Increased visa processing times over the next 3 months

Visa processing time to peak over summer Immigration New Zealand is currently receiving very high numbers of applications, and the busy period is expected to continue until March 2019. You should wait until your application is completed before you make travel plans New Zealand is an incredibly popular destination, and even more so over summer, when visitors flow in to visit our great outdoors, and students seek visas for January and July intakes. Processing times (INZ website) How does this …

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Tyler Wren – Recruiting experienced professionals

Having over 40 years combined experience recruiting in New Zealand, Tyler Wren’s team is here to manage your job search. “We exist because NZ businesses want to hire the best people, whether they are based in NZ or much further afield. That’s why our local and offshore recruiters source exclusively for NZ.” If you are in: Legal – both Solicitors and Support Staff Accountancy – Professional Services Insurance Engineering – Building Consultancy Then we are likely to be able to …

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Salary thresholds for Essential Skills Work Visa and Skilled Migrant Category updated

As policy is updated, the information below may no longer be current. Please contact us to ensure you get the latest information). Updates to remuneration thresholds (Essential Skills and Skilled Migrant visas) Immigration New Zealand partly relies on remuneration thresholds to determine the skill level of an occupation and the duration of a visa that may be granted. Thresholds increase on 26 November 2018   The Essential Skills work visa and Skilled Migrant Category resident visa have just seen their …

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English language test for foreign teachers could be waived

Will the IELTS test be waived for overseas teachers wanting to work in NZ? A review of language requirements for foreign teachers is being considered. It has been argued the the mandatory English proficiency test (IELTS) constitutes a barrier to qualified overseas teachers to come work in New Zealand and is not a good indicator of their English proficiency. There are many cases of fluent speakers failing at a test that has been described at incredibly difficult, or even native speakers …

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Southern District Health Board looking for health specialists

Health Specialists wanted The Southern District Health Board is looking for qualified and experienced health specialists. Great employment opportunities and swift visa process with an Accredited Employer   Medical specialists are in demand in New Zealand Southern DHB is after the following profiles: Critical Care Registered Nurse Anaesthetic Technician Orthoptist Senior Physiotherapist Clinical Psychologist Ear Nose & Throat Surgeon Neonatologist Registered Nurse – Mental Health Obstetrics and Gynaecology Consultant   Apply now

New government target to fill teaching gaps

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 …

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Sourcing talents with recruitment partner Tradestaff

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 …

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Sourcing skilled workers with Quest recruitment

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 …

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Kiwibuild: new initiatives for the construction industry

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 …

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NZ Immigration changes rules for foreign students

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 …

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