Steps to get a job and move to New Zealand

Member since 21 August 2016

Nasreen19New member30 April 2018 06:58:31

Hi I'm a South African looking to get a job in New Zealand. I would appreciate any advice from people who have already made it there on how to go about it. Where do I even start? I have done the online assessment, and I know that I qualify for a visa but finding jobs is proving to be a slow process. Should I get the job first or the visa first? And which sites have jobs for expats? Many job ads I see say that you should already have a visa. Can anyone recommend recruiters that specialise in placing South Africans in New Zealand jobs?
Many thanks in advance

Priscilla ViP

Member since 30 May 2013

PriscillaViP30 April 2018 09:14:22

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Hi Nasreen19,

I have created a new thread with your post on the New Zealand forum for more visibility and interaction with the members.

For some starting information, i invite you to have a look at the Living in New Zealand guide.

Thank you,

Priscilla
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stumpy Laos Expert

Member since 27 November 2009

stumpyLaos Expert30 April 2018 20:30:12

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Immigration in NZ have a preferred skills list. If your skill set is in the building and construction fields then you should have a good chance of getting a job.
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GuestPoster204Guest04 May 2018 13:38:43

Hi Nasreen19

We have just come back to the UK after living in New Zealand for the past 3 and a half years. Firstly, you must have skills that NZ needs so check whether you qualify for a skilled visa or not. You say you are so that's a major hurdle crossed. I would also advice you to find a job first before you move there otherwise your savings will be used up very quickly! It is not the cheapest of destinations especially if you end up on a low income wage.听 Be prepared to deal with A LOT of paperwork. Depending on what your industry is, sometimes it is best to apply directly to the companies.听 This is what I did.听 Nobody got back to me for months on end but I got a phone call a year later asking me for a Skype interview! Otherwise it is a great country and I loved it!

Good Luck!