New Zealand’s Green List Expansion: A Game-Changer for International Health Sector Job Seekers
If you’re someone looking to move to New Zealand and work in the health sector, we’ve got great news for you!
The New Zealand government has recently added 32 new health sector roles to the Green List, which means that these roles are now eligible for the Straight Residence Pathway.
This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a career move and experience all that New Zealand has to offer. Read on to find out more!
What is the Green List?
The Green List is a list of occupations that are in high demand in New Zealand. The list is reviewed regularly, and occupations are added or removed based on the needs of the country. If your occupation is on the Green List, you may be eligible for the Straight Residence Pathway, which means that you can apply for residency without having to go through the usual points-based system.
What are the new health sector roles on the Green List?
The 32 new health sector roles that have been added to the Green List include a wide range of occupations, from medical professionals to support staff. Some of the roles that have been added include:
- Addiction practitioner/alcohol & drug clinician
- Audiometrist
- Chiropractor
- Clinical dental technician
- Clinical physiologists (sleep, renal, exercise, respiratory, neurology, and cardiac)
- Counsellor
- Dental specialists
- Dental technician
- Dental therapist
- Dentist
- Dietician
- Dispensing optician
- Drug and alcohol counsellor
- Enrolled nurse
- Genetic counsellor
- Medical laboratory pre-analytical technician
- Medical resonance imaging technologist
- Nuclear medicine technologist
- Nurse practitioner
- Optometrist
- Oral health therapist
- Orthotic and prosthetic technician
- Orthotist/prosthetist
- Osteopath
- Paramedic/emergency medical technician
- Perfusionist (cardiac)
- Pharmacist
- Physiotherapist
- Play therapist (hospital)
- Social worker
- Speech language therapist
- Sterile processing technician
Existing roles on Green List Work to Residence pathway moving to Straight to Residence pathway:
- Anaesthetic Technician
- Audiologist
- Clinical Psychologists
- Medical laboratory scientist
- Medical practitioners
- Midwife
- Medical imaging technologist
- Medical laboratory technician
- Medical radiation therapist
- Occupational therapist.
- Orthoptist
- Physicist (Medical)
- Psychologists
- Registered Nurse
- Podiatrist
- Sonographer
These roles are in high demand in New Zealand, and there are currently shortages in many of these areas. This is great news for those looking to move to New Zealand and work in the health sector, as there are plenty of opportunities available.
Why is this a great opportunity for international job seekers?
If you’re an international job seeker looking to move to New Zealand, this update in government policy represents a huge opportunity. The Straight Residence Pathway means that you can apply for residency without having to go through the usual points-based system, which can be a lengthy and complex process.
Not only that, but New Zealand is a fantastic place to live and work. It’s a beautiful country with a high standard of living and excellent healthcare system. The people are friendly and welcoming, and there are plenty of opportunities to explore the great outdoors and experience the unique culture of New Zealand.
Where will your NZ journey take you?
How can Prospero Health & Social help you?
At Prospero Health & Social, we’re committed to helping international job seekers find their dream job in New Zealand. We’re a recruitment agency with years of experience in the healthcare sector, and we have a wide network of contacts and clients throughout the country.
We can help you with everything from finding job opportunities to navigating the visa and immigration process. Our team of experts are on hand to provide advice and guidance every step of the way, ensuring that your move to New Zealand is as smooth and stress-free as possible, that’s our guarantee.
Key Takeaways
The addition of 32 new health sector roles to the Green List is fantastic news for international candidates looking to move to New Zealand. This update in government policy represents a huge opportunity, and we’re excited to help candidates take advantage of it.
At Prospero Health & Social, we’re committed to helping international candidates find their dream job in New Zealand. We have years of experience in the healthcare sector and a wide network of contacts and clients throughout the country. So, if you’re looking to make a career move and experience all that New Zealand has to offer, get in touch with us today and let us help you make it happen!
If you are interested in pursuing a move to New Zealand under the ‘Green List’ initiative, why not get in touch with our team today?
