NZ Job Club
NZ Job Club is compiled by Neilson Immigration Consultants as a general information tool to assist migrants who are looking for employment in New Zealand and general information of jobs in New Zealand.
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Jobs in New Zealand
The average wage in New Zealand is NZD$ 47,000 a year and the minimum wage for all NZ jobs is NZD$ 12.50 an hour. There is now a 3 month probation period for all new jobs in New Zealand where it is easier for employers to dismiss employees and by in large, also making it more attractive for NZ employers to take more risks with new employees such as with people who have not had a job in New Zealand before. New Zealand has strict employment laws so workers can not be discriminated against or treated too unfairly. With all jobs in New Zealand, employees can expect 4 weeks paid vacation after working for a minimum time, usually 6 to 12 months and 5 days sick pay.
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Employment in New Zealand today
As of February 15 2009, New Zealand's unemployment rate is 4.6% of the working population. With the New Zealand Government pledging to spend up large on infrastructure, there is still plenty of opportunities for people seeking employment in New Zealand. With new Government spending on infrastructure projects being designed to create more jobs in New Zealand. Skilled migrants will always be in demand for NZ employment opportunities and are needed to help shortages when jobs in New Zealand can not be filled.
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