Kaiwhakahaere Whatunga
Network administrators design, install and maintain computer hardware and software networks, from one-building LANs (local area networks) to worldwide WANs (wide area networks).
Network administrators usually earn
$80K-$140K per year
Kaitakawaenga Kakari
Scrum masters use the scrum software development approach to keep IT project teams on track. They also help remove obstacles to progress.
Scrum masters usually earn
$120K-$200K per year
Kairarau Matū Koiora
Biochemists study the chemical structure and function of animals, plants and micro-organisms such as bacteria and viruses. They use this research to develop medical, industrial and agricultural products.
Biochemists usually earn
$48K-$75K per year
Senior biochemists with PhDs usually earn
$76K-$130K per year
Kaihangarau Kai
Food technologists research, develop and improve food and drink products and their processing, packaging, storage and safety.
Food technologists usually earn
$68K-$115K per year
Food technologists can earn
$49K-$148K per year
Kaiwhakamahi Whakapai Wai (Paru)
Water/wastewater treatment operators run water and wastewater treatment plants. They treat water so that it is acceptable to drink. They also control the disposal of sewage and industrial wastewater.
Water/wastewater treatment operators with up to two years' experience usually earn
$48K-$70K per year
Water/wastewater treatment operators with two or more years' experience usually earn
$50K-$130K per year
Kaimahi Mīti/Mātaitai
Meat/seafood process workers process, grade and package meat, fish or shellfish for local and overseas markets. Some also slaughter animals.
Meat/seafood process workers usually earn
$48K-$86K per year
Kaiwhakamahi Wakaranga
Crane operators use cranes to move objects such as materials on construction sites, containers on wharves, and heavy parts in factories.
Crane operators usually earn
$23-$35 per hour
Experienced large crane operators usually earn
$60-$70 per hour
Kaimahi Hiko
Electricians test, install, maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment.
Electricians usually earn
$31-$51 per hour
Electricians can earn
$23-$63 per hour
Kaihangarau/Kaihoahoa Mataaro Metarahi
Civil engineering technicians/draughtspeople plan and draw the technical details for building and repairing roads, bridges, buildings and other structures.
Civil engineering technicians/draughtspeople with one to four years' experience usually earn
$50K-$70K per year
Civil engineering technicians/draughtspeople with more than four years' experience usually earn
$70K-$110K per year
Kaihanga Kapata Taonga
Cabinet makers make and repair fittings and furniture for homes, businesses and boats.
Cabinet makers usually earn
$48K-$60K per year