Residence pathway for Truck and bus drivers

Last year, the Government announced ongoing work on a transport sector agreement that would give a 2-year work to residence pathway for workers in critical transport occupations. The settings and eligibility requirements have just been made available. Median wage exemption for work visas Employers wanting to hire a bus driver on an Accredited Employer Work visa will have a median wage exemption set at $28 per hour (instead of $29.66). This is available effective immediately. From 26 April, eligible employers …

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Residence pathway for health support workers

Work to Residence Pathway Immigration New Zealand continues to acknowledge the critical shortage of Healthcare Workers and the ongoing need to attract and retain skilled care workers in New Zealand. People who fall under the below occupations are able to apply for residence under the Work to Residence pathway if they meet the following criteria: have employment with an Accredited Employer and holds an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) work in an occupation that is on the Care Workforce sector …

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New occupations on the Green List for health workers

What is the Green List? The Green list is a list of occupations that are in shortage in New Zealand. To attract skilled migrants, the Government is therefore offering a preferred pathway to securing residence in New Zealand for people with these skillsets. Occupations under “tier 1” of the Green list offer a straight to residence pathway. Occupations under “tier 2” offer a pathway after working for 2 years in residence. The Green List now has a total of 48 …

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New recovery visa for New Zealand

This category closed on 23 September 2023 and is no longer available. A new specific purpose ‘recovery visa’ The Recovery Visa is a new Specific Purpose Work Visa which allows employers to sponsor experts to come to New Zealand and assist with the rebuild. Early 2023, New Zealand’s North Island has been severely affected by cyclone Gabrielle and other extreme weather events. To assist with the recovery, the Government is supporting business by allowing them to quickly bring overseas experts. …

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APRIL 2023 SEMINARS: MEET US IN PERSON!

Working and Living in New Zealand Come and join us to hear us speak about working and living in New Zealand. Upcoming seminars and events! Come and meet us in person this April! Our partner recruiters at Accent Health Recruitment will discuss the following: Job opportunities and recruitment advice Relocation Advice Housing Advice Information on schooling New Zealand Shores immigration consultants will provide Immigration advice New Zealand Accredited Employer Work visa Skilled Migrant residence category and Green List occupations (Straight to …

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Major change in immigration settings add occupations to Green list

The Government has announced a major change in current immigration policy that will open doors to thousands of prospective migrants. What are the changes The changes will take place from 15 December 2022 through to March 2023 and span across several aspects of immigration policy Occupations added to the Green list Changes to tier 1, Straight-to-residence From 15 December 2022, Registered nurses, Midwives, and Specialist doctors not already on the Green List will be moved to tier 1, which means …

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CNC Machine operator/setter WANTED in NZ

A New Zealand employer based in Nelson is looking for a CNC Machine setter. The role qualifies for a 3-year work visa. You may also qualify for a residence visa, depending on your profile. The company is a highly innovative well established business that specialises in the design, development and manufacture of field rugged underwater instruments and equipment. Their highly experienced engineering team operates from Nelson, in New Zealand’s south island. The modern CNC machine shop includes a Hardinge 5 …

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Looking for boilermakers, metal fabricators, stainless steel, structural steel welders

A New Zealand employer is looking to fill the following positions as soon as possible. Up to 8 positions are available immediately. The roles all qualify for a 3-year work visa. You may also qualify for a residence visa, depending on your profile. The company is located in the North of New Zealand and is involved in all aspects of heavy engineering fabrication, from small one off jobs to large turn/key projects, including plant maintenance and repairs, and shut down …

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Chefs and hospitality workers wanted in NZ

Immigration support for hospitality and tourism sectors After consultation with employers and relevant industry bodies, the Government has decided to alleviate the requirements to bring in certain hospitality workers. These measures are targeted to support the hospitality and tourism sectors. “As the world recovers from COVID-19, labour shortages continue to be a persistent ongoing global symptom,” Immigration Minister Michael Wood said. Government announcement Lower requirements for Chefs A key catching point for the hospitality industry was Immigration’s recent requirement (released …

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JULY 2022 SEMINARS: MEET US IN SINGAPORE!

Working and Living in New Zealand – for Medical Professionals Come and join us to hear us speak about working and living as a health professional in New Zealand. SEMINAR BOOKING PERSONAL CONSULTATIONS ACCENT Health Recruitment: NZ needs health professionals Our partner recruiter Accent Health Recruitment is hosting this seminar for health professionals and will discuss the following: Job opportunities and recruitment advice Relocation Advice Housing Advice Information on schooling New Zealand Shores immigration consultants will provide Immigration advice the …

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