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Forestry and Logging Worker

Kaimahi Waonui/Tope Rākau

Forestry and logging workers plant, maintain, measure, cut and clear trees from forests.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: >1 year

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Trainee forestry and logging workers usually earn
$49K-$65K per year

Qualified forestry and logging workers usually earn
$65K-$75K per year

Microbiologists study micro-organisms, such as bacteria, viruses and fungi, and the effects they have on plants, animals and humans. They also develop products from micro-organisms to benefit humans or the environment.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 3-9 years

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Microbiologists usually earn
$49K-$75K per year

Senior microbiologists usually earn
$75K-$130K per year

Science Technician

Kaihangarau Pūtaiao

Science technicians help scientists carry out research, testing and experiments in areas such as chemistry, earth sciences, life sciences and physical sciences.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 2-5 years

Manufacturing and technology
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Science technicians usually earn an average of
$52K per year

Dog Trainer

Kaiako Kurī

Dog trainers train dogs and diagnose and treat their behaviour problems.

Job opportunities: Poor

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Dog trainers can earn
$49K-$50K per year

Agricultural/Horticultural Field Representative

Māngai Taiao Ahuwhenua

Agricultural/horticultural field representatives sell products such as farm equipment, and advise clients on crop and livestock management.

Job opportunities: Good

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Agricultural/horticultural field representatives with up to three years’ experience usually earn
$55K-$90K per year

Agricultural/horticultural field representatives with more than three years' experience usually earn
$90K-$120K per year

Hunter/Trapper

Kaikimi/Kaihopu Kararehe

Hunters and trappers shoot or trap animals to remove pests and control disease, and for food, fur, or research.

Job opportunities: Average

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Pay for hunters and trappers depends on the type of work they do and their experience.

Gardener

Kaitiaki Māra

Gardeners plant and maintain lawns, trees, shrubs and flowers in public or private gardens and parks.

Job opportunities: Average

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Gardeners usually earn
$47-$60 per hour

Beekeeper

Kaitiaki Pī

Beekeepers look after beehives in apiaries that produce honey, wax, pollen and other bee products. They may also offer pollination services to horticultural and seed crop producers.