Into the Future
K i Te P a e r a n g i
A Career Guide for the Nelson Tasman Region
2012
Introduc on
‘Into the Future’ is a career guide for the Nelson Tasman Region. It is designed for all ages and focusses on our region’s five primary industries of Fruit &
Vegetable Growers, Forestry, Seafood, Agriculture and Tourism. These ‘Famous Five’ drive our region’s employment and economy. Each primary industry
(ahumahi whenua) and its associated manufacturing is serviced by a core group of support sectors (ahumahi tautoko), featured later in this guide.
This guide has been produced by the Nelson Regional Economic Development Agency (EDA) in collabora on with Nelson Marlborough Ins tute of Technology
(NMIT), Careers NZ (CNZ), Nelson City Council (NCC), Tasman District Council (TDC) & Ministry for Social Development (MSD). NMIT has contributed by gran ng permission to use its website resources, industry advisor lists, imagery and departmental informa on. CNZ allowed use of resources available within their new website (www.careers.govt.nz). Industry Training Organisa ons’ websites outlined in this guide are great sources of informa on. The Ministry for Social
Development and Department of Labour
have websites and informa on on general employment informa on, skill shortages, regional informa on & seasonal work. This guide refers to figures within the EDA’s Tracking the Regional Economy & Regional Economic Development Strategy.
If you need career informa on on the Arts,
Media, Health, Wellbeing, Retail, Social
Services and the Public Sector, industry profile informa on can be found at
www.eda.co.nz/employment-profiles or
www2.careers.govt.nz/jobs-database/
Contents Service Sectors
User Guide
Regional Career Informa on Websites Nelson Tasman Connec ons, YES & Trades Academies 2 13 Avia on - Waka Rererangi 14 Business Services - Ratonga Pakihi
Primary Industries (Famous Five)
15 Construc on - Hangatanga Hor culture 3 Vi culture 4 Engineering - Raweke Taputapu
16 Forestry - Ngaherehere
Silviculture 5 17 Wood Processing 6 Informa on and Communica on Technology
- Hangarau Whakawhi whi Whakaaro
Seafood - Mataitai
Research and Development - Mahi Rangahau 18 Sea Fishing & Processing 7 Aquaculture 8 Growers - Ahuwhenua
Natural Products - Pūtāiki Agriculture - Mahi Pāmu
Pastoral 9 Meat and Dairy Processing 10 Tourism - Tāpoi
Accommoda on & Hospitality 11 Recrea on 12 19 Addi onal Informa on
Abbrevia ons 20 ITOs & Local Training Providers 21 Skill Shortages 22 Page 1 User Guide primary industries are described later in the guide.
Each page contains informa on on:
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employment opportuni es for the industry
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educa on or training available regionally or locally, expected
salary ranges calculated in rela on to the minimum wage
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an industry descrip on summary is blackboarded in terms of
produc vity, growth, innova on and infrastructure
useful website addresses for each industry are listed inside a
box on each page
an example of a local career profile has been included for each
industry and any industry processing or manufacturing
The final pages have lists of abbrevia ons & training providers.
‘Into the Future’ is available at www.eda.co.nz
Nelson Tasman Connec ons offers school
leavers aged 15-19 years free advice on
employment, educa on and training.
03 5480012 or info@connec ons.gen.nz
Page 2 Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) offers secondary school students opportunies to learn about the business world. Industry training organisa ons (ITOs) are great places to start for any further informa on required a er reading this guide. Trades academies focus on partnerships between schools, ter ary ins tu ons, industry training organisa ons and employers. Par cipa ng students
in years 11 to 13 can study towards their Na onal Cer ficate of Educa onal Achievement (NCEA). Seasonal work for Pipfruit, Vineyards, Tourism and Seafood can provide employment year round. Work and Income and www.seasonaljobs.co.nz are good places to find lis ngs for the Nelson Tasman region. onal Informa on)
www.eda.co.nz
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any processing or manufacturing involved. Sectors servicing the
Useful Websites (more in Addi
www.careers.govt.nz
www.connections.gen.nz
w w w .c o m m e r c e .o r g .n z
www.ntbt.co.nz
www.nelsonnz.com
www.nmit.ac.nz
www.nelsontech.ac.nz
www.modern-apprenticeships.govt.nz
www.itf.org.nz
www.dol.govt.nz
www.nzqa.govt.nz
www.trademe.co.nz/jobs
www.seek.co.nz
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you in Nelson Tasman. Each primary industry is covered along with
Nelson Tasman Business Trust (NTBT) offers advice and support to anyone with a small business or star ng a business in this region. TRAINING
This career guide describes the variety of career op ons available to
www.search4jobs.co.nz
www.kimi.co.nz
www.fanselow.co.nz
www.coverstaff.net.nz
www.advancedpersonnel.co.nz
www.workandincome.govt.nz
www.workbridge.co.nz
www.seasonaljobs.co.nz
www.seasonalwork.co.nz
Horticulture is the region’s largest employer…
TRAINING
Fruit Production, Nursery Production, Arboriculture, Landscaping, Production Horticulture, Floristry, Vegetable Production. Employers are looking for fit and reliable people willing to progress into areas like supervision and management of orchards, quality control for a whole firm, or exporting. Many employers will take on and train keen workers who show aptitude and enthusiasm for their work. The region provides a range of training with full time, part time, online & short courses, apprenticeships and on the job training. Skill Shortages exist for Market Gardeners, Apiarists, Arborists, Orchard Managers & Mixed Crop Farmers. Degree/Diploma in Horticulture > Orchard Owner, Orchard Manager, Horticulture Manager, Horticulture Supervisor, Consultant, Landscape Gardener > Courses run by NMIT, Lincoln University > salary range: $40,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Horticulture > Market Garden Worker, Nursery Worker, Arborist, Quality Assurance Advisor, Landscaper > Courses run by NMIT, PGG Wrightson/Agriculture NZ, ATET, Golden Bay Worktrust > salary range: $30,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Grower, Picker, Packer, Grader, Processor, Pruner, Assistant Arborist, Assistant Landscaper, Fork Lift Driver > Courses run by NMIT, PGG Wrightson, ATET, Golden Bay Worktrust, Master Drive Ltd, Nelson Technical Institute > salary range: $22,000+ New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates in horticulture while still at school. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. Seasonal Work > is between October & May for thinning, picking, pruning and packing for the Hops, Pipfruit, Berries and Kiwi Fruit industries. www.nmit.ac.nz www.lincoln.ac.nz www.pggwrightson.co.nz www.atet.org.nz www.gbworkcentre.org.nz www.seasonalwork.co.nz
www.seasonaljobs.co.nz www.picknz.co.nz www.hortito.org.nz www.hortnz.co.nz www.hea.co.nz www.rnzih.org.nz www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz
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The Nelson Tasman region contributes to a third of total NZ fruit & vegetable production; with regional GDP of $ 351 Million.
In 2009 Horticulture had 4,635 full time employees, 11% of regional employment.
90% of Tasman orchards are family owned enterprises.
Pipfruit (apples, pears, oranges, lemons), kiwifruit, berries (boysenberries, blackcurrants, raspberries) are grown mainly for
export. Berries tend to be processed and exported for juice or extracts.
The region grows 90% of NZ boysenberries, half of the world’s boysenberries.
The region continues to maintain a “no chemical residue” focus. New varieties, integration and better application of techniques
can improve the average yield per hectare.
Gold Kiwifruit has increased exports for the Industry.
NZ seasonal workers take priority over visiting oversees seasonal workers as part of a legal framework.
Sandy McLauchlan was working as a chef, and had a passion for plants. It was her family commitments which led to her change of career. With a passion for gardening she gained a Cer ficate in Hor culture at Nelson Marlborough Ins tute of Technology (NMIT). She took a job propaga ng plants at a nursery, which led to a posi on as Garden Manager at Mitre 10 Mega in Blenheim. She is now working for NMIT in Blenheim as a Tutorial Assistant for Hor culture. “I can diagnose problems at the drop of a hat. When someone brings in a leaf or describes a plant problem I’m confident enough to be able to give them instant advice. The course really expanded on what I knew. It was a great mix of prac cal and theory and because of the way it’s structured, it was rela vely easy to fit it around my job.” Page 3 Viticulture is a growth employer in horticulture…
Vineyard Manager, Viticulture Technician, Assistant Winemaker, Winemaker, Cellar Hand, Viticulture Worker, Forklift Driver, Viticulture Consultant.
Mechanisation in horticulture coupled with smaller companies consolidating into larger companies has seen employment levels drop, but Viticulture has seen a rise in the numbers employed due to increased grape and wine production in the region. The grape harvest occurs after the pipfruit harvest which gives an extension of employment for seasonal workers. Various training options are available within the region. Skill Shortages exist for Winemakers, Vineyard Managers & Arborists. Degree/Diploma in Viticulture & Oenology > Vineyard Owner, Vineyard Manager, Vineyard Supervisor, Vineyard Technologist, •
In 2009 Nelson Tasman there
were 32 wineries with revenues $60 million.
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They produced 4% of NZ grape
production, with 63 grape
growers.
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The grape harvest falls at the
end of the pipfruit harvest.
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Sauvignon Blanc makes up
over half the region’s harvest.
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Our winemakers differentiate
themselves from Marlborough
by promoting Aromatics.
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Organic wines have traction in
export markets.
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There are only a handful of
large wineries producing over
200,000 cases annually in the
region.
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Gravels unsuitable for horticulture can be good for
grapes, e.g. Moutere Hills.
Harvest Consultant, Viticulture Consultant > Courses run by NMIT, Lincoln University > salary range: $40,000—$100,000+ Certificate in Viticulture & Oenology > Vineyard Owner, Vineyard Manager, Vineyard Supervisor, Vineyard Technologist, Harvest Consultant, Viticulture Consultant > Courses run by NMIT > salary range: $40,000+ Apprenticeships or Training > Grower, Picker, Packer, Grader, Processor, Pruner, Fruit Handlers, Fork Lift Drivers, Wine Tasters> Courses run by NMIT, PGG Wrightson, ATET, Golden Bay Worktrust, Master Drive Ltd > salary range: $22,000+ New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates in horticulture while still at school. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. Seasonal Work > is available year round for thinning, picking, pruning and packing with most jobs at the end of pipfruit season in April till September. www.nmit.ac.nz www.lincoln.ac.nz www.atet.org.nz www.seasonalwork.co.nz www.seasonaljobs.co.nz www.picknz.co.nz
www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz www.nzsvo.org.nz www.viticulturehorizons.co.nz www.hortito.org.nz www.hortnz.co.nz www.kimi.co.nz
Libby Rainey has mixed work and study since leaving Nelson College for Girls, including a s nt working at a winery in the Napa Valley near San Francisco, helping with their sparkling wine vintage: “When I le high school I was all over the place and didn’t know what I really wanted to do. Choosing to do the diploma gave me the direc on I needed.” She gained the Diploma in Vi culture and Wine Produc on at NMIT and con nued her studies at Lincoln University, gaining a degree in Vi culture and Oenology. She has been working for several years at Villa Maria Estate as a Technical Officer for Marlborough. Page 4 Forestry is the fifth highest employer in the region…
Planter, Silviculture Pruner and Thinner, Machinery Operator, Logger, Operations Harvesting Supervisor, Crew Boss, Forest Conservation Officer,
Plantation Manager, Plantation Planner. Employers are looking for fit and reliable people willing to progress within areas like Silviculture, harvesting, operations supervision and management, quality control or distribution. Many employers will take on and train keen workers who show aptitude and enthusiasm for their work. The region provides a range of training with gateway & online courses, apprenticeships & on the job training offered through employers by FITEC’s regional representative. Skill Shortages include Arborist, Logging Plant Operator& Forest Scientist. TRAINING
Degree/Diploma in Forestry > Forestry Owner, Forestry Manager, Silviculture Manager, Crew Boss, Harvest Crew Supervisor, Plantation Planner, Project Manager, Tree Breeder, Policy Planner, Biosecurity, Biodiversity & Conservation and Sustainable Land Management > Courses run by Canterbury University > salary range: $40,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Forestry or Horticulture > Planting, Pruning, Thinning, Machinery Operator, Logger/
Harvester, Crew Boss > Courses run by FITEC (level 1-7), University of Canterbury, NMIT > salary range: $28,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Planting, Pruning, Thinning, Machinery Operator, Logging Truck Driver > Courses run by FITEC (level 1– 5), Nelson Technical Institute, Master Drive Ltd > salary range: $22,000+ New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates in forestry. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. Seasonal Work > spraying between October & January, planting between June & September. www.nmit.ac.nz
www.canterbury.ac.nz
www.fitec.org.nz
www.woodcareers.org.nz
www.mpi.govt.nz
www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz
www.forestry.ac.nz
www.careers.govt.nz
www.seasonaljobs.co.nz
www.fore.canterbury.ac.nz
www.nzfoa.org.nz
www.nzffa.org.nz
www.forestry.org.nz
www.kimi.co.nz
Kris e Paki Paki decided to study Forestry Science at university because it was an interes ng and broad degree that covered both science and management papers. “The forest industry supports the degree and companies o en provide students with holiday work. I felt that the opportunity to gain work experience along with an academic qualifica on would give me a good chance of ge ng a forestry-related job when I completed my degree.” Kris e gained full me employment with Nelson Forests a er gradua ng and was promoted to harvest planner a er a couple of years. She is now based in Marlborough and con nues to work for Nelson Forests. She has an interest in Geographical Informa on Systems (GIS) and marke ng and likes the fact that she could work overseas with her knowledge. • Forestry is the second highest economic contributor to the Nelson Tasman region with 339
million GDP in 2009. It is the most productive
industry in terms of GDP per employee.
• In 2009 Forestry had nearly 2000 FTEs.
• Forestry is dependent on efficient transport
routes to Port Nelson for the export of
products.
• Changes in workforce numbers are due
to increased mechanisation, particularly in
harvesting. The nature of the sector has also
changed with greater technical knowledge and
expertise required.
• Recruitment of younger workers remains an
issue as the average age of forest workers
increases. FITEC has implemented a scheme to
recruit young people into the industry and
provide on the job training through trades
academies to help with transition from school
to the workforce.
• A significant proportion of the Nelson-Tasman
forest estate is owned by offshore based forest
companies.
• Safety has substantially improved in the sector!
Page 5 Wood Processing has export demand options…
Sawmiller, Saw Doctor, Particle Chipboard Manufacturer, Medium Density Fibreboard Manufacturer, Wood Panel Manufacturer,
Wooden Structural Manufacturer, Timber Preserver, Biosecurity Officer, Timber Wholesaler and Wooden Furniture Maker. Sawmill timber processing and manufacturing wood products from production plants creates a depth of timber processing employment and training available within the region. Regional training is available for all kinds of timber processing and production manufacturing. Skill Shortages exist for Logging Plant Operator and Forest Scientist.
Degree/Diploma in Forestry > Saw Mill Manager, Plant Manager/Owner, Distribution Manager, Timber Processing Manager, Marketing Manager > Courses run by Canterbury University > salary range: $40,000—$100,000+ •
The 2009- 2011 period saw an
increased global demand for
wood products and this is
likely to continue.
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As market demand increases
in New Zealand and Australia,
Nelson based processors will
be able to increase production
to meet this demand.
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Wood resources now used for
Biofuel production, carbon
credits, pellets for renewable
energy, and additional building
code changes are increasing
the market potential for wood
products.
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Demand for timber and wood
products for the Canterbury
rebuild is yet to be determined,
however there is likely to be a
significant lift in demand.
Certificate in Solid Wood Processing or Saw Doctoring > Sawmilling Labourer/Apprentice, Saw Doctors > Courses run by FITEC > salary range: $28,000+ Certificate in Wood Panel Manufacturing > Manufacturer of wooden containers, pallets, packing cases & preserving timber > Courses run by FITEC > salary range: $28,000 - $95,000+ Apprenticeships or Training > Sawmilling, Saw Doctoring, Manufacturing, Forklift Driver > Courses run by FITEC, Master Drive Ltd, Nelson Technical Institute > salary range: $22,000+ New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates in forestry. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. www.fiea.org.nz www.nmit.ac.nz www.canterbury.ac.nz www.seasonaljobs.co.nz www.woodcareers.org.nz
www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz www.fitec.org.nz www.forestry.ac.nz www.fore.canterbury.ac.nz www.maf.govt.nz
Sco Kinze works for Waimea Sawmillers Ltd. He le Waimea College at the age of 17 to start a 3 year Saw Doctoring appren ceship at the Carter Holt Harvey Sawmill, Eves Valley. His training was done in block courses in Rotorua and at the end he passed with a trade cer ficate qualifica on and was employed by Waimea Sawmillers Ltd. There he trained and became a qualified Kiln Operator, worked in the Saw Shop, help implement a new mber grading spec and now works as a domes c mber salesman for Waimea Sawmillers. “The mber industry has given me opportuni es to have a good career that I enjoy. The future for me is to be happy in what I do and aspire to achieve greater results within the mber industry.” Page 6 Seafood industry has seafaring and land-based careers…
Trawler Captain, First Mate, Second Mate, Officer, Quality Control, Finfish Trawling Deck Hand, Galley Staff, Line Fishing Deck Hand, Fishmeal Operator,
Seafood Processor, General Hand for Processing, Trimmer, Packer, Shellfish Processor, Filleter, Packer & Grader, Freezer Hand, Cleaner, Stevedoring, Port
Operator, Maintenance Worker, Seafood Wholesaler, Scientific Researcher. Seafood processing provides approximately double the employment of the entire harvesting sector. Both Deepwater & Inshore fishing opportunities exist. Deepwater operators are always looking for trainees in fishing, engineering and on-shore support positions and remuneration is significant in most cases. Skill Shortages exist for Ships Officers, Captains & Engineers. Degree/Diploma in Fisheries > Marine Site Manager, Fisheries Policy Planner, Scientific Researcher and TRAINING
Analyst, Master of Deep Sea Fishing Vessel, Mate of Deep Sea Fishing Vessel, Second Mate of Foreign Going Ship, Marine Engineer, Oceanographer, Marine Biologist > Courses run by NMIT, Canterbury University > salary range: $50,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Maritime Studies > In-shore Launch Master, Local Launch Operator, Superyacht Crew, Marine Studies, Advanced Deckhand, Marine Engineer (class 3-5), NZ Offshore Master, NZ Offshore Watchman, Marine Diver > Courses run by NMIT, Seafood Solutions Ltd, Seafood ITO (Wellington) > salary range: $28,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Finfish Trawling Deck Hand, Galley Staff, Line Fishing Deck Hand, Fishmeal Operator, Seafood Processor, General Hand for Processing, Trimmer, Packer, Shellfish Processor, Filleter, Packer & Grader, Freezer Hand, Cleaner, Stevedoring, Port Operator, Maintenance Worker, Seafood Wholesaler, Fork Lift Driver, Truck Driver > Courses and short courses run by NMIT, Solutions to Seafood Ltd, Master Drive Ltd, Nelson Technical Institute > salary range: $22,000+ New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates in primary industries. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. Seasonal Work > is available for Hoki season processing between May and September. Salmon Farming between January and September. www.maf.govt.nz www.nmit.ac.nz www.careers.govt.nz www.seasonaljobs.co.nz www.deepsea.co.nz
www.fish.govt.nz www.mpi.govt.nz www.canterbury.ac.nz www.otago.ac.nz www.coarsefishing.co.nz
• This industry is the third highest employer
with 2720 full time employees.
• Overall the region provides the largest contribution (a third) to the New Zealand
seafood industry.
• GDP Trawling, line fishing = $57.5m (2009)
• GDP Seafood processing = $173.4m (2009)
• Seafood companies are dependent on
efficient distribution and export routes.
• Sector performance since 2001 reflects
impacts from the rising price of diesel,
reduced species quota and reduced
returns from the appreciation of the NZ$.
• Development of marine farming in Tasman
and Golden Bay provides another area of
activity retaining the capacity of the
region’s fishing fleet and retains crews and
expertise.
• Nelson’s central location within the country
provides significant competitive advantage
as the preferred base for fishing the
exclusive economic zone.
Lynda Mitchell started working for Aotearoa Seafoods, mussel processing on the factory floor. She completed a Nelson Marlborough Ins tute of Technology New Zealand Diploma in Business while working part- me at Aotearoa Seafoods. Then an accountant posi on came up in the company. “I didn’t have enough experience for that role, but they brought me in as a temporary measure to help them out – and I never went back to the factory. I decided to go one be er and enrolled for the Bachelor of Commerce at NMIT. I didn’t want to do it by correspondence. I liked the fact that NMIT had just started their video-link from the Nelson campus, which meant I could a end interac ve classes in Blenheim. It was weird at first but we all got used to the fact that we could talk and be on camera with our fellow students in Nelson.” Aotearoa Seafoods, which is owned by Wakatu Incorpora on, has around 220 staff and Lynda says because it’s a growing business there are many facets to the company, making the accoun ng side very varied. And she says the company was very suppor ve of her while she studied, giving her study me. Page 7 Aquaculture is a growing employment industry…
Mussel Sourcing Vessel Skipper, Aquaculture Farm Manager, Site Manager, Site Supervisor, Aquaculture Technician, Aquaculture Sales , Marine
Biologist, Ecologist, Marine Engineer, Hatchery Technician, Seafood Processor, Deckhand. Aquaculture has grown over 30 years from small beginnings to a significant primary industry, sustainably producing three flagship products – Greenshell Mussels, King Salmon and Pacific Oysters. Growing and harvesting shellfish in marine farms for processing and packaging has created a depth of employment opportunities. New training programmes have been developed regionally in consultation with industry, historically the only training options were on the job training or post graduate study.
Degree/Diploma in Aquaculture/Fisheries > Mussel Sourcing Vessel Skipper, Aquaculture Farm Manager, Site Manager, Site Supervisor, Aquaculture Technician, Aquaculture Sales, Marine Biologist, Ecologist, Marine Engineer > Courses run by NMIT, University of Canterbury > salary range: $40,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Aquaculture/Maritime > Hatchery Technician, Development technician, Aquarist, Research Technician, Fish Vaccinator, Seafood Processing, Risk Management, Production Planner, Competitive Manufacturing, Sales > Courses run by NMIT, Solutions to Seafood Ltd, Seafood ITO (Wellington), University of Canterbury > salary range: $28,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Hatchery Technicians, Seafood Processor, Deckhand, Factory Production Staff, Seafood Distributor and Forklift Driver > Much of past aquaculture employment training has been on the job training > Courses run by NMIT, Solution to Seafood Ltd, NIWA, Master Drive Ltd, Nelson Technical Institute > salary range: $22,000+ New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates in primary industries. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. Seasonal Work > in harvesting, processing & sales. Mussel processing and packing between February and June. www.nmit.ac.nz www.maf.govt.nz www.careers.govt.nz www.seasonaljobs www.niwa.co.nz www.kimi.co.nz
www.coursesdirect.co.nz www.nzmfa.co.nz www.aquaculture.govt.nz www.cawthron.org.nz www.kingsalmon.co.nz
Ellie le university before finishing her degree and worked on commercial fishing boats, then worked on an abalone farm in New Plymouth where she obtained her Commercial Dive Ticket. From there she spent many years se ng up paua farms around New Zealand and skippering tourist boats. She took her opportunity to work on a research ship in the sub Antarc c studying the Southern Whales. Ellie started working for Cawthron Ins tute 11 years ago as an Aquaculture Technician. She is based at the Cawthron Aquaculture Park here in Nelson. Page 8 • New Zealand aquaculture exports alone generated NZ$309
million in earnings during the
year ending September 2011
(approximately 20% of total
seafood export revenues).
• New Zealand’s aquaculture
products are currently exported to 79 countries worldwide.
• New Zealand’s aquaculture
sector has a target goal of
reaching $1 billion in sales by
2025.
• Regional GDP of Aquaculture
farming = $9.6m (2009).
• Aquaculture presents the
most promising opportunity
for development of any of the
Nelson Tasman region’s
sectors.
• Tasman/Golden Bay could in
the long term rival that of
Marlborough Sounds and
provide Te Tau Ihu with
potential to significantly
increase mussel production
to meet year round demand
from processors/markets and
potentially a base for farming
of high value finfish and other
species.
Pastoral Farming of Dairy, Sheep, Beef, Deer & Poultry...
Dairy Farmer, Farm Equity Sharing Manager, Farm Manager, Herd/Livestock Manager, Livestock Handler, Farm Cadet, Sheep/Beef Farmer, Shepherd,
Supervisory Staff, Shearer, Wool Handler, Tractor Driver. Most of the skills & training needed for Agriculture can be learnt on the job. Experience is highly valued & there are a number of training providers who teach farming skills at all levels. The high price of lamb & the shortage of dairy product on the global market creates opportunities within pastoral agriculture. The sector is the region’s fifth highest employer. Entry level agricultural work is physically demanding & requires dedicated & reliable individuals. Skill Shortages exist for Herd & Farm Managers, Pig & Poultry Farmers. Degree/Diploma in Agriculture/AgriBusiness/Farm Management/Veterinary Sciences > Farm Owner, Farm Manager, Share Milker, Farm Supervisor, Herd Manager, Veterinarian, Wool Scientist > Courses run by NMIT, AgITO, Open Polytechnic, University of Lincoln > salary range: $40,000—$100,000+
TRAINING
Certificate in Agriculture/AgriBusiness/Farm Management/Animal Husbandry & Sciences > Shephard, Machinery Operator, Wool Harvester, Chemical Applicator, Dairy Assistant, Herd Hand, Livestock Handler, Farm Cadet, Fencer > Courses run by NMIT, AgITO, Telford Institute, Open Polytechnic, Tai Poutini Polytechnic, University of Lincoln, Agriculture NZ, PGG Wrightson, Tectra, Nelson Technical Institute > salary range: $28,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Wool Harvester/Handler, Dairy Hand, Machinery Operator, Tractor Driver, Agricultural Chemical Applicator, Farm Cadet, Shepherd > Most Farms offer on the job training >Youth Guarantees programmes available > Cross credits can be gained from other industries such as Horticulture and Fisheries > Courses run by NMIT, AgITO, Open Polytechnic, Tai Poutini Polytechnic, Agriculture NZ, PGG Wrightson, Telford Institute, Tectra, Master Drive Ltd, Nelson Technical Institute > Some on a part time basis > salary range: $22,000+ New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates in agriculture. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. Cross credits can be gained from other industries such as Horticulture and Fishing. Seasonal Work > is available spring and summer for Tractor Drivers, Farm Hands, Fencers & Wool Harvesters. www.lincoln.ac.nz www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz www.agito.ac.nz www.tpp.ac.nz www.pggwrightson.co.nz
www.woolpro.co.nz www.telford.ac.nz www.plantandfood.com www.maf.govt.nz www.nmit.ac.nz
• The pastoral sector is the 5th highest
GDP contributor to the region of $128m
in 2009.
• Conversions from beef & sheep to diary
units are expected to increase.
• With herd sizes increasing & dairy
farms getting bigger more employees
are needed.
• System efficiencies & technology help
with issues of water access & supply.
• There is concern that power lines don’t
have capacity to supply electricity for
irrigation and new diary conversion
away from main lines.
• Through the Integrated Motueka Catchment (IMC) project Tasman District
Council has mapped soil in the Tasman
district and identified an additional
2,600 hectares with existing water allocations that could be irrigated in the
upper Motueka River catchment.
• In 2011 diary prices were still buoyant
though down from peaks in 2010.
Andrea Harvey le Marlborough Girl’s College (year 13) and only just missed out on a Lincoln University BCom Ag by 1 credit. She split her me relief milking between the Rai Valley and Blenheim un l offered a Dairy Farm Assistant posi on. She gained a cer ficate with AgITO for Level 2 & 3 Dairy/Ca le Farming and was promoted to herd manager and con nued to achieve Level 4 Produc on Management Stage 1. She was promoted to Farm Manager and con nued to achieve her study goals with her Produc on Management Studies. Her partner joined her on a move to a Rai Valley Dairy Farm where they both became Low Order Share Milkers. Three years on they would like to become 50/50 Sharemilkers and Andrea is comple ng a Diploma in Agribusiness through AgITO and Open Polytechnic. Andrea won Top of the South/West Coast Dairy Trainee of the Year and won the Leadership Award for the Top of the South Area. She is commi ed to her community through numerous rural commi ee involvements which have “grown my confidence and public skills which I never really used to have. I have had some great experiences and met some wonderful people through ge ng out there and involved,” she said. Page 9 Processing of Dairy/Meat and Rural Service Industries...
Dairy Manufacturing Manager, Dairy Manufacturing Supervisor, Wool & Fibre Harvester, Wool and Fibre Scientist, Food Technologist, Laboratory
Technologist, Dairy Tanker Driver, Agricultural Consultants, Meat Processors, Butcher, Vet, Veterinary Assistant, Auto/Electrical Engineer. Agricultural processing industries compliment suppliers of animal feeds/fertilisers/pesticides/farm machinery, road freight transport & other distribution networks. These industries combined with sellers of meat and dairy products provide increasing employment & training options within the industry which is dominated by smaller scale enterprises. Large scale industry leaders have growth potential in the global supply chains. Degree/Diploma in Agriculture/Environmental Health & Laboratory Technology > Dairy Manufacturing Manager, Dairy Manufacturing Supervisor, Food Technologist, Wool and Fibre Scientist, Veterinary Practitioner> Courses run by NMIT, AgITO, Open Polytechnic, University of Lincoln > salary range: $40,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Agriculture/Rural Servicing/Agrichemical Supply/Animal Husbandry > Dairy Processing Supervisor, Dairy Processor, Wool and Fibre Harvester/Processor, Animal Feed Supplier, Fertiliser/Agrichemical Supplier, Agricultural Machinery Supplier, Agricultural Products Sales & Distribution, Tanker Driver, Land-based Freight Driver > Courses run by NMIT, AgITO, Open Polytechnic, Tai Poutini Polytechnic, University of Lincoln, Agriculture NZ, PGG Wrightson, Master Drive Ltd > salary range: $28,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Dairy/Beef/Lamb/Poultry/ Wool/Fibre Processor, Abattoir Staff, Laboratory Trainee, Supplier, Seller, Fork Lift Driver, Machinery Operator, Tanker/Truck Driver, Agricultural Machinery Mechanic & Feed Processor > Most dairy or meat processors offer on the job training > Courses run by NMIT, AgITO, Open Polytechnic, Tai Poutini Polytechnic, Agriculture NZ, PGG Wrightson, Tectra, Master Drive Ltd > salary range: $22,000+ New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates in agriculture. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. Cross credits can be gained from other industries such as Horticulture and Fisheries. Seasonal Work > is available for harvesting, processing, and sales in summer and autumn. Most dairying work is in Westland. • In 2009 the pastoral industry had
1,800 full time employees over
975 businesses.
• World demand for food products
is anticipated to continue.
• NZ is renowned for producing
high quality grass fed beef.
• In the 12 months prior to 2009
the payout price to suppliers
had risen over 40%. April 2010
milk powder price nearly doubled to nearly US$4000/tonne.
• Beef prices have been stable but
are expected to rise when the
American drought is over and
the extra stock being killed
disappears in 2012.
• The sheep sector is feeling confident for the coming 2012 season with a strong export market
for meat which is going into top
markets meaning no need to
supply to low priced markets.
• Global reduction in sheep
numbers may ease wool prices
affected by recession.
www.lincoln.ac.nz www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz www.agito.ac.nz www.tpp.ac.nz www.pggwrightson.co.nz www.kimi.co.nz
www.telford.ac.nz www.mpi.govt.nz www.plantandfood.com www.maf.govt.nz www.nmit.ac.nz www.careers.co.nz
Page 10 Tourism is the fourth highest employer...
Motel/Hotel Owner, Motel/Hotel Manager, Campground Manager/Supervisor, Restaurateur, Chef, Bartender, Waitress, Front of House
Staff, Receptionist, Kitchen Assistant, Cook, Travel Agent, Supervising Staff, Cleaner/Housekeeper, Taxi Driver, Car Rental Staff, Event
Manager, Festival Organizer, Event Staff. The tourism industry accommodates, feeds and entertains millions of visitors each year. Nearly 400,000 international visitors holiday in this area every year, all taking advantage of our beautiful landscapes which are enhanced by the mild climate and all the great local food and art on offer. Skill Shortages exist for Café & Restaurant Managers. Degree/Diploma in Tourism/Hospitality Management > Motel/Hotel Owner, Motel/Hotel Manager, TRAINING
Campground Manager/Supervisor, Restaurateur, Chef, Event Organiser > Courses run by NMIT, Open Polytechnic, University of Lincoln > salary range: $40,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Tourism/Hospitality & Catering/Tourism Management/Marine Studies/Tertiary
Study > Motel/Hotel Owner, Motel/Hotel Manager, Campground Manager/Supervisor, Restaurateur, Chef, • Tourism is the region’s fifth equal GDP
Bartender, Waitress, Front of House Staff > Courses run by NMIT, Open Polytechnic, Nelson Training Centre, of $128 million.
• In 2009 tourism industries employed
Master Drive Ltd > salary range: $28,000+ nearly 2200 full time employees.
Apprenticeships or On the Job Training >Bartender, Waitress, Front of House Staff, Receptionist, Kitchen • The total international and domestic
Assistant, Cook, Travel Agent, Cleaner/Housekeeper > on the job training is available, for most jobs you need a visitor spend was estimated at $350
driver’s license and a first aid certificate > Youth Guarantees programmes available in cookery and primary million in 2008.
industries > Courses run by NMIT, Nelson Training Centre, Master Drive Ltd, Nelson Technical Institute > salary • 125 tourism business units have been
range: $22,000+ added with 530 in total.
• The sector has relatively low wages,
New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates. This may with the lowest in hospitality.
include off-site learning and some on the job training. • The global recession, recent CanterSeasonal Work > is available during peak visitor seasons from November till March. bury earthquake, Japanese tsunami,
and high exchange rate have had a
significant impact.
www.nmit.ac.nz www.nelsontrainingcentre.co.nz www.nelson.co.nz www.tourism.net.nz
• Despite recessionary trends people still
www.nelson.nz.com www.hospitalitynz.org.nz www.tpp.ac.nz www.seasonaljobs www.mpi.govt.nz
want to travel, and long haul trips are
www.nzmotels.co.nz www.newzealand.com www.doc.govt.nz www.sailingadventures.co.nz
now shorter and spending is lower.
www.skyout.co.nz www.lincoln.ac.nz www.careers.govt.nz www.attto.org.nz
• Nelson Tasman Tourism represents
and markets the industry here and
Andrew achieved his Professional Restaurant, Wine and Bar qualifica on through Nelson Marlborough Ins tute of Technolmanages and administers tourist
ogy and he says “The tutors and their knowledge were awesome. I learnt so much and they were able to teach us with lots information services.
of fun but s ll serious at the same me.” And it was due to his tutors knowing him so well, that he says they got him work • The Conference Marketing Group
experience in the right place. “I’m more of a casual, bou que bar kind of person rather than fine dining, so my tutor was (CMG) is a cooperative working to grow
the one who organised work experience at Sprig & Fern for me .” business tourism here.
Page 11 Leisure & Adventure work in our sunny climate...
Owner Operator, Manager, Guide (for Kayaking, Fishing, Rafting, Climbing, Caving, Tramping, snow sport), Pilot, Skipper, Deckhand,
Tour Guide, Tour Driver, Ticketing and Travel Agent. Adventure tourism (within Abel Tasman National Park, Kahurangi National Park, Nelson Lakes National Park) is a popular choice. People are employed in the air, sea, flats or mountains to show visitors and locals a good time within the region. On the job training and adventure training courses allow those with a love of the outdoors or adventure to thrive doing what they love. Skill Shortages exist for Skydive Instructors, Skydive Tandem Masters & Snowsport Instructors. Degree/Diploma in Tourism/Tourism Management/Adventure > Owner Operator, Manager > Courses run by NMIT, University of Lincoln, Victoria University > salary range: $40,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Adventure Tourism/Tourism >Owner Operator, Manager, Supervisor, Travel Agent and Senior Guide, Travel Coach Provider > Courses run by NMIT, University of Lincoln > salary range: $28,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Guide, Adventure/Sports Coach, Receptionist, Sanctuary Staff, Ticket Agent, Rental Car Agent > Most employers offer on the job training > Courses run by NMIT, Master Drive Ltd, NTI > salary range: $22,000+ New Zealand Trade Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates in primary industry. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. Cross credits can be gained from other industries such as Horticulture & Fisheries. Seasonal Work > is available year round, although the peak summer season often complements the winter ski season. Non-Tourism Degrees > Most adventure tourism companies are specialist pursuit companies and often rely on certified or tertiary qualified aviators, engineers, mariners and viticulturists to operate effectively. Cross sector training is always beneficial. www.nmit.ac.nz www.lincoln.ac.nz www.victoria.ac.nz www.seasonaljobs www.nelson.nz.com www.nelsonnz.co.nz
www.fishandgame.org.nz www.doc.govt.nz www.skirainbow.co.nz www.cyclingnelson.co.nz www.acn.org.nz
• The Nelson Tasman region is
New Zealand’s creative arts
and cycling capital.
• The region is one of the
world’s best fly fishing
destinations.
• The region is one of the top
ten white water destinations
in the world.
• Ski Season Staff can seek
peak summer season
employment options.
• A lot of effort is going into
addressing the extreme
seasonality and extending
the growing shoulder season
visitation and spend to
generate improved profits.
• The region has plenty of
strengths to be leveraged
including climate, iconic
national parks, the arts and
growing regional air access.
Dawn Daley-Coers has real passion for the outdoors and was living in the ideal place to study the Diploma in Adventure Tourism at Nelson Marlborough Ins tute of Technology. She says “I got to see wicked places around NZ while we were studying, such as, a 5 day mission kayaking around D’Urville Island in extreme weather or a couple of weeks surfing the kayaks in big swells. Some chose 10 weeks in the snow and there was ra ing in Murchison for 2 months.” Dawn has been guiding for Kaiteriteri Kayaks for a while now . Page 12 Aviation is the second most productive industry...
Airport Manager, Airport Administrator, Air Traffic Controller, Airport Security, Aircraft Loader, Airline Manager, Airline Administrative Staff,
Flight Attendant, Airline Marketing/Sales Staff, Airline Support Staff, Navigator, Pilot (Aircraft and Helicopter), Pilot Trainer, College Manager,
College Administrator, Aviation Engineer, Helicopter Engineer, Aviation Maintenance/Repair/Overhaul Administration, Aviation Supplier,
Engineer, Fabricator, Aviation Supplies Administrator, Airline Cargo Sales Staff. The industry has good productivity in terms of GDP per fulltime employee. Regional training is available in this broad growth industry. Skill shortages exist for Electronic, Mechanical & Plastics Engineers. TRAINING
Degree/Diploma in Aeronautical Maintenance Certification/Aviation Science/Aviation/Air Traffic
Control > Aeroplane/Helicopter Engineer, Helicopter/Aeroplane Engineering Instructor, Air Traffic Controller, Aviation Manager, Aviation Lawyer, Avionics Technician, Pilot, Helicopter Pilot > Courses run by NMIT, Nelson Aviation College, Garden City Helicopters, Airways Corporation of NZ Ltd (Canterbury) > salary range: $60,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Aeroplane flight training/Helicopter Flight Training/Pilot Theory Courses/
Aeronautical Engineering > Pilot, Navigator, Aviation Trainer, Technician > Courses run by NMIT, Nelson • The Nelson Tasman Aviation Industry
has GDP of $60 million (2011), which is
strong compared to the other primary
Aviation College, Garden City Helicopter Training, & the Aviation, Tourism, Travel Training Organisation > salary industries with productivity of $138,000
range: $40,000+ per worker.
Private Pilot Licence/Commercial Pilot Licence/First Officer programme > Pilots, Navigators > Courses • Regional air operations include airlines,
run by NMIT, Nelson Aviation College, Nelson Pilot Training, Marlborough Aero Club, Nelson Aerodrome, DG & charters, agricultural, forestry, sky
Safety, Reid Heslop Helicopters, Garden City Helicopters & Aviation, Tourism, Travel Training Organisation & diving, recreational flights and aviation
also other private aero clubs and private trainers > salary range: $40,000+ clubs.
• Maintenance and engineering contribApprenticeships or On the Job Training > Sales/Marketing Staff, Flight Attendant, Aircraft Loader, Airport/
utes half of the region’s Aviation GDP
Airline Security Staff > on the job training is available > Courses run by NMIT, ATET & Aviation, Tourism, Travel • There’s a thriving community of vintage
Training Organisation, Master Drive Ltd > salary range: $22,000+ enthusiasts with an extraordinary range
of restoration capabilities.
www.nmit.ac.nz www.nelson-aviation.co.nz www.ridgeair.co.nz www.helicoptersnelson.co.nz
• NMIT and Nelson Aviation College are
www.heliproaviationtraining.co.nz www.helicopters.net.nz www.flynpt.co.nz www.nelsonaeroclub.co.nz
important contributors to our region’s
www.motuekaflighttraining.co.nz www.airnelson.co.nz www.nelsonairport.co.nz www.airways.co.nz
training, additional private colleges are
www.heliproaviationtraining.co.nz www.nelsonaviationcluster.co.nz www.attto.org.nz
also available.
Not many helicopter pilots can also boast a Bachelor of Commerce in Marke ng, but Mike Hayes is not your average pi• The Top of the South Aviation Cluster
lot. He graduated from Garden City Helicopters (a member of the NMIT Avia on Network with Student loan op ons) with has established collaboration between
his Commercial Pilot’s Licence and will now join his father Hannibal Hayes’ helicopter company, Southern Lakes HelicopNelson Tasman and Marlborough
ters in Te Anau. Mike completed his BCom degree at the University of Canterbury and says his newly-acquired marke ng Aviation Industries and has an all
and business skills should help in the avia on environment. “It’s given me a much be er understanding of how things inclusive culture seeking bi-regional
should operate.” While many people perceive flying as a “glamorous industry”, Mike is all too aware that the reality is a lot of hard work and growth, development and employment.
long hours for those who want to succeed. And being mo vated and commi ed to the industry is integral. Page 13 Business Services supporting various industries….
Business Services cover a very broad range of sectors and are integral to the successful operation of businesses and organisations. People in this
area provide specialist advice and services such as Administration, Accounting, Legal, Human Resources, Insurance, Public Relations, Marketing/
Sales, Economics and R&D . The number of organisations in the region providing services to start-up businesses, developing industries and established industry is substantial; some assist small scale enterprises to reach the next tier of activity. Skill shortages exist for Charted Accountants, External Auditors, Planners, Distribution/Supply Managers, Multi Media Designers. Degree/Diploma in Commerce/Business Administration/Law/Accounting/Marketing/Human Resources/
Economics/International Business > Lawyer, Accountant, Human Resources Manager, Economist, Administration Manager, Marketing Manager, Draughtsperson > Courses run by NMIT, University of Canterbury, Victoria University > salary range: $50,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Business/Commerce/Administration/Computing > Administration Supervisor, Legal Assistant, Legal Executive, Financial Administrator, Clerk, Draughtperson, Mapper, Desktop Publisher, Marketing Assistant, Accounting Assistant, Project Assistant > Courses run by NMIT, Open Polytechnic, Business Management School > salary range: $28,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Administrator, Receptionist, Records Staff, Desktop Publisher, Data Inputter > Most employers offer on the job training > Courses run by NMIT, Business Management School > salary range: $22,000+ • 2011 BERL figures show that the Business
Services sector employed 3,490 FTEs which
was 15.4% of the region’s employment.
• 2,265 businesses generate 33.8% ($718m) of
the region’s GDP.
• There is a high number of self-employed or
very small business units creating good
incomes.
• Permanent and temporary employment
options provide great career opportunities for
those wanting to start office work and have
on the job training
New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates in administration and computing. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. Other Degrees > People with a degree and understanding of popular administrative computer software can work within Business Services. Temporary Employment > Available through Kimi HR, Fanselow Bell, Cover Staff, Adecco, Advanced Personnel. www.nmit.ac.nz www.bmsnz.com www.victoria.ac.nz www.nelson.nz.com www.careers.govt.nz
www.canterbury.ac.nz www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz www.fanselow.co.nz www.dp.co.nz
www.advancedpersonnel.co.nz www.workbridge.co.nz www.adecco.co.nz www.coverstaff.net.nz
Ini ally, the main reason Ka e chose to do her degree in Nelson, a er leaving Nelson College for Girls, was because it was going to save her a lot of money. She did the ‘Half a degree 4 free’ and was able to live at home. “NMIT set me up. I started my working life with no debt! That’s very different from friends who le town to do their degrees, some of them have $50,000 debts and I’ve got pre y much nothing. It’s put me ahead in life.” She had even decided to transfer to Victoria University for her final years. “But when it came to it, I was enjoying it so much at NMIT and learning so well, I just didn’t want to leave.” The smaller class sizes, the a en on from the tutors and the comradeship of her classmates were all more than she’d expected when she started. She graduated four years later with her Bachelor of Commerce majoring in management and accoun ng. She was sponsored by WHK to con nue her studies and work here in Nelson. She is now an intermediate accountant and hopes to have completed her Charted Accountancy qualifica on by the middle of next year. Page 14 Construction offers on the job training...
Construction Manager, Site Manager, Foreman, Architect, Civil Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Road Engineer, Quantity Surveyor,
Landscape Architect, Welder, Drain Layer, Electrician, Plumber, Stonemason, Bricklayer, Concrete Worker, Plasterer, Roofer, Glazer,
Truck Driver, Forklift Driver, Crane Operator, Construction Materials Supplier, Labourer. On the job training is available. Exterior/
interior building construction encompasses many trades & suppliers. Many buildings, bridges & other structures require strengthening to fulfill earthquake code compliance. Skill shortages exist for Scaffolders, Quantity Surveyors, Infrastructure Project Managers. Degree/Diploma in Building Science/Architecture/Quantitative Surveying/Civil Engineering > TRAINING
Construction Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Architect, Landscape Architect, Civil Engineer > Courses run by NMIT, Victoria University, Canterbury University > salary range: $50,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Carpentry/Engineering Trades/Trades/Concrete Construction/Brick & Blocklaying > Welder, Bricklayer, Stonemason, Concrete Pourer, Foreman, Construction Site Manager, Drainlayer, Electrician, Plumber, Roofer, Glazier, Plasterer, Crane Operator > Courses run by NMIT, Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (Wellington), Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology, Master Drive Ltd > salary range: $35,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Welder, Plasterer, Labourer, Glazer, Carpenter, Joiner, Electrician, Plumber, Forklift Diver, Truck Driver, Crane Driver > On the job training is available > Short Courses in Welding, Trades and Computer Aided Design > Courses run by NMIT, ATET, Nelson Technical Institute, Master Drive Ltd > salary range: $22,000+ Temporary Employment > Those without skills and experience can enter the construction workforce easily through labourer positions. Construction Companies & Industry Training Organisations provide on the job training. New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. www.nmit.ac.nz www.bcito.org.nz www.victoria.ac.nz www.canterbury.ac.nz www.nelsontech.ac.nz
www.cpit.ac.nz www.atet.org.nz www.nzcic.co.nz www.masterspec.co.nz www.kimi.co.nz
Ben McHaffie works for Fitzgerald Construc on here in Nelson. He chose to do carpentry a er leaving school a er visi ng NMIT during its open day “I never thought of doing carpentry as a career un l I heard about this course and went to the Open Day.” He eventually gained his Cer ficate in Carpentry and decided he wanted to stay in Nelson “This programme is great because you don’t have to take block courses later, you can just get on with working.” Now comple ng a three and half year appren ceship with Fitzgerald Construc on, Ben says the course prepared him well for the job. “It gave me a fair idea of what I would be doing, rather than going in blind. Working in NMIT’s building barn gave me the opportunity to play around with the tools a bit and to know that no one was going to have a go at me for making mistakes.” • In 2009 the construction sector
employed 3,610 FTEs across 1,345
businesses and generated $203m.
• The level of construction is a key driver
of the economy because it tends to
vary more than other types of activity
and thus makes a major contribution to
the speeding up or slowing down of
growth.
• The number of building consents
increased significantly during 2010
compared to the previous year.
• Other construction includes roads,
bridges and dams.
• Consents to the value of $221.6m were
issued regionally in the year to May
2011, and 71.3% ($158m) were for new
houses and alterations. Non-residential
buildings (54.8m) were a quarter of the
total, and Other Construction ($8.5m)
only 3.8%.
• Rebuilding following from the
Canterbury earthquakes will place demands on the construction workforce.
Page 15 Engineering has a shortage of skilled staff…
Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Fabricating Engineer, Metal Machinists, Structural/Geotechnical Engineer, Civil Engineer, Risk Manager, Apprentice Engineer,
Draughterperson, Tool Makers. Employment opportunities include working on buildings, ships’ hulls, bridges, boilers, storage tanks, large construction projects (roads and bridges), automotive or mechanical/hydraulic engineering for manufacturing. Most engineering careers require a level of skill & educational attainment with apprenticeships available. Certification can be achieved during Army or Navy training. Skill Shortages exist for Mining/Mechanical/Plastics Engineers, Metal Machinists Draughters, Instrument Control Technicians, Plastic Technicians, Electronic Equipment Trades Workers, Motor Mechanics, Metal Casting Trades Workers, Upholsterers. Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering > Civil Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Structural Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Road Engineer, Hydraulic Engineer, Hydrological Engineer, Risk Manager, Draughtsperson > Courses run by University of Canterbury, Victoria University, Infra Train NZ > salary range: $50,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Engineering/Automotive Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Commercial Road
Transport > Automotive Mechanic, Electrical Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Engineering Technician, Electronics Technician, Line Mechanic, Tool Maker, Fabricator, Draughtsperson > Courses run by Nelson Technical Institute, NMIT, Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation, Motor Industry Training Organisation, Infra Train NZ, Open Polytechnic > salary range: $35,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Labourer, Apprentice Tool Maker/Electrician/Mechanical/
Fabricating/Marine/Hydraulic Engineer > Most employers offer on the job training > Courses run by Nelson Technical Institute, NMIT, Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation, Motor Industry Training Organisation > salary range: $22,000+ New Zealand Trades Academy > Year 11-13 students may be able to work towards national certificates. This may include off-site learning and some on the job training. www.nelsontech.ac.nz www.victoria.ac.nz www.engf.canterbury.ac.nz www.mito.org.nz
www.nmit.ac.nz www.ipenz.org.nz www.infratrain.co.nz www.dol.govt.nz www.acenz.org.nz Darryl Colligan le school a er year 12 with NCEA level 2. He opted to do a basic engineering course at NMIT which lasted 6 months. NMIT organised work experience once a week at a Fabrica on Engineering Firm. Darryl realized from this experience that mechanical engineering was what he wanted to do. He looked for work at many mechanical engineering companies throughout the region un l Trinders employed him as a labourer. A er 6 months labouring with them he was offered a four year appren ceship. He has one year le of his appren ceship which also includes night courses and annual block training at NMIT which help him complete his appren ceship paperwork. Darryl hopes to stay on at Trinders and hopes to do more machining there. Page 16 • The recent Canterbury earthquake and
subsequent rebuild is anticipated to require
skilled people in the engineering and construction sectors for some time, which may buffer
recession trends of lower building consents.
• Regular professional development is necessary
for consulting engineers.
• The two main segments of marine engineering
are Shipbuilding and Boatbuilding, with the
former covering vessels of 50 tonnes and over,
and the latter smaller vessels. Regionally there
has been growth in boat building and declines in
shipbuilding.
• In 2011 the engineering sector employed 780 full
time employees across 170 businesses and
contributed $66m in GDP.
• Many engineering careers, particularly line
mechanic, electronics engineer, electrical
engineer & Diesel Mechanic appear on the Skills
Shortlist of the Department of Labour.
• Employment Trends in boat building have
tripled to 7000 employees in 2011.
Kevin Roughton of Kernohan Engineering suggests if anyone aspires to work in engineering the best route is to go through a training provider like NMIT and undertake a year long engineering pre-trade skills course. Kernohan Engineering o en insists that a budding appren ce passes this type of course before they employ them. The students are expected to complete up to two hundred hours in their chosen field through job placement during the year. Information & Communication Technology (ICT)...
Programmer, Database Developer, Database Administrator, Website Developer, Website Administrator, Graphic Designer, ICT Systems Analyst, IT Technician, Computer Systems Administrator, Systems Technician, SoŌware Architect, Geographical InformaƟon Systems (GIS) Mapper, Network Technician, Data
InpuƩer/Technician. From maintenance & managing communica ons like websites through to design and development of computers, computer so ware, telecommunica ons & network systems the ICT industry is growing in its demand from other industries. Skill shortages exist for Mul -Media Designers. TRAINING
Degree/Diploma in ICT/Computing Science/Information Systems Development/
Information Systems > Programmer, Database Developer, Database Administrator, Website Developer, Website Administrator, ICT Systems Analyst, IT Technician, Computer Systems Administrator, Systems Technician, Software Architect, GIS Mapper, Network Technician > Courses run by NMIT, Canterbury University, Otago University > salary range: $50,000—$100,000+
Certificate in Computer Technology/IT Service and Support > IT Technician, Website Administrator, Database Administrator, Systems Technician, Network Technician, GIS Technician, Graphic Designer, Help Desk Staff > Courses run by NMIT > salary range: $35,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Help Desk Assistant, IT Assistant, Desk Top Publisher, Word Processor, Data Inputter > Short courses in computing skills are available, free courses run by the library > Courses run by NMIT, Business Management School, Senior Net and Computer Competence > salary range: $28,000+ Other Degrees or Experience > Anyone who has taught themselves or achieved intermediate computer skills through other Degrees or training can work within this industry. Computer languages can be learned through literature resources and CDs. • Improvements in the ICT sector can
also provide the opportunity to raise
productivity when businesses are
relying on working smarter.
• In 2009 410 full time employees across
195 business units generated $37m
GDP.
• Logistics, data distribution and
software/systems application are three
areas where ICT is helping exporters.
• Rollout of the Nelson Marlborough
Fibre-optic network aims to provide a
revitalized growth path as companies
and institutions link into the upgraded
facility.
• Small to medium businesses are
popular within this sector and there is a
growing need for their services in all
primary and service sectors.
www.nmit.ac.nz www.canterbury.ac.nz www.otago.ac.nz www.computercompetance.co.nz
www.seniornetnelson.org.nz www.bmsnz.com www.google.co.nz www.careers.govt.nz
Daniel Casey has been able to get an IT degree and a job with an interna onal technology company without leaving Nelson. He was snapped up by emerging so ware systems company Core Transport Technologies (CTT) as soon as he’d completed his Bachelor of Informa on Technology (BIT) from the Nelson Marlborough Ins tute of Technology (NMIT). “I was recruited straight out of my degree. I got work so fast I had to take me off for my own gradua on!” CTT is run from Nelson and Florida, USA. They provide IT systems for world leading companies such as Con nental Airlines, US Postal Service and Delta airlines. With a $1.2m turnover and growing fast, this dynamic company allows Daniel to explore a variety of work in his role as a developer. “My main area of work is programming and data analysis for the US Postal Service (USPS) and the major airlines which carry their mail. While checking data and responding to inquiries is a big part of the job, it’s always interes ng and there’s plenty of freedom to come up with imagina ve solu ons.” Page 17 Research and Development is a growing skilled workforce...
Chemist, Biochemist, Biotechnologist, Food Technologist, Hydrologist, Marine Biologist, Ecologist, Freshwater Scientist, Biosecurity Specialist, Eco-toxicologist,
Oceanologist, Risk Analyst, Fishery Scientist, Aquaculture Researcher, Soil Scientist, Geothermal Scientist, Technician, GIS Analyst, GIS/Mapping Technician. Scientific Research Services have dedicated research facilities & have seen substantial growth in employment regionally. This is a small industry critical to the region’s competitive prospects & the level of employment growth has held steady in recession. Skill Shortages exist for Chemists, Food Technologists, Water Quality Analysts & Statisticians. Degree/Double Degrees in Science/Consumer & Applied Science/Ecology/
Environmental Science/Aquaculture/Agricultural Science/Food Technology/
Geology/Marine Science/Organic Chemistry/Biochemistry/Physics/Soil Science/
Microbiology/Radiology/Mathematics/Statistics > Chemist, Biochemist, Biotechnologist, Food Technologist, Nanotechnologist, Hydrologist, Marine Biologist, Ecologist, Freshwater Ecologist, Biosecurity Specialist, Eco-toxicologist, Zoologist, Risk Analyst, Fishery Scientist, Aquaculture Researcher, Soil Scientist, Geothermal Scientist > Courses run by University of Canterbury, Lincoln University, NMIT, Otago University > salary range: $40,000—$100,000+ Diploma in Science/Aquaculture/Information Systems/ > Laboratory Technician, Food Technologist, Scientific Assistant, Mapper, Assistant GIS Analyst, Database Technician > salary range $40,000+ Certificate in Science/Food Technology/Marine Studies/Information Technology > Food Scientist, Food Technologist, Laboratory Technician, Instrument Assistant & Sampler > Courses run by NMIT > salary range: $28,000+ Apprenticeships or On the Job Training > Summer work or building on basic science knowledge with on the job laboratory training or assisting with sampling for institutes > Courses run by NMIT, Cawthron Institute, NIWA, MAF www.nmit.ac.nz www.canterbury.ac.nz www.lincoln.ac.nz www.cawthron.org.nz www.niwa.org.nz
www.sciences.otago.co.nz www.plantandfood.co.nz www.landcareresearch.org.nz • Nelson has a large number of R&D entities, ie.
Cawthron Institute, Landcare Research, Plant
and Food research and the national Institute of
Water and Atmospheric research.
• Cawthron Institute is a national leader in
antimicrobial analysis to ensure product purity
and safety. Potential exists for companies
working with natural products in the dairy,
marine, agriculture, horticulture and honeybee
industries to use antimicrobial analysis for
product development.
• Plant and food has received $6m from
government to develop marine products for
nutraceuticals, food ingredients & cosmetic
industries & enzymes use for molecular health.
• Much of the focus of R&D (Rangahau) in the
region has been on aquaculture and the
development of finfish farming.
• R&D and scientific research can be used to
assist with industrial resource consents and
precision farming, horticulture and aquaculture
production.
Joe Hay says he has a ‘career trajectory’ and le school and started out as an outdoor guide/instructor for short peak seasonal contracts. He went from adventure tourism to building, as work outdoors suited him and he enjoyed picking up “the useful skills you gain in the building trade”. He didn’t want to just rely on work that was physically demanding, he wanted to have another career op on too. He decided to apply to Canterbury University as he had always wondered what it would be like to study and picked subjects he had an interest in, mainly the natural sciences. He worked some of his summers back in Nelson at the Cawthron Ins tute for the Freshwater Team there. A er achieving a first class Honours Degree in Environmental Science at the University of Canterbury he was offered a full me posi on at Cawthron Ins tute in the Freshwater Team. He is s ll a bit surprised that he ended up being a scien st, as he thought he would fall into resource management roles when leaving University. He now has a dual career in both science and building and manages to maintain some contract work with the Cawthron Freshwater team but con nues to build between contracts. He has 14 publica ons to his name with 8 of these his sole work. His exper se on in-stream flow assessment and fisheries management is applied to general ecology, distribu on of freshwater fish, hydraulic habitat modeling, fish passage and fish screening. Page 18 Natural Products supplies healthy options...
Owner/Operator, Inventor, Product Manager, Product Developer, Plant Supervisor, Factory Foreman, Manufacturing Manager, ProducƟon Plant Worker,
Factory Worker, Distributor, Packager, MarkeƟng/Sales Manager, MarkeƟng/Sales Assistant. Regional quali es, such as, climate, natural se ng, research and development facili es, extrac on capabili es, experienced entrepreneurs and a regional development strategy have created a natural products industry that has a great reputa on and growth poten al. This could undoubtedly create more employment op ons within this sector which has domes c and interna onal market appeal. Healthy supplements & products, organic goods & nutraceu cals can be sourced from the region’s rural & marine environments. Please refer to Horticulture (p 3-4), Aquaculture (p 8), Agricultural Processing (p 10), Business Services (p 14), Engineering (p 16), Research & Development (p 18) for relevant training
options for the emerging Natural Products Industry & Natural Products Manufacturing.
Natural products are sold worldwide and are not just available in health food stores as health food supplements and sports supplements but can be bought online and are available in supermarkets and are used widely within the pharmaceu cal industry, cosme c industry and nutraceu cal industry. There are many Nelson and Tasman Companies who make the following from the natural resources available in this region and the seas surrounding it: Complementary Medicines Therapeu c Goods Probio cs Organic Forest Herbs/Horopito Extracts Kiwi Extracts An Inflammatory Mussel Powder Mussel Oil Extracts Deer Velvet Capsules & Deer Oils Enzogenol Pine Tree Extract Berryfruit Extracts Berry Powder Supplements Rosehip Extracts Rosemary Extracts Hop Extracts Totarol (Totara Extracts) Marine Microalgae Oils Omega 3 & Shark Liver Oils Herbal Preserves Exporters Herbal Tinctures, Herbal Treatments Glycol & Glycerin Liquid Extracts Dairy Based Bio-Nutrients Health Food Supplements & Sports Nutri on Soya Products www.naturalproductsnz.org www.nmit.ac.nz www.canterbury.ac.nz www.otago.ac.nz www.kimi.co.nz
www.chemindustry.com www.wakatu.org/kono www.biocommerce.co.nz www.eda.co.nz www.nzte.co.nz
www.kiwifruitz.co.nz www.nzbg.net www.blackcurrant.co.nz www.nzblackcurrants.com www.o2bhealthy.co.nz
www.nutrizeal.com www.plantandfood.co.nz www.cawthron.org.nz www.seafoodinnovations.co.nz
• L.E.K Bioactives reported Natural
Products to be worth 21m
regionally, which excludes NZ King
Salmon.
• There is an estimated growth of
230% in the next 5 years.
• There are opportunities in
aquaculture to develop extracts and
powders as value added products.
• Products processed from the
region’s berryfruit include
concentrates for baking, ice cream,
yoghurt supplements, juices and
extracts.
• Over 30 businesses in the region are
involved in the manufacture of
products for the complementary
medicine and alternative health
market.
• A multimillion dollar supercritical
fluid extraction plant serves this
emergent, smart and sustainable
industry.
Rachel Rowley, the owner of Soy Works, didn’t actually train in food science or have a background in food manufacturing. She le Christchurch Girl’s High and gained a Bachelor of Commerce (majoring in Marke ng) at Otago University in 2001. She travelled to America and worked in a Florida Country Club. She came back and worked as a rep for NZ Dairy Foods in Christchurch. She got a job as an adver sing advisor for the High Country Herald before going overseas again working in real estate then as a Sales Execu ve for Topdeck Travel. She returned to NZ and worked as a Real Estate Agent in Christchurch un l an interest in food marke ng and sales led her to purchase ‘The Soy Works’ in Motueka in 2009. Her company has been making soy bean derived products in their kitchens for almost 25 years. Soy Works became the first tofu manufacturer in New Zealand to commit to using ONLY soybeans grown in New Zealand. Page 19 Abbrevia ons
AgITO Agricultural Industry Training Organisa on NIWA Na onal Ins tute of Water and Atmospheric Research ATET Abel Tasman Educa onal Trust NMIT Nelson Marlborough Ins tute of Technology BCITO Building and Construc on Industry Training Organisa on NTBT Nelson Tasman Business Trust CNZ Careers New Zealand NZHITO New Zealand Hor cultural Training Organisa on CPIT Christchurch Polytechnic Ins tute of Technology NTI Nelson Technical Ins tute EDA Nelson Regional Economic Development Agency NZQA New Zealand Qualifica on Authority FITEC Forestry Industry Training & Educa on Centre TDC Tasman District Council FTE Full me Employee TOTS Top of the South GIS Geographical Informa on System YES Youth Enterprise Scheme GDP Gross Domes c Product HR Human Resources ICT Informa on Communica on Technology IT Informa on Technology ITO Industry Training Organisa on MAF Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries MPI Ministry of Primary Industries MSD Ministry of Social Development NAC Nelson Avia on College NCEA Na onal Cer ficate of Educa onal Achievement NCC Nelson City Council Page 20 Training Providers
INDUSTRY TRAINING PROVIDERS
LOCAL TRAINING PROVIDERS
Agriculture ITO
Abel Tasman Educa on Trust; 420 Main Rd, Riwaka, PO Box 176 Motueka 7143; 03 528 8535; admin@atet.org.nz ITO House, Level 2, 180-188 Taranaki St, Wellington; 04 801 9616; info@agito.ac.nz Agriculture NZ; 6 Gladstone Rd, PO Box 3008, Richmond, Nelson, 0800 475 455; agnztraining@pggwrightson.co.nz Avia on Tourism, Travel and Training Organisa on
Business Management School, 10 Church Street, Nelson; 03 578 8640; r.jessop@bmsnz.com Level 13, Plimmer Tower, 2-6 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington 6011, PO Box 6466 Marion Square, Wellington 6141; 04 499 6570; www.a to.org.nz Garden City Helicopters; Trent Drive, Nelson 7011; 03 547 4360; gchnelson@xtra.co.nz Building and Construc on ITO
Level 5, Master Builders House, 234 Wakefield St, PO Box 2615, Wellington 6140; 04 381 6430, 0800 4 BCITO; info@bcito.org.nz Golden Bay Workcentre Trust; 84 Commercial St, PO Box 156, Takaka, 7110; 03 525 8099; admin@gbct.org.nz Master Drive Services Ltd, 9 Orion St; PO Box 816, Nelson 7040; 03 546 4035 Nelson Avia on College, Motueka Aerodrome, 124 Queen Victoria Street, Motueka; PO Box 157, Motueka; 03 528 8382; enquiries@nelson-avia on.co.nz Nelson Marlborough Ins tute of Technology, Hardy Street, Nelson; Private Bag 19, Nelson 7042; 03 546 9175, 0800 422733; info@nmit.ac.nz FITEC
Nelson Technical Ins tute, Wakatu Industrial Estate, 3 Elms Street Saxton, Stoke, 7011; 03 544 7350; nelson.training@xtra.co.nz PO Box 137067, Parnell, Auckland 1151, 09 356 8263, 0800 11 99 11; info@fitec.org.nz Nelson Training Centre, Crisps Lane, 138 Hardy St, Nelson; PO Box 352, Nelson 7040; 03 546 7636; info@nelsontrainingcentre.co.nz Hor culture ITO
NIWA, 217 Ackerston St, Nelson, PO Box 893, Nelson; 03 548 1715, 0800 746 464; enquiries@niwa.co.nz HORTITO, PO Box 4003, Nelson; 03 548 7066, 0800 467 844; Duncan.burns@hor to.org.nz; www.hor to.org.nz Open Polytechnic (Distance and online learning), 3 Cleary Street, Lower Hu 5011, Private Bag 31914, Lower Hu , 5040; 0508 650 200; customerservices@openpolytechnic.ac.nz Seafood ITO
Private Bag 24-901, Wellington 6142; 04 385 4005; admin@seafood.co.nz Motor Industry Training Organisa on (Transport and
Logis cs)
MITO, PO Box 10803, Wellington 6143; 04 494 0005, 0800882121; info@mito.org.nz Smart Careers, 10A Rui St, Tahunanui, Nelson; 03 546 4469; ross@smartcareers.co.nz Solu ons to Seafood, 416 Suffolk Rd, Stoke; 03 547 4795; enquiries@siseafood.co.nz Te Awhina Marae, 133 Pah St, Motueka, 7120; 03 528 6061 Tectra, PO Box 7327, Sydenham, Christchurch 8240; 0800 496657, www.woolpro.co.nz Telford Ins tute, 498 Owaka Highway, P.O. Box 6, Balclutha, 9240 Otago, 03 419 0300, enquiry@telford.ac.nz University of Canterbury; Private Bag 4800, Christchurch 8140; 03 366 7001; info@canterbury.ac.nz YMCA, 156 Toi Toi St, Nelson; 03 545 6631; info@nelsonymca.org.nz Page 21 Skill Shortages
Agriculture & Forestry:
Apiarist, Arborist, Assistant Herd Managers, Forest Scien st, Farm Manager (Sheep, Beef, Diary), Poultry Farmer, Orchard Manager, Logging Plant Operator,
Market Gardener, Mixed Crop Farmer, Pig Farmer, Winemaker, Water Quality Analyst
Construc on & Engineering:
Building Inspector/Surveyor, Infrastructure Construc on Project Manager, Surveying Technician, Mining Engineer, Civil Engineering Draughtsperson, Electrical
Engineering Draughtsperson, Mechanical Engineering Draughtsperson, Instrument Control Technicians, Electronic Equipment Trades Worker, Motor Mechanic,
Motorcycle Mechanic, Metal Cas ng Trades Worker, Metal Machinist, Plas cs Technician, Plas cs Engineer, Scaffolder, Upholsterer, Quan ty Surveyor
Fisheries & Transport:
Truck Driver, Ship’s Officer, Ship’s Master, Ship’s Engineer
Research & Development:
Chemist, Food Technologist, Water Quality Analyst, Sta s cian (Fisheries Modeller)
Tourism:
Café & Restaurant Manager, Skydive Instructor, Skydive Tandem Master, Snowsport Instructor
Business Services:
Chartered Accountant, External Auditor, Urban/Regional Planner, Distribu on/Supply Manager, Mul Media Designer
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