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- 2. 2 A great big hello Kia Ora Expert coaching, using his wealth of knowledge to arm clients with valuable tips and insider knowledge of how the New Zealand Job market works and how the client can best present their credentials for that all-important next careermove. TASHANMOODLEY Headof Recruitment
- 4. 4 About Us Migration & Investment Limited is an integrated provider of both immigration and investment services across New Zealand, Australia, the UK and Canada. Since 2009 we have worked with around 1,200 families a year to successfully relocate skilled migrants, set upnew businesses or gain second passports. Ourcore suite of services includes: 1. Citizenship byInvestment for Caribbean commonwealth countries and Residence byInvestment for selected European countries 2.Relocating Skilled Migrants 3. Investor &Entrepreneur Visas 4. Recruitment which supports all migration programmes 5. Wealth Management – bespoke solutions to achieveclient goals related to income, tax efficiencyand international financial flexibility
- 5. 5 New Zealandvalues migrant constructionworkers • Construction is set forconsistent growth until at least 2026 with a workforce that needs toincrease by24% tomeet the current demand. 57,000 new workers areneeded in construction by 2026. • Comparedtoother careers, the cost of getting atrade qualification is lowwhile the job prospects arehigh. Once you'requalified there areopportunities togain more responsibility andhigher pay as a manager, contractor orbusiness owner. • Construction occupations areon the Construction andInfrastructure skills shortage list https://skillshortages.immigration.govt.nz/assets/uploads/canterbury-skill-shortage-list.pdf Topnotchregions In the North Island, population growth haspropagated residential sector construction in Auckland. In the South Island, the Christchurch post-earthquake rebuild has been responsible forthe majority ofconstruction sector work. Most construction jobs are in the most populated areas including Auckland, Waikato (Hamilton), Bay of Plenty (Tauranga-Rotorua), Wellington, Christchurch and Napier- Hastings. Construction growth is expected to increase in Auckland by 26%, Waikato/Bay of Plenty by 22% and Wellington by 25%. The ‘Rest of New Zealand’ is expected togrowby 10% For a fulllist or tofind out whether your role isin demand,feelfree totalk to myselfor a memberof the team and we’llanswer any queriesyou have regarding employment, visa options, costs etc.
- 6. 6 What areyourchancesofgetting a job? • Building and construction managers with experience in building, roadingandinfrastructure arein high demand. As aresult, project managers, builders andsite foremen appear on Immigration New Zealand's regional andlong-term skill shortage lists. They alsoappear on the construction andinfrastructure skill shortage list. • This means the Government is actively encouraging skilled building andconstruction managers from overseas. • The Government's plans to spend over $13 billion on transport networks between 2015 and 2018. • The $850 million Transmission Gully project north ofWellington, which is expected tobe under construction until 2020. Personal traits: Safety-conscious Accurate andpractical Able towork well under pressure Good communicators Good at managing and motivating workers Good planners andorganisers Skills and knowledge: Building methods andmaterials Excellent interpreting drawings andarchitectural plans Costcontrol andpurchasing Health andsafety procedures An understanding ofquality control systems Administrative andbusiness skills Working conditions: Mayworklong andirregularhours,including weekends Work on building anddemolition sites, where conditions may be dusty, dirty and noisy Maytravel out of town toworkon projects, or source materials andequipment
- 7. 7 Entryrequirements • There areno specific qualifications required tobe a building contractor, but you must have the skills andexperience needed tomanage andcomplete building projects. • Construction project managers require extensive experience in the construction industry. The job typically also requires one ofthe following qualifications: civil engineering degree building qualification construction management diploma quantity surveying qualification Employment and skills shortage • The number ofbuilding contractors in employment fell slightly from 2006 to2013. Towards2028, employment is projected toincrease ataround 0.8% per year. Year EmploymentNumber Number Growth%1 2006 29163 2013 27360 -0,9% 2023 28700 +0,8% 2028 30150 +0,8% 1Percentagesare compoundannual growthrates. Source:StatisticsNZCensusandMBIEprojections
- 8. 8 Increased demand is being driven by a recovering commercial building sector andlarge roadandinfrastructure projects. Job prospects for construction workers are good over the next few years, due to growing building activity in Auckland. Other regions still have many opportunities. Job Prospects Opportunities have increased with the growth in the number of construction and infrastructure projects. Both professions can be affected by economic conditions. A downturn in the economy can lower demand for architects. Cabinetmakers arein demand because ofhigh numbers of new house builds, andnew renovations. We expect a small reduction over the next few years,with modest growthin this industry over the longer term.
- 9. 9 The construction boom that will last for another few years means that there are plenty of opportunities for bricklayers, particularly in Auckland. Other regions still have many opportunities. There are good job prospects for carpenters and joiners over the next few years, due to growing building activity in Auckland. Other regions still have many opportunities. Job Prospects Demand is high in Auckland, where electricians are needed for house building and commercial work. Job prospects for painters and floor finishers are relatively good over the next few years, due to growing building activity in Auckland. Other regions still have many opportunities.
- 10. 10 Demand for qualified plumbers and gasfitters is growing and is likely to be moderate to strong over the short to medium term. Prospects are good for quantity surveyors in many parts of New Zealand. Opportunities for quantity surveyors are good due to a strong residential building sector, and a stable commercial (non-residential) building sector. There are good job prospects for roofers and tilers over the next few years, due to growing building activity in Auckland. Other regions still have many opportunities. Job Prospects Prospects for welders and metal workers are good. Many existing workers are nearing retirement. There are also opportunities for welders and metal workers in the manufacturing industry throughout the country. Prospects are good for urban planners, due to a growth in the number of positions available and supply of new graduates. Getting employment as an urban planner is likely to be easier in Auckland than in the rest of New Zealand.
- 11. 11 South Island - Commercial construction continues todominate, while the infrastructure sector remains strong and residential construction active thanks toincreased activity in the retirement village sector andgrouphousing. Quantity Surveyors, Estimators, Project Managers, Site Managers, Carpenters, Tradespeople andForepersons areall in high demand. Auckland - With the America’s Cupset tobe held in Auckland this year, the market will be active. The residential sector is buoyant and primarilydriven by asignificant housing shortage while aged careproviders havebegun major projects in multiple locations aroundthe city. TheBay of PlentyandWaikato remain active due topopulation growthandregional investment. This has created high demand for Site Engineers, Project Engineers, Commercial Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors andClient-Side Project Managers. In Dunedin, projects in the healthcare and education sectors will addtodemand for Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers andEstimators as well as alldisciplines in the building trades. Wellington - Subcontractors arein high demand given increased residential growthresulting from KiwiBuild. Project Managers, SiteManagers and Quantity Surveyors are in greatest demand due tothe sheer volume of demolition andearthquake strengthening work underway. CivilProject Managers with experience working on the tools are needed. The Transmission Gully project has added tovacancy activity. Under the spotlight
- 12. 12 There is ashortage ofproven talent for white collar construction roles, particularlySite Managers, Quantity Surveyors and Project Engineers. With growthacross the country, readily availableandqualified candidates with realistic salaryexpectations arein short supply. As aresult, employers will need toconsider sourcing candidates from further afield. Job market trends Job seekeradvice With clients more involved in the development oftheir projects, soft skills like communication, presentation andrelationship management arecrucial tomaintaining an organisation’s values andreputation in the market. On yourCV, include the name, type andvalue of each project you worked on. Alsomention if the project was completed on time andon budget. Restrict yourCV totwopages. Stick tothe recommended format: contact details, professional summary, skills andcompetencies summary, key career achievements, then work experience in reverse order with quantifiable accomplishments. While yourCVwill secure you an interview, it is yourinterview that secures the job. When it comes time for an interview, be awareofhow you present. Being personable, upbeat, enthusiastic, engaging andpassionate about yourcareer areall important.
- 13. 13 5 surprising careers in construction
- 14. 14 5 surprising careers in construction
- 15. 15 The fourth Construction Industry Survey, aresearch partnership between CivilContractors New Zealand (CCNZ) and Teletrac Navman 25% choose skills shortage as the main industry challenge 69% would hiretoday if the right skills were available 54% would payfor some reallocation costs formore skilled workers 53% of employers - agree that the main challenge facing the industry’s future growthis the skill shortage andavailability of workers. Skill shortage andavailabilityofworkers Despite the negative impacts ofCovid-19 and the economic downturn, businesses still answered that they wouldrecruit 1-5 people, indicating that specific skills areneeded to deliver on New Zealand’s infrastructure needs.