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  • Our NZ way of working

    … and prepared to adjust to the New Zealand way of working. One thing your employer and work colleagues will be … and work independently, and we know that collaborating and working with others is essential for getting things done. … One thing that has a big impact on our particular way of working is the size of our businesses and organisations. A …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/our-nz-way-of-working
  • Working Holidays

    … Travelling with a Working Holiday Visa (WHV) is an easy low-cost way to see … is available in some areas. Advantages of a Working Holiday Visa: Stay for longer - With a WHV you can … local people Stretch your budget Leave and return Start working straight away See more of New Zealand, and then …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/working-holidays
  • International events & expos

    … upcoming events. Title Event Holder Industry Location Date Working and Living in New Zealand for Health Professionals … Healthcare Houten, Netherlands 29 - 30 March 2025 Working and Living in New Zealand for Health Professionals … Health Recruitment Healthcare Manchester, UK 2 April, 2025 Working and Living in New Zealand for Health Professionals …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/events-expos
  • Visas for New Zealand

    … Zealand Information about NZeTA | Immigration New Zealand Working remotely from New Zealand If you are on Visitor Visa … as Specific Purpose Work Visa or Business Visitor Visa. Working remotely in New Zealand on a visitor visa | … about Business Visitor Visa | Immigration New Zealand Working Holiday Visa Working holiday visas are available to …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/move-to-new-zealand/visas-for-new-zealand
  • Study in New Zealand

    … Explore visa options to study | Immigration New Zealand Working after study If you are thinking of working here after your study, there are requirements that …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/study-in-new-zealand
  • Moving to New Zealand with a Pacific Access Category (PAC) Resident visa

    … Visa migrants talking about their experience of living and working in New Zealand, and how it is different from the … stories   "In New Zealand there is more clock watching and working to a timetable. I have to work quicker. " Read Ritia's story What is working in New Zealand like? Be prepared to work hard in New …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/moving-from-the-pacific-islands/moving-with-a-pacific-access-category-visa
  • Moving to New Zealand with a Samoan Quota Resident Visa

    … Visa migrants talk about their experience living and working in New Zealand and how it is different from Samoa. …     Videos of successful Samoa Quota migrants   What is working in New Zealand like? Be prepared to work hard in New … Find out from friends and family about their experience working in New Zealand. Ask them: What is different about …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/moving-from-the-pacific-islands/moving-to-new-zealand-with-a-samoan-quota-resident-visa
  • Government services for returning New Zealanders

    … system. It allows you to use your periods of Australian working age residence between the age of 20 and the … you arrive in New Zealand, particularly if you will be working here. You can find the form on the IRD website.  If … to find your IRD number | IRD Getting an IR number | IRD   Working for families If your children are New Zealand …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/nzreturnservices
  • Financial assistance

    … including parental leave when you have a baby and the Working for Families package of benefits help with the costs … New parents are entitled to parental leave in New Zealand. Working for Families benefits Working for Families is a package of benefits that can help …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/money-tax/financial-assistance
  • Agriculture & forestry

    … Dairy farming You can find information about living and working on New Zealand dairy farms in our detailed guide.   Guide: Working on a New Zealand dairy farm Seasonal work for working holiday visa holders New Zealand's horticulture …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/agriculture-forestry
  • Moving from the Pacific Islands

    … stories   "In New Zealand there is more clock watching and working to a timetable. I have to work quicker. " Read Ritia's story View all stories Living and working in New Zealand can be very different. Wages may be … are different too - employers may have different ways of working. Temperatures here are colder than the Pacific and it …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/moving-from-the-pacific-islands
  • Civil Engineer jobs in New Zealand

    … agencies or infrastructure and utility companies. Working in New Zealand as a civil engineer "I've done three … may be easier to apply for a visa. Varied work You may be working on large-scale infrastructure projects, some of them … New Zealand is more varied than back home. Or you may be working on smaller projects that let you stay involved in the …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/engineering/civil-engineer-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Government services for Australians in New Zealand

    … system. It allows you to use your periods of Australian working age residence between the age of 20 and the … you arrive in New Zealand, particularly if you will be working here. You can find the form on the IRD website.  If … the normal deduction rate. Getting an IR number | IRD   Working for families If your children are Australian citizens …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/australianinnz
  • Employment rights

    … to annual leave, there are 11 public holiday days. Working on a public holiday If you work on a public holiday, … conditions | Immigration New Zealand Leave and rights for working parents New Zealand employers are supportive of working parents. Many new parents are entitled to paid …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/employment-rights
  • Support in the workplace

    … how we do things here. Guide to New Zealand workplaces Working in construction Working in aged care Working on a dairy farm Working in Hospitality     If English …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/support-in-the-workplace
  • Mechanical Engineer jobs in New Zealand

    … opportunities for mechanical engineers Kiwis believe in working hard and getting ahead. But we're alsowant committed … You might also lead the delivery of a project you're working on. There are fewer specialists and more generalists, … of life New Zealand has the work-life balance just right. Working hard and getting ahead is important to us. We’re a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/engineering/mechanical-engineer-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Tips for success

    … in some aspects compared to Kiwis going for the same job. Working through the items on this checklist will help you … out our Māori culture page for some links. Our NZ way of working Guide to New Zealand workplaces Māori Culture 2. … | Volunteering New Zealand Can I do unpaid work while working in New Zealand? | Immigration New Zealand Returning …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/finding-applying-for-jobs/tips-for-success
  • Construction project manager jobs in New Zealand

    … projects of various sizes and often involves working on smaller projects - from start to finish - that … of life New Zealand has the work-life balance just right. Working hard and getting ahead is important to us. We’re a … want to assess your experience, skills, and background in working on relevant projects. Overseas-trained construction …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/construction/construction-project-manager-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Sonography jobs in New Zealand

    … are part-time, especially those with children. Working conditions are excellent and our world-class public … Sonography by the numbers   Average weekly working hours for public sector sonographers: 30 Number of … of life New Zealand has the work-life balance just right. Working hard and getting ahead is important to us. We’re a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/healthcare/sonography-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Show that you can work in a New Zealand way

    … it is helpful to show that you can fit in with this way of working. When talking about subjects like leadership, you … equally and with respect. If you are not a manager, working in a Kiwi way means that you need to be able to work … on your manager to make every decision for you. The working style is different here — people are not as blunt or …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/finding-applying-for-jobs/succeeding-in-job-interviews/show-that-you-can-work-in-a-new-zealand-way
  • Thanks!

    … the key steps to making your dream a reality. Learn about working in New Zealand You may need a job offer in order to get a visa. Working here is also a great way to get settled, join your … market & key industries Getting job-ready Our NZ way of working Finding & applying for jobs Learn about life in New …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/updatethankyou2
  • Developer programmer jobs in New Zealand

    … sizes - from large global exporters to even cool startups. Working conditions are excellent and New Zealand's booming … of life New Zealand has the work-life balance just right. Working hard and getting ahead is important to us. We’re a … it happen 1. Find your niche Whether you’re interested in working for a large tech exporter or a digital start-up, New …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/information-technology/developer-programmer-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Jobs in Auckland

    …   Tips to find work Job market overview Our NZ way of working Support in the workplace New Zealand’s largest and … Times Local Newspapers - Auckland Job search help Working in Auckland Auckland is looking for top talent. Sign … seekers, and offers workshops to offer further advice on working in NZ. Work and Income New Zealand (WINZ) - …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/auckland/jobs-employment
  • Volunteering in New Zealand

    … want. Here are some questions to ask yourself: Do I prefer working by myself or with others? Do I want the chance to … may also be needed, especially if you are going to be working with young children or vulnerable people. It is a … have a supervisor / who would you report to? Will you be working with other people? Do they provide training or other …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/tips-for-settling-in/volunteering-in-new-zealand
  • Software engineer jobs in New Zealand

    … of living in one of the world’s most beautiful countries. Working conditions are excellent and New Zealand encourages a … of life New Zealand has the work-life balance just right. Working hard and getting ahead is important to us. We’re a … or Trade Me Jobs  - general job vacancy sites Workhere or Working In New Zealand  match offshore workers with Kiwi …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/information-technology/software-engineer-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Quantity surveyor jobs in New Zealand

    … projects of various sizes and often involves working on smaller projects  - from start to finish - that … of life New Zealand has the work-life balance just right. Working hard and getting ahead is important to us. We’re a … or Trade Me Jobs  - general job vacancy sites Workhere or Working In New Zealand  match offshore workers with Kiwi …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/construction/quantity-surveyor-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Make your overseas experience relevant to New Zealand

    … it can show that you are familiar with Kiwi ways of working and you may require less training when you start with the company. You may only have experience working for companies overseas. You need to think about how …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/finding-applying-for-jobs/succeeding-in-job-interviews/make-your-overseas-experience-relevant-to-new
  • Jobs in Dunedin & Otago

    …   Tips to find work Job market overview Our NZ way of working Support in the workplace With five distinct … experiences the region is famous for.  Travellers on a Working Holiday visa can move easily from summer to winter …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/otago/jobs-employment
  • Jobs in the West Coast

    …   Tips to find work Job market overview Our NZ way of working Support in the workplace Originally a gold rush … the economy and employment.  The recent success of remote working options has lead to more people moving to this …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/west-coast/jobs-employment
  • Do your life's best work in New Zealand

    … & applying for jobs Employment rights Our NZ way of working Visas to work Getting job-ready Job websites & … can be used as a step towards gaining residence, and the Working holiday visa is designed for young people aged 18-30. … of life New Zealand has the work-life balance just right. Working hard and getting ahead is important to us. We’re a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/usamigrantinfo
  • Maintaining your property

    … smoke alarms Owners and tenants should make sure there are working smoke alarms installed in the house. Many … night when people are sleeping and do not smell the smoke. Working smoke alarms are the best way to make sure you and …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/housing/maintaining-your-property
  • Qualifications and occupational registration

    … for a standard application. The process takes up to 25 working days to complete once all documents have been … is available with a guaranteed processing time of up to 10 working days. This costs an additional $404. If your industry …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/finding-applying-for-jobs/qualifications-and-occupational-registration

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