Job Opportunities

With the NZ border open job opportunities exist across multiple industry sectors. Most NZ employers are accredited with Immigration New Zealand (INZ) and some of these positions listed below are on INZ ‘Green’ list making them eligible under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.

Advertised vacancies will be placed on this page from time to time so please look out for them and if you wish to apply send a copy of your CV and a cover letter quoting the reference number to david@davidlaw.co.nz or if you are expressing an interest in any of the key areas highlighted below that may fit your profile then please make contact with David using the CONTACT section or phone him directly for more information.

CIVIL ENGINEERS

Consequently, our clients have numerous vacancies for experienced Civil/Structural Engineers to work for NZ Engineering Consultants and local authorities throughout NZ. If you are looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to play an active role in some exciting projects then we can offer professional advice around potential opportunities within the following key areas; Civil (Construction, Design, Project Management) Transport/Roading Asset Management Water/Waste Water/Stormwater. Successful applicants will need to have at least 3+ years’ experience in a post graduate capacity, have a solid technical background either in New Zealand or overseas, and have good verbal and written communication skills in English.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS - DIESEL MECHANICS - VEHICLE INPECTORS

A number of clients are in need of trade qualified and/or experienced technicians who are looking for a career move and lifestyle change for them and their families. Successful applicants will need to have a trade qualification and/or at least 3-5+ years proven trade related experience either in New Zealand or overseas and have good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Relocation packages are often made available and negotiable terms depending on qualifications and experience. For a confidential discussion contact David TODAY on +64 21409460 or use the CONTACT section and he will respond.

VACANCIES

Position: Vehicle Inspectors - (Heavy vehicles)

Reference No: 572

My client is spread across New Zealand and offers competitive wages, benefits including sign on bonuses, assistance with relocation expenses, life and trauma cover, medical insurance, work-life balance plus much more.

About the role:

If you are someone who pays attention to detail, gets on well with others, has an interest in road safety and knows how to care for your customers then this is the job for you. You would be working a 40-hour week plus rostered Saturdays.

You will be required to have a Waka Kotahi (New Zealand Transport Authority - NZTA) CoFB Authority but if not - no problem, training will be provided, if you have experience as a diesel mechanic and have worked in full-time employment carrying out repairs and maintenance to all safety aspects of heavy on-road motor vehicles for at least 4 years* plus a minimum class 4 NZ drivers license or equivalent.

*This can be reduced to 3 years if you hold a Level 4 or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (NZQF Level 4) or equivalent.

Overseas candidates will be required to provide a (New Zealand Qualifications Authority -NZQA) assessment to work out how their qualifications compare to that of New Zealand qualifications in order to meet the minimum criteria.

Position: Vehicle Inspector

Reference No: 573

About the role:

Join a company that are experts in the field of vehicle inspection, passionate about what they do and the outcomes they achieve. They have an opportunity for you to join their Vehicle Inspection team in Nelson.

They have a full time role available, with a guaranteed 40 hours per week. A competitive pay rate subject to level of skills and experience.

Technical skills required: For the mechanically skilled with 4+ years of relevant trade experience and/or trade qualification, they train and support you to gain the required Waka Kotahi (NZTA) authorities.

Qualifications required:

  • A full NZ Driver's Licence.

  • Experience in identifying vehicle faults in a workshop setting.

  • Customer service ability and genuine team spirit.

  • WOF, COF A and/or COF B authority, or the ability to train and gain Waka Kotahi (NZTA) authorities.

  • A reliable honest work ethic, and attention to detail.