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 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

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)

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

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

University Lecturer

(242111)

Masters degree or PhD

Masters degree or PhD

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

Social Worker

(272511)

Bachelor of Social Work OR Graduate Diploma of Social Work

Bachelor of Social Work OR Graduate Diploma of Social Work

Telecommunications Engineering Professionals

(263311, 263312)

Engineering Professionals (233111 to 233999)

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

Auditor

(221213, 221214)

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

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

Urban and Regional Planners

(232611)

Bachelors degree (or higher) in environmental or resource planning

Bachelors degree (or higher) in environmental or resource planning

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)

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

Surveyors

(232212)

Bachelor of Surveying

Bachelor of Surveying

Quantity Surveyor

(233213)

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

Bachelor of Construction (Quantity Surveying)

Health Groups

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 (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

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

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

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

General 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

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

Anaesthetics Technician

(311211)

Diploma in Applied Science for Anaesthetics Technicians (Level 5)

Diploma in Applied Science for Anaesthetics Technicians (Level 5)

Audiologist

(252711)

Master of Audiology

Master of Audiology

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

Medical laboratory Scientist – including cytotechnologist (cytoscientist)

(311213)

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science AND

NZ registration

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

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

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

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)

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

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

Sonographer

(251214)

Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultra Sonography

Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultra Sonography

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

Osteopath

(252112)

Masters degree in Osteopathy AND NZ registration

Masters degree in Osteopathy AND NZ registration

Trades Occupations

Electrician (General)

(341111)

New Zealand Electrical Registration

New Zealand Electrical Registration

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

Diesel Motor Mechanic

(321212)

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

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

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

Cabinet Maker

(394111)

National Certificate in Furniture Making Level 4

National Certificate in Furniture Making Level 4

Boatbuilder and Repairer

(399111)

National Certificate in Boat Building Level 4

National Certificate in Boat Building Level 4

Carpenter/Joiner

(331211)

National Certificate in Carpentry Level 4

National Certificate in Carpentry Level 4

Plumber (General)

(334111)

New Zealand Plumbing Registration

New Zealand Plumbing Registration

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

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

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)

Horticultural

Occupations

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

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

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

Information Technology (IT) Professionals

Systems Analyst

(211112)

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

Senior Test Analyst

(263213)

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

(261311 to 261399)

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

(261311 to 261399)

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

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

Electronics

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

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) 

Service and Sales Workers

Chef

(351311)

National Certificate in Hospitality (Professional 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 Hospitality (Professional 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