Immigration 91 occupations recognised for AEWV upgraded to Skill Level 1–3 2025 under the NOL

Immigration New Zealand has upgraded 91 occupations to Skill Level 1–3 under the National Occupation List (NOL). These roles now qualify for a 5-year Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) and can support partner and dependent visas. Current 3-year AEWV holders in these roles may apply for an extra 2 years if they meet the updated requirements.

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Examples from the upgraded listupgraded list

Level 1 roles

• Horticulture Post Harvest Leading Hand

• Indoor Crop Production Leading Hand

• Outdoor Crop Production Leading Hand

Level 3 roles

• CNC Operator Solid Timber Joinery

• Concierge

• Concreter Commercial

• Electronic Security System and Alarm Technician

• Fibre Composite Technician

• Forestry Supervisor

• Hazardous Materials Removalist

• Horticulture Post Harvest Supervisor

• Indoor Crop Production Supervisor

• Irrigation Manager

• Livestock Farm Supervisor

• Outdoor Crop Production Supervisor

• Poultry Farm Supervisor

• Power Wash Technician

• Production Supervisor Food and Drink Processing

• Production Supervisor Meat Processing

• Production Supervisor Seafood Processing

• Production Supervisor Wood and Paper Processing

• Production Supervisor Plastics and Rubber Production

• Senior Fleet Tyre Technician

• Senior Piggery Stockperson

• Senior Tyre Technician

• Sheep Farm Supervisor

• Silviculture Operator

• Solar Installer

• Waterproofer

Note

Each role may still have specific qualification, wage, or registration requirements.

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