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Gaining employment anywhere can seem
daunting for most people. However, don't worry, New Zealand is much
like every other country and it is quite a straight forward process.
You can apply for a job "in person" by submitting your resume
/ CV or go through a recruitment agency. There are numerous avenues
to pursue and a lot of help is available along the way.
If your resume is favourable to the employer, you will be required
to attend between one to three interviews with management and possibly
other members of the organisation. This of course depends on the industry
and job type you are applying for. There may also be various other
regulatory issues to overcome depending on your role. If successful,
you will be called by the interviewer and a position will be offered,
usually in the form of a formal offer and employment contract.
To help you get started, we suggest reading the following information,
which will give you an idea of the basic things you need to think
about. There is also a couple of contacts to get the job hunting process
going.
When looking at options to work in New Zealand - there are three main
factors to consider:
Immigration:
This is one of the simplest parts of the process, yet it always seems
to be the most daunting. The visa process can take anywhere between
six weeks to six months - often inaccurate and incomplete paperwork
is the cause of most delays. It is advisable to use an immigration
consultant.
Around 50 per cent of applications are held up because of poor paperwork.
By working closely with an immigration consultant, people can dramatically
the time it takes to relocate. With the right paperwork it can take
one day to secure a work permit from New Zealand House.
Workers under the age of 30 are eligible for a one year working visa.
After a year they can then apply for a work permit which is valid
for as long as they keep their job. New Zealand immigration works
on a points-based system and usually the points received for having
a job offer in a skilled profession is sufficient enough for residency
to be granted. Those over 30 years of age can apply for a work permit
and then residency.
Registration:
This process can be very complicated and each regulatory body operates
under different systems. It is advisable to give yourself 6 months
to get registered - some employers will not consider candidates for
interview until they are fully registered in NZ. You will also need
your full or provisional registration in NZ to get a work permit for
employment.
Relocation:
Very rarely will you be offered flights and accommodation - unless
you are committing to a permanent position and the employer has it
in their budget and it is policy for them to provide such incentives.
When relocating, it is advisable to use a relocation consultant.
Canstaff have a head office in Christchurch with offices throughout
the South Island. Canstaff has many years experience in assisting
International candidates with various aspects of their relocation
as well as other areas of assistance through our affiliation with
other professional service providers.
Canstaff offer a professional service and have assisted hundreds of
candidates in job placements, within the local market, relocating
within New Zealand as well as International relocation. Canstaff are best
able to accurately assess a candidates skills and match them to an
employer where their skills will be valued.
Expats downunder recommend using Canstaff to take care of all your
employment solutions. Canstaff themselves have employed numerous immigrants
who bring knowledge and understanding of the relocation process required
for anyone contemplating the move to New Zealand.
Healthcare professionals from all areas are needed in New Zealand,
with acute shortages in mental health, orthopaedics, radiology, surgery
and anaesthesiology. General practitioners are also in high demand.
Healthcare professionals have been welcomed into New Zealand for centuries
and the demand is growing. The New Zealand government has put more
funding into the District Health Boards (DHB's) and they are working
on the waiting lists to improve patient times. Therefore they are
increasing staffing numbers. Private hospitals too are increasing
the numbers of staff.
Candidates from overseas are seen as bonus to the NZ health system
- not only do they bring experience and "new blood" - they
also have knowledge and skills that are only gained in other countries.
There is a global shortage of healthcare professionals - New Zealand
is certainly no exception.
ACCENT has several tips for people applying to immigrate to New Zealand:
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Make sure you know everything that is required. |
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Moving to a different country is a major
undertaking, so make sure you allocate enough time to organize
everything well in advance. |
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Be patient when looking for the right job
and waiting to hear back from government agencies. Make sure
all of the requested information is provided and correct. |
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Follow up regularly with your recruitment
company - keep open with the communication and preferably deal
with only one company and who is based in New Zealand. |
ExpatsDownunder suggest you use Accent for
recruitment in the medical profession.
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