Jobs In New Zealand For Engineers

If you are one of those who have completed their bachelors in technology and want to work abroad, New Zealand offers some great opportunities.

The procedure for getting a job as an engineer in New Zealand is quite simple. If the job offered to you is in the skill shortage list and you have the qualifications and experience to match, getting a work visa will be easier.Either ways if your job does not meet the skill shortage list there are other work and resident options available.

Given below is the list of some of the jobs you will find in the skill shortage list –

Jobs In New Zealand For Engineers

  • Chemical engineer
  • Civil engineer
  • Construction engineer
  • Civil engineering technician
  • Civil engineering draughts person
  • Electrical engineer
  • Environmental engineer
  • Instrument and electrical engineer
  • Mechanical engineer
  • Mining engineer
  • Petroleum engineer
  • Production engineer
  • Structural engineer
  • Transport engineer.

Visa Options

There are various visa options available for engineers. Work visas available for temporary stay but some can even lead to residence. Resident visas such as  the Skilled Migrant Category allows you to stay their forever and even enjoy some of the state funded services.

Professional Registration

Engineers in New Zealand don’t need to get registered by law but if you are registered it will help you in getting a good job. If you  have got a job offer you can apply for a work visa.

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