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Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (11/02/2013)

This is the revised Long Term Skill Shortage List. Proposed changes will come into effect on 11 February 2013.

This Appendix is part of Government immigration instructions as described in section 22 of the Immigration Act 2009 (see WR3.10.1) and Government residence instructions as described in sections 22 and 23 of the Immigration Act 2009 (see RW4).

Occupational Group

Occupation -

Occupations are listed by ANZSCO (Australian and 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, applicants must meet the following specifications

Agriculture and Forestry

Forest Scientist (234113)

Bachelor of Forestry Science

Bachelor of Forestry Science

Agriculture and Forestry

Agricultural Scientist (Farm Systems Scientist) (234112)

Environmental Research Scientist (Water Quality Analyst) (234313)

Biotechnologist (Genetics Scientist) (234514)

Life Scientist nec (Animal Scientist or Bioinformatics) (234599)

Social Professional nec (Applied Social Scientist) (272499)

PhD in Farm Systems Science

OR

Water Quality Science

OR

Quantitative Genetics

OR

Animal Science

OR

Bioinformatics

OR

Applied Social Science

AND

a minimum of three years postdoctoral research experience in the agricultural sector

PhD in Farm Systems Science

OR

Water Quality Science

OR

Quantitative Genetics

OR

Animal Science

OR

Bioinformatics

OR

Applied Social Science

AND

a minimum of three years postdoctoral research experience in the agricultural sector

Construction

Construction Project Manager (Chip sealing, Asphalt or other Technical Manager) (Roading and Infrastructure) (133111)

Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7)

OR

Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) and trained in Staff Management

AND

a minimum of ten years' relevant post-qualification work experience

Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7)

OR

Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) and trained in Staff Management

AND

a minimum of ten years' relevant post-qualification work experience

Construction

Construction Project Manager (Roading and Infrastructure) (133111)

Bachelor of Engineering or Diploma of Engineering (Civil) and Project Management qualification

AND

a minimum of five years' relevant post-qualification work experience

Bachelor of Engineering or Diploma of Engineering (Civil) and Project Management qualification

AND

a minimum of five years' relevant post-qualification work experience

Construction

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

National Diploma in Construction Management (Level 6)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

National Diploma in Construction Management (Level 6)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Construction

Quantity Surveyor (233213)

Bachelor of Construction (Quantity Surveying)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Bachelor of Construction (Quantity Surveying)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Construction

Surveyor (232212)

Bachelor of Surveying

Bachelor of Surveying

Construction

Urban and Regional Planner (232611)

Bachelors degree (or higher) in environmental or resource planning

Bachelors degree (or higher) in environmental or resource planning

Education

Special Education Teachers nec (Conductor (Conductive Education Practitioner)) (241599)

Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) Conductive Education

or Diploma in Conductive Education (Conductor – Teacher)

AND

membership of New Zealand Conductors’ Association

Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) Conductive Education

or Diploma in Conductive Education (Conductor – Teacher)

AND

membership of New Zealand Conductors’ Association

Education

University Lecturer (242111)

Masters Degree (Level 9) or Doctorate (level 10)

Masters Degree (Level 9) or Doctorate (Level 10)

AND

a minimum of twelve months' work experience as a university lecturer (or a post doctoral fellow)

Engineering

Chemical Engineer (233111), Materials Engineer (233112), Civil Engineer (233211), Geotechnical Engineer (233212), Structural Engineer (233214), Transport Engineer (233215), Electrical Engineer (233311), Electronics Engineer (233411), Industrial Engineer (233511), Mechanical Engineer (233512), Production or Plant Engineer (233513), Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) (233611), Petroleum Engineer (233612), Aeronautical Engineer (233911), Agricultural Engineer (233912), Biomedical Engineer (233913), Environmental Engineer (233915), Marine Designer (233916), Engineering Professionals nec (233999)

A Washington Accord accredited engineering degree

OR

Either a qualification comparable to a:

Bachelor of Engineering, or

Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours), or Master of Engineering degree

OR

A qualification at Level 7 or higher with a letter from IPENZ certifying that the degree and any further learning meets the academic requirements for registration as a ‘Chartered Professional Engineer’ in New Zealand

OR

NZ registration as a ‘Chartered Professional Engineer’

A Washington Accord accredited engineering degree

OR

Either a qualification comparable to a:

Bachelor of Engineering, or

Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours), or Master of Engineering degree

OR

A qualification at Level 7 or higher with a letter from IPENZ certifying that the degree and any further learning meets the academic requirements for registration as a ‘Chartered Professional Engineer’ in New Zealand

OR

NZ registration as a ‘Chartered Professional Engineer’

Engineering

Civil Engineering Technician (312212)

National Diploma in Civil Engineering (Applied) (Level 6)

AND

a minimum of three years’ work experience including a minimum of 12 months' relevant post-qualification work experience in the past 18 months

National Diploma in Civil Engineering (Applied) (Level 6)

AND

a minimum of three years’ work experience including a minimum of 12 months' relevant post-qualification work experience in the past 18 months

Engineering

Electrical Engineering Technician (312312)

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

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

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

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience

Engineering

Electronic Engineering Technician (312412)

National Diploma in Engineering (Electrotechnology) (Level 6) (Electronics)

OR

relevant Bachelor Degree (Level 7) qualification (for example, Bachelor of Technology in Electronics, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering)

AND

a minimum of three years’ work experience

AND

a minimum of 12 months' relevant post-qualification work experience in the last 18 months

National Diploma in Engineering (Electrotechnology) (Level 6) (Electronics)

OR

relevant Bachelor Degree (Level 7) qualification (for example, Bachelor of Technology in Electronics, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering)

AND

a minimum of three years’ work experience

AND

a minimum of 12 months' relevant post-qualification work experience in the last 18 months

Finance / Business

External Auditor (221213), Internal Auditor (221214)

External Auditor: Bachelor Degree (Level 7) qualification majoring in accountancy or Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting (Level 7)

AND

membership or provisional membership with the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants

AND

a minimum of one year's relevant post-qualification work experience.

Internal Auditor: Certified Internal Auditor qualification.

External Auditor: Bachelor Degree (Level 7) qualification majoring in accountancy or Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting (Level 7)

AND

membership or provisional membership with the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants

AND

a minimum of one year's relevant post-qualification work experience.

Internal Auditor: Certified Internal Auditor qualification.

Finance / Business

Supply and Distribution Manager (Procurement Professional) (133611)

A minimum of five years' relevant work experience

AND

the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply's (CIPS) (Level 6) Graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supply

A minimum of five years' relevant work experience

AND

the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply's (CIPS) (Level 6) Graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supply

Health and Social Services

Anaesthetist (253211)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

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) 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) or equivalent

Health and Social Services

Audiologist (252711)

Master of Audiology

Master of Audiology

Health and Social Services

Cardiac Technician (Clinical Cardiac Physiologist including Perfusionist) (311212)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Technology or Science (Cardiovascular Perfusion) OR Master of Science (Cardiovascular Perfusion)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Technology or Science (Cardiovascular Perfusion) OR Master of Science (Cardiovascular Perfusion)

Health and Social Services

Clinical Psychologist (272311), Educational Psychologist (272312)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Master of Psychology OR Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Master of Psychology OR Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology)

Health and Social Services

Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist (253917)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Dietitian (251111)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Science OR Bachelor of Consumer and Applied Sciences (majoring in Human Nutrition), AND Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Science OR Bachelor of Consumer and Applied Sciences (majoring in Human Nutrition), AND Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics)

Health and Social Services

General Medical Practitioner (253111)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional general, general, provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional general, general, provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Hospital Pharmacist (251511)

Industrial Pharmacist (251512)

Retail Pharmacist (251513)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Bachelor of Pharmacy)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Bachelor of Pharmacy)

Health and Social Services

Intensive Care Specialist (253317)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Medical Diagnostic Radiographer (including Medical Resonance Imaging Technologist) (251211)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor in Health Science specialising in Medical Radiation Therapy OR specialising in Medical Imaging)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor in Health Science specialising in Medical Radiation Therapy OR specialising in Medical Imaging)

Health and Social Services

Medical Radiation Therapist (251212)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor in Health Science specialising in Medical Radiation Therapy OR specialising in Medical Imaging)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor in Health Science specialising in Medical Radiation Therapy OR specialising in Medical Imaging)

Health and Social Services

Nuclear Medicine Technologist (251213)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: Bachelor in Health Science specialising in Medical Radiation Therapy OR specialising in Medical Imaging OR Bachelor or Post-Graduate degree in Nuclear Medicine)

NZ registration.

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: Bachelor in Health Science specialising in Medical Radiation Therapy OR specialising in Medical Imaging OR Bachelor or Post-Graduate degree in Nuclear Medicine)

Health and Social Services

Medical Laboratory Scientist – including Cytotechnologist (Cytoscientist) (234611)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science)

Health and Social Services

Medical Oncologist (253314)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Midwife (254111)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Bachelor of Midwifery)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Bachelor of Midwifery)

Health and Social Services

Registered Nurse (Aged Care) (254412)

NZ Registration AND three years’ experience working as a registered Nurse with adults (Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are a Bachelor of Nursing)

NZ Registration AND three years’ experience working as a registered Nurse with adults (Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are a Bachelor of Nursing)

Health and Social Services

Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) (254415)

NZ Registration AND three years’ experience working as a registered Critical/Emergency Nurse (Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are a Bachelor of Nursing)

NZ Registration AND three years’ experience working as a registered Critical/Emergency Nurse (Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are a Bachelor of Nursing)

Health and Social Services

Registered Nurse (Medical) (254418)

NZ Registration AND three years’ experience working as a registered Medical Nurse (Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are a Bachelor of Nursing)

NZ Registration AND three years’ experience working as a registered Medical Nurse (Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are a Bachelor of Nursing)

Health and Social Services

Registered Nurse (Perioperative) (254423)

NZ Registration AND three years’ experience working as a registered Perioperative Nurse (Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are a Bachelor of Nursing)

NZ Registration AND three years’ experience working as a registered Perioperative Nurse (Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are a Bachelor of Nursing)

Health and Social Services

Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (253913)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional general or general scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional general or general scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Occupational Therapists (252411)

NZ registration

AND

a minimum of two years' relevant post-qualification work experience

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

OR

Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy strand))

NZ registration

AND

a minimum of two years' relevant post-qualification work experience

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

OR

Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy strand))

Health and Social Services

Osteopath (252112)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Master degree in Osteopathy)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Master degree in Osteopathy)

Health and Social Services

Pathologist (253915)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Physicist (Medical) (234914)

Masters degree in Medical Physics

Masters degree in Medical Physics

Health and Social Services

Physiotherapist (252511)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Bachelor of Physiotherapy)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Bachelor of Physiotherapy)

Health and Social Services

Psychiatrist (253411)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Radiation Oncologist (253918)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Renal Medicine Specialist (253322)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Social Worker (272511)

Bachelor Degree (specialising in Social Work)

OR

Graduate Diploma (specialising in Social Work)

OR

Post Graduate Diploma (specialising in Social Work)

OR

Masters (specialising in Social Work)

OR

an equivalent qualification as assessed by the Social Workers Registration Board

Bachelor Degree (specialising in Social Work)

OR

Graduate Diploma (specialising in Social Work)

OR

Post Graduate Diploma (specialising in Social Work)

OR

Masters (specialising in Social Work)

OR

an equivalent qualification as assessed by the Social Workers Registration Board

Health and Social Services

Sonographer (251214)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultra Sonography)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultra Sonography)

Health and Social Services

Specialist Physician in Palliative Medicine (253399)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Speech Language Therapist (252712)

Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy

OR Master of Speech and Language Therapy Practice

Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy

OR Master of Speech and Language Therapy Practice

Health and Social Services

Surgeon (General) (253511)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

NZ registration within a relevant provisional vocational or vocational scope of practice with the Medical Council of New Zealand

(Qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

Health and Social Services

Veterinarian (234711)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Bachelor of Veterinary Science OR equivalent, approved by the Veterinary Council of New Zealand)

NZ registration.

(A qualification in this area of absolute skill shortage is: a Bachelor of Veterinary Science OR equivalent, approved by the Veterinary Council of New Zealand)

ICT, Electronics and Telecommunications

Multimedia Designer (Film Animator) (232413)

Minimum of three years specialist work experience in film animation in Maya, Soft Image/ XSI, 3D Studio Max, Combustion, After Effects, Unix, Linux, C, C++, Perl, GUI, CGI

Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design (Level 7) OR Postgraduate Diploma of Computer Graphic Design (Level 8) OR Bachelor degree (Level 7) specialising in Information Technology (Computer Science, Information Systems or other Information Technology)* OR Bachelor degree (Level 7) specialising in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology* AND minimum of three years specialist work experience in film animation.

ICT, Electronics and Telecommunications

Specialist Managers nec (Management & Project Management staff) (135112)

Bachelor of Applied Science (Level 7) specialising in Telecommunications

OR

Bachelor of Electronic Commerce (Level 7)

OR

Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7) (specialising in Electrical Engineering and/or Electronic Engineering)

OR

Bachelor Degree (Level 7) specialising in Information Technology (Computer Science or Information Systems)

AND

a minimum of three years' relevant post-qualification work experience with at least 12 months relevant work experience in the past 18 months

Bachelor of Applied Science (Level 7) specialising in Telecommunications

OR

Bachelor of Electronic Commerce (Level 7)

OR

Bachelor of Engineering (Level 7) (specialising in Electrical Engineering and/or Electronic Engineering)

OR

Bachelor Degree (Level 7) specialising in Information Technology (Computer Science or Information Systems)

AND

a minimum of three years' relevant post-qualification work experience with a minimum of 12 months' relevant work experience in the past 18 months

ICT, Electronics and Telecommunications

ICT Project Manager (135112), Organisation and Methods Analyst (224712), ICT Business Analyst (261111), Systems Analyst (261112), Multimedia Analyst (261211),

Web Developer (261212), Analyst Programmer (261311), Developer Programmer (261312), Software Engineer (261313), Software Tester (261314), Software and Applications Programmers nec (261399), Database Administrator (262111), ICT Security Specialist (262112), Systems Administrator (262113), Computer Network and Systems Engineer (263111), Network Administrator (263112), Network Analyst (263113), ICT Quality Assurance Engineer (263211), ICT Support Engineer (263212),

ICT Systems Test Engineer (263213), ICT Support and Test Engineers nec (263299), Telecommunications Engineer (263311), Telecommunications Network Engineer (263312), ICT Customer Support Officer (Technical advice and Consultancy) (313112)

Bachelor degree (Level 7) specialising in Information Technology (Computer Science, Information Systems or other Information Technology)* OR Bachelor degree (Level 7) specialising in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology* AND a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience.

Bachelor degree (Level 7) specialising in Information Technology (Computer Science, Information Systems or other Information Technology)* OR Bachelor degree (Level 7) specialising in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology* AND a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience.

Recreation, Hospitality and Tourism

Chef (351311)

Either National Certificate in Hospitality (Professional Cookery) Level 4

OR National Certificate in Hospitality (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)

Either National Certificate in Hospitality (Professional Cookery) Level 4

OR National Certificate in Hospitality (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)

Science

Other Spatial Scientist (232214)

Bachelor degree specialising in Geography or Computer Science

AND

A minimum of two years' relevant post-qualification work experience in GIS applications (Key Application/Systems include: ESRI – ARC/GIS; ARC/INFO ARC/SDE; Intergraph GeoMedia; Pitney Bowes MapInfo; GE Smallworld; Oracle Spatial; PostGIS/Postgres; MS SQL Server 2008; Bentley Maps, Geographic; Erdas; Geoserver; Safe FME)

Bachelor degree specialising in Geography or Computer Science

AND

A minimum of two years' relevant post-qualification work experience in GIS applications (Key Application/Systems include: ESRI – ARC/GIS; ARC/INFO ARC/SDE; Intergraph GeoMedia; Pitney Bowes MapInfo; GE Smallworld; Oracle Spatial; PostGIS/Postgres; MS SQL Server 2008; Bentley Maps, Geographic; Erdas; Geoserver; Safe FME)

Science

Environmental Research Scientist (234313)

Bachelor of Science specialising in Environmental Studies or Bachelor of Applied Science specialising in Environmental Studies

AND

a minimum of one years' relevant post-qualification work experience

Bachelor of Science specialising in Environmental Studies or Bachelor of Applied Science specialising in Environmental Studies

AND

a minimum of one years' relevant post-qualification work experience

Science

Food Technologist (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 post-qualification work experience in the industry

Bachelor of Science (Food Science)

OR

Bachelor of Technology (Food Science)

OR

Bachelor of Engineering (Food Engineering)

AND

a minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification work experience in the industry

Science

Life Scientist (Regulatory Toxicologist) (234599)

Bachelor degree in toxicology or ecotoxicology OR bachelor degree in a related science (such as chemistry, biology or pharmacology) and a post graduate toxicology or ecotoxicology qualification

Bachelor degree in toxicology or ecotoxicology OR bachelor degree in a related science (such as chemistry, biology or pharmacology) and a post graduate toxicology or ecotoxicology qualification

Science

Statistician (Fisheries Modeller) (224113)

Masters or PhD in Science or Statistics

AND

a minimum of one year’s relevant post-qualification work experience

Masters or PhD in Science or Statistics

AND

a minimum of one year’s relevant post-qualification work experience

Trades

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

Trades

Diesel Motor Mechanic (including Heavy Vehicle Inspector) (321212)

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

AND

a minimum of three years' relevant post-qualification work experience

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

AND

a minimum of three years' relevant post-qualification work experience

Trades

Electrician (General) (341111)

New Zealand Electrical Registration

New Zealand Electrical Registration

Trades

Electric Line Mechanic (342211)

NZ registration as a line mechanic with the Electrical Workers Registration Board

(qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Distribution) (Level 4) or National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Transmission) (Level 4))

NZ registration as a line mechanic with the Electrical Workers Registration Board

(qualifications in this area of absolute skill shortage are: National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Distribution) (Level 4) or National Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Transmission) (Level 4))

Transport

Ship's Officer (231214)

Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more) Certificate of Competency (issued in accordance with Regulation II/1 of the International Convention on Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW78 as amended) and subject to recognition by Maritime New Zealand

AND

a minimum one year’s relevant post-certification work experience

No bonus points available via this column

Transport

Ship's Engineer (231212)

Marine Engineer Class 3 (Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch on ships of 750 kilowatts or more) Certificate of Competency (issued in accordance with Regulation III/1 of the International Convention on Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW78 as amended) and subject to recognition by Maritime New Zealand)

AND

a minimum three years’ relevant post-certification work experience

No bonus points available via this column

Transport

Ship's Master (231213)

Master of a Foreign Going Ship (Master on ships of 3,000 gross tonnage or more) Certificate of Competency (issued in accordance with Regulation II/2 of the International Convention on Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW78 as amended) and subject to recognition by maritime New Zealand)

AND

a minimum three years’ relevant post-certification work experience

No bonus points available via this column

* Specialisations refer to categories within the New Zealand Standard Classification of Education (NZSCED).

Note 1: Overseas qualifications must be comparable to the standard of the New Zealand qualification listed or a qualification listed in the NZSCED category.

Note 2: Where work experience is included as a requirement it applies to all qualifications listed for the occupation (unless otherwise indicated).

Note 3: Qualifications held by applicants claiming points based on this list under the Skilled Migrant Category must be recognised under Skilled Migrant Category.

Note 4: Where New Zealand registration is specified as a requirement and states "a qualification(s) in this area of absolute skill shortage is/are…", a person only needs to hold the particular New Zealand registration and to have undertaken any necessary work experience in order to meet the requirements of the list. In these cases, qualifications are listed only for the purposes of people applying for work visas under WF4.1.

Note 5: A "New Zealand Certificate" or "New Zealand Diploma" is deemed to be equivalent to a particular National Certificate or Diploma if the levels stated are the same.

Effective 11/02/2013

PREVIOUS IMMIGRATION INSTRUCTIONS

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (19/02/2018)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (28/08/2017)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (27/02/2017)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (24/05/2016)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (11/04/2016)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (30/03/2015)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (17/11/2014)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (09/06/2014)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (24/03/2014)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (30/07/2012)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (19/04/2012)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (05/12/2011)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (11/07/2011)

Appendix 4 - Long Term Skill Shortage List (29/11/2010)

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