The Waikato Story celebrates the many great employment opportunities available in our region! The future of the Waikato Story includes you, whether you’re a school leaver or returning to the workforce; there’s something for everyone.
We’re here to tell you more about the major employment sectors in the Waikato region. The Regional Labour Market – Regional and Industry Indicators Report gives you an overview of the current trends and opportunities in the Waikato including:
- Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
- Construction
- Service industries
- Manufacturing
- Primary industries
- Health
The report demonstrates employment trends across the whole Waikato labour market. For example, did you know:
- New hires in the Waikato manufacturing sector and primary industries earn more than others elsewhere in New Zealand.
- We need more ICT professionals and specialists.
- There’s expected to be 4 per cent growth in jobs in health and construction in the Waikato each year for the next three years.
- More than 5,000 workers are hired each quarter in the primary sector in the Waikato.
We’d love the Waikato to be part of your future career journey. Now that you know all about our local career opportunities, check out the free impartial careers advice service provided by Careers New Zealand at http://www.careers.govt.nz/plan-your-career/. The Careers New Zealand website can help you with further information about specific occupations, education pathways, job search tips, and how to make great career decisions.
If you’re living overseas and want more information about life in the Waikato check out https://www.newzealandnow.govt.nz/why-choose-nz to help you on your journey.
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