Keep up to date with New Zealand Immigration updates & job opportunities

New government target to fill teaching gaps

08/01/202025/09/2018

400 overseas teachers wanted to fill shortage 9 months after our post on Teacher’s shortage in New Zealand, the Government announces a new target that more than doubles the recently-approved teachers relocation grants to move to New Zealand. A $5,000 relocation grant proved a great incentive for overseas teachers, particularly from South Africa, Canada, and the UK. Will you come and teach in New Zealand? Read more on the NZ Herald There are currently over 1,500 teachers jobs advertised in the …

Sourcing talents with recruitment partner Tradestaff

08/01/202028/08/2018

Tradestaff recruitment With branches all over New Zealand, our partner Tradestaff has been providing industrial employment solutions since 1996. They supply temporary and permanent workers to the trades and industrial sectors and is now industry leader in its field. Additionally, as an Immigration New Zealand accredited labour hire employer in the Christchurch region, they can bring candidates from overseas to fill skills shortages in local industries. A national presence with a local focus: solving employers’ problems throughout New Zealand. Tradestaff in …

Sourcing skilled workers with Quest recruitment

08/01/202028/08/2018

Quest Recruitment looking for staff Our partner Quest Recruitment Ltd specialises in Technical recruitment, including IT, Engineering, Automation, Technical Trades, caters for the Australasian market (New Zealand and Australia). With over 15 years of experience, Quest provides quality services for both candidates and employers alike. The saying is very true: first people moved cities, now they move countries. Quest Recruitment is urgently seeking to fill the following roles; CNC Operator Metal Fabricator Fitter Fitter / Turner Metal Machinist The …

Kiwibuild: new initiatives for the construction industry

31/08/202014/08/2018

New measures to solve construction skill shortage Immigration Minister Iain Lees-Galloway has proposed measures to solve the New Zealand skills shortage in the construction industry. A temporary KiwiBuild Skills Shortage list would be a key measure to help build the houses and infrastructure that are so desperately needed for the country. Key occupations featuring on that list would see their visa processed facilitated. Beehive.govt.nz Asian Construction Forum Streamlined immigration processes Another important measure proposed is an employer accreditation or similarly …

NZ Immigration changes rules for foreign students

14/04/202009/08/2018

Changes to post study work visa announced Today, Immigration New Zealand announced the upcoming Student Visa changes which will come into effect on 26 November 2018. It has been suggested that the study pathway has contributed to a ‘decline in the general skill level of migrants seeking residency ‘and exploitation from certain employers and education providers. Positive changes overall The changes suggested are much more positive than initially expected and may lead to great employment opportunities for applicants studying towards qualifications leading …

Changes proposed for international student post-study work rights

17/04/202008/08/2018

Changes to post study work visa announced Edit 08/08/2018: these changes are now imminent. Keep up to date with our Facebook page for live changes. Earlier this week, Immigration Minister Iain Lees-Galloway announced proposed changes to post-study work rights, in order to help eliminate migrant exploitation and ensure the skills acquired through studying in New Zealand contribute to the country’s economy. It has been suggested that the study pathway has contributed to a ‘decline in the general skill level of migrants …

Competition for Talents in New Zealand

05/06/2018

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New Zealand’s shortage in constructions workers now critical

17/04/202005/06/2018

Constructions workers shortage now critical in New Zealand. Ever since the news raised the issue, the skill shortage in the construction industry has only been getting worse. And the trend is looking grim for New Zealand employers who are struggling to find the right skillset to run their business. NZ needs more than 50,000 construction workers by 2022 to meet demand With an expected growth of 11 per cent between 2016 and 2022 for the construction industry as a whole, industry …

Medicals and X-rays for visas

17/04/202004/05/2018

Health requirements may be different depending on your visa To prove that you have an Acceptable Standard of Health (‘ASH’), you may have to provide a medical report or a chest x-ray certificate with your visa application. These must be done by an Approved Panel Physician. Only doctors and radiologists approved by Immigration New Zealand can certify your standard of health. Medicals are expensive Medical are expensive and only valid for 3 months before they are lodged with a visa application. …

New Zealand Investor and Entrepreneur visa

17/04/202001/05/2018

High decline rate for New Zealand business visas Is business migration really the best pathway for you? The New Zealand entrepreneur visa was introduced in 2014 to replace the long term business visa. If you have NZ$10 million to invest in New Zealand over a 3-year period, you can apply for New Zealand residence via the Investor 1 (Investor plus) resident visa. If you have $3m, the Investor 2 visa is an option. If you have any less, the Entrepreneur visas may be an …