be more varied than back in the UK. While many … living in other areas often have opportunities to work on Auckland projects as well as major projects in their …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/exciting-opportunities-for-civil-engineers-in-new-zealand
  • Moving from Tuvalu to working in Aged Care in Oamaru

    … was successful and she was able to find a job offer to work in Aged Care in Oamaru. With the work permit and job offer, the family arrived in New Zealand … she shows in juggling two jobs and doing so much non-paid work, Mafa is determined to see her fellow Tuvaluans succeed. …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/moving-from-tuvalu-to-working-in-aged-care-in-oamaru
  • Moving from the Pacific Islands

    … more clock watching and working to a timetable. I have to work quicker. " Read Ritia's story View all stories Living … may be higher, but things cost more. Daily travel times to work can be longer. Workplaces are different too - employers … groups. To find settlement information: visit the Live and Work New Zealand website phone the contact centre on 0508 558 …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/moving-from-the-pacific-islands
  • Tourism & hospitality jobs

    … is built on the qualities and skills of the people who work in the industry. Tourism professionals in New Zealand … in tourism and hospitality jobs for people with NZ work eligibility Job search | Seek - NZ's largest general job … types of visas that you may be eligible to apply for. Work visas are for a temporary stay in New Zealand, but some …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/tourism-hospitality
  • School curriculum and qualifications

    … Accelerated Christian Education programme. How does NCEA work? Put very simply, NCEA works like this: Each year, … In each subject, students are assessed through classroom work and exams against a number of standards When a student …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/education-and-schooling/school-curriculum-and-qualifications
  • Where city and nature meet

    … or run along tracks and through bush to the lookout after work. “You can go up to the lookout and enjoy beautiful … morning it only takes 20 minutes to walk into the city to work.”  The couple also boogie-board in nearby Lyall Bay, or … economics degree, says they have both picked up contract work on the side, so they can pay for Bosspac’s development …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/where-city-and-nature-meet
  • A leap of faith

    … in chemistry meant she came here on an essential-skills work visa, and when the chance to extend that visa arose, she … they’ll be in five years’ time: right here, learning at work, building friendships, hopefully owning a home. But … they’re moving to. Once there, it’s up to them to make it work. “One of the reasons why I love this region is that …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-leap-of-faith
  • Surveying new horizons

    … and told her about help available to migrants looking for work. After approaching different employment agencies without … Company, for trusting us and giving us the opportunity to work for them” say Zavinee and Prashantha. “My employer … now spends one day a week at Weltec. She has to juggle her work, family life and study but she enjoys the challenge. …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/surveying-new-horizons
  • New life an adventure

    … It was hard to heat and not well-insulated. “I was at work during the day but it was hard for Esther at home with … experience was able to get the job offer he needed for his work visa. Patrick used an immigration adviser to try to … Kiwis STAT recruits doctors and nurses for contract work in New Zealand and Australia. Strict regulations mean a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/new-life-an-adventure
  • Insurance in New Zealand - a guide for migrants

    … accidents - everything from car crashes to injuries at work, slips, trips and falls at home or breaking your arm … your income in the event you become ill and are unable to work. The insurer will make monthly payments of up to 75% of your “pre-disability income” until you can return to work, or your payment period ends. There are three important …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/insurance-in-new-zealand-a-guide-for-migrants
  • Drawn by the distance

    … woman first arrived as a student in late 2012 to work on a project as part of completing her Masters studies … holiday visa. But she quickly applied for a regular work visa, while beginning the longer process of applying for … home at the beginning of 2015, when she wasn’t so happy at work. She gave herself two months to make a decision, and …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/drawn-by-the-distance
  • Information technology

    … sector.   Migrant stories Lindsey Crummet With amazing work in the film industry happening in Wellington, Lindsey … visas were granted for people entering New Zealand to work in ICT occupations. The relative shortage of digital … with most receiving bonuses and having the option to work remotely and flexibly. “We've spent the last few years …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/information-technology
  • Chartered Engineer moves family from UK to Christchurch

    … experienced chartered engineer, Peter could easily find work almost anywhere in the world, and investigated options … family arrived in April 2012. Peter jumped straight into work as a technical director with Aurecon, a global … the rebuild, and they use the surrounding hills to escape work stresses. Having lived in Sheffield all her life, the …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/chartered-engineer-moves-family-from-uk-to-christchurch
  • Business & finance jobs

    … compete to international standards. You can expect a busy work environment where you’ll be challenged, extended and … on a shortage list, don’t be disheartened. There are other work and visa options. For example, If you can get a job … for the vacancy, then you may be able to apply for a work visa. Alternatively, you may be able to apply for a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/business-finance
  • Opportunities for Construction Project Managers

    … country at the bottom of the map, known for it's great work-life balance and beautiful scenery. Discover why so many … home.  World renowned quality of life New Zealand has the work-life balance just right. Working hard and getting ahead … life is for living. It’s about balancing a good day’s work with time for family and friends plus easy access to …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/pmconstructionmigrantinfo
  • Quantity Surveying opportunities in New Zealand

    … country at the bottom of the map, known for it's great work-life balance and beautiful scenery. Discover why so many … home.  World renowned quality of life New Zealand has the work-life balance just right. Working hard and getting ahead … life is for living. It’s about balancing a good day’s work with time for family and friends plus easy access to …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/qsmigrantionfo
  • Opportunities for Sonographers in New Zealand

    … country at the bottom of the map, known for it's great work-life balance and beautiful scenery. Discover why so many … home.  World renowned quality of life New Zealand has the work-life balance just right. Working hard and getting ahead … life is for living. It’s about balancing a good day’s work with time for family and friends plus easy access to …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/sonographymigrantinfo
  • Building a business and a life

    … part of her studies, Ying paired up with a host company to work on a project. Her engineering background focused on … countries, and Ying says they always find a way to work well together. “I think they always accept wherever you … a full-time job and running a business, Ying still insists work-life balance is better here than in Thailand. “I work
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-business-and-a-life
  • A sweet Kiwi Life

    … to be, and the sort of place I would like to live and work. It was my dream to do that,” he says. He was interested … achieved this without the help of the lads, my mates who I work with,” he says. Still, starting a new life in a new … in and get to know the locals. “You have to be willing to work hard and get on with people. Then they’ll be happy to …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/a-sweet-kiwi-life

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