Careers Expo 2018 Magazine

CAREERS EXPO 2018

The New Zealand Careers Expo -NZ’s No 1 careers expo for over 27 years

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CONTENTS

3 Fees free & the world of work VOCATIONAL 5 PATHWAYS

What does it mean?

The Careers Expo is your one stop shop for careers advice and information from the widest range of

employers, training providers and industry bodies.

You will find loads of resources and interactive exhibits to help you identify a job that suits your skill set.

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Your journey starts here!

19 Journalism up to a 21 Trade GREAT FUTURE

A way with words

Find out how!

7 Services Industries 7 Social and Community Industries 9 Manufacturing and Technology 9 Construction and Infrastructure 11 Student Passport 15 Primary Industries 15 Creative Industries

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FEES FREE

This year, for the first time since 1990, tertiary students will not pay fees for their first year of study.

The fees-free policy means New Zealanders who finished school in

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FROM FAMINE TO FEAST

Some in the tertiary sector have praised the move, such as New Zealand Union of Students’ Associations (NZUSA) president Jonathan Gee. He said fees free will ease

2017, or are to finish school during

pressure on those students who have had to work

2018, qualify for a year of fees-free

“Previously, they’ve been focused much more on

provider-based tertiary education or two years of industry training in 2018.

part-time jobs on top of their full time study. economic survival rather than academic success,” he said. “As an association we are happy other fees outside of tuition fees are also covered by the policy. We are glad that these more hidden and unexpected costs like

This year’s changes were the first step in the Govern-

the CSSF (Compulsory Student Services Fee) are also

ment’s plan to provide a full programme of three years’

covered.”

fees-free tertiary education and training for New

He also said that those completing industry training who

Zealanders by 2024.

will be eligible for two years fees free, will help “level the playing field between trades training and university”.

Marcia Spanswick from Tauranga has just begun her Bachelor of Laws at Waikato University’s Tauranga

Others in the tertiary sector have been more tepid in

campus. The new policy means not having to pay just

their response.

under $8000 in fees for her first year. She says this is going

Universities New Zealand chief executive Chris Whelan

a long way towards reducing the financial pressure on

says the policy doesn’t target those who find it hardest

her. “It’s less I have to borrow now and means I’ll owe

to access study such as Maori and Pasifika students. He

that much less by the end of my study.”

says on average students leave university with a

“A few friends of mine, who’ve just finished Year 13, have

relatively small debt of on average $27,000 to $28,000,

delayed starting tertiary study because they, and their

which takes students around three years to pay back.

families, can’t afford it. They’ve decided to work for a year or two to save for university instead.”

This policy also benefits those who are not school leavers.

Adults who have previously studied for less than half a full

Potential students can find out whether they are eligible on the fees-free website. www.feesfree.govt.nz

time year of tertiary education or industry training also qualify for fees free.

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The journey to YOUR future starts right here.

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Dear Future, I AM READY!

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Vocational Pathways

Dear Past,

You’re at a stage of your life where you are already equipped with a number of amazing skills, talents and passions unique to you.

When you combine these attributes with commitment, hard work and sacrifice, reaching your dreams and goals and achieving success is a sure reality!

Figuring out your next steps after leaving school can be

The benefit of Vocational Pathways is that many of the

exciting and confusing, but it certainly doesn’t have to

standards you’ll be working towards are ‘sector related’,

be scary. It is perfectly normal to be asking yourself

which just means you’re getting the necessary skills that

questions like: ‘What am I going to do when I finish

actually mean something in the real world.

school?’ or ‘What am I really interested in, or where do I see myself in the working world?’.

There are six Vocational Pathways:

So, if you’re not taking a Gap Year, what are the options?

Primary Industries

Study further at a uni or polytechnic?

Services Industries

Do an apprenticeship or trade and earn while you learn?

Get a job?

Social & Community Services Creative Industries Manufacturing & Technology Construction & Infrastructure

Once you’ve decided on one of the above options you then need to narrow down your choices.

Employers hire people from these six industries based on

That’s where Vocational Pathways can help.

knowledge and/or capability. Vocational Pathways can

‘What do we mean by Vocational Pathways?’ Let’s first

help you know what skills and knowledge these

understand the term. Vocation means your job or your

employers are looking for. It’s win win!

career, while pathway is a means of getting to a

You’ll notice the six pathways are colour coded, with

destination. So Vocational Pathways is guide to finding

levels. This helps students and teachers plan their study

a career best suited to you.

programme step by step starting with the NCEA you obtain at school.

Vocational Pathways was developed for students by

You’ll also notice some of the colours overlap, that’s

government, educational and industry leaders who

because not all careers fit neatly into each category.

selected a range of Level 1 and 2 achievement and unit

The beauty of this is there is more than one way to

standards they believe provide a curriculum foundation

achieve your goal and you may also have more options

in each Vocational Pathway.

available to you.

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Vocational Pathways/ Your journey starts here

Services INDUSTRIES Careers in this sector include: Tour Guide, Accountant, Receptionist, Journalist, Flight Attendant, Lawyer, Retail Manager, Fitness Instructor, Chef.

It’s all about people!

The communication and interaction

If you enjoy working with people, this

skills you learn in this industry are

can be a great sector to work in –

essential to pretty much every job.

also known as the ‘people pleasing’

So work experience in this sector is

sector. Having good communication

the perfect way to learn these.

skills, being polite and well-presented are some of the necessary skills

You’ll be sure to meet a wide variety

you’ll need for jobs in this sector.

of interesting people in this industry.

Would you believe, of all the 6 indus-

Being able to handle tricky situations

tries, the Services Sector provides

diplomatically will be an added

most of the jobs in New Zealand?

advantage when seeking work in

Some of you may already be work-

the services sector.

ing in this sector in your part-time jobs in retail stores and cafes.

Work your way up from an entry level starting role to a responsible

Working in teams and dealing with

leadership position and even

people means you’ll need to speak

progress into management.

and listen well to others and relate to people from all walks of life.

SOCIAL & cOMMUNITY iNDUSTRIES Careers in this sector include: Optometrist, Midwife, Counsellor, Probation Officer, Radiologist, Navy Officer, Doctor, Teacher, Security Officer.

People who have a passion for

Getting young children off to a

improving the health, wellbeing and

good start in life at a quality school

safety of others in the community,

is becoming highly sought after by

often find themselves working in this

parents – which means if you’ve

exciting and very rewarding industry.

thought of becoming a teacher, you will have a direct influence on the

Many roles in this sector can be

next generation.

demanding, so being physically fit is

Maybe you’ve wondered what it

helpful. Emotional maturity is impor-

would be like to be part of the thin

tant too. Being able to make quick

blue line - a policeman, a

decisions, keeping cool under pres-

corrections officer or a soldier.

sure and attention to detail are also

If you’ve ever said to yourself, ‘I want

very important aspects of the job.

to make a difference in people’s lives’, then your path is purple.

The Social and Community Sector has become an area of seriously

This is a sector where you’ll get con-

high employment demand in recent

tinual development if you want it.

times. Whether it’s attending to the

No matter what level you enter, you

needs of the young, caring for peo-

can progress quickly if you are

ple with special needs or helping the

committed to your job and willing

elderly.

to take on further study. The skills you

As the population of the developed

gain in this industry can be used

nation gets older - people are

in related industries, and are even

living longer, so it is important there

sought after overseas.

is high quality aged care for the older generations.

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MANUFACTURING & tECHNOLOGY Careers in this sector include: Boat Builder, Forensic Scientist, Jeweler, Game Developer, Food Technologist, Civil or Chemical Engineer, Industrial Spray Painter, Production Manager, Winemaker.

From assembling teeny intricate

Manufacturing – from jewelry design

component parts to operating

to steel making, meat processing

machinery on busy production lines,

to managing people and produc-

the career options in the Manufac-

tion lines, manufacturing uses tools,

turing and Technology Industry are

machine processes and people to

so vast and varied.

transform materials and substances

There is a mixture of skilled jobs

into new, finished products to be

across the sector, something to suit

sold either here in New Zealand or

everyone.

overseas.

Careers in technology, engineering, and science are among the most

The technology side of this sector

exciting, varied and rewarding

applies scientific, mathematical and

careers. It’s not really hard to see

creative knowledge to improve the

why.

machinery, tools and systems we use

Inventing something new, designing

to help us find better ways of doing

something different or simply

things. Technology can be as simple

ensuring that something keeps

as using hand-held tools or virtual

running well makes for seriously

simulation.

satisfying work.

Technology, and telecommunica-

In addition to job satisfaction, is the

tions in particular, are fast-changing

financial satisfaction as the skills and

and expanding industries, and key to

knowledge involved in this sector are

New Zealand’s future.

always in high demand.

CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE Careers in this sector include: Architect, Electrician, Plumber, Property Manager, Civil Engineer, Mechanic, Welder, Quantity Surveyor, Crane Drive, Carpenter, Construction Project Manager, Builder.

‘Build’ the life you love!

New Zealand has a great need for

Within the Construction Industry, there

construction and infrastructure, from

are so many trades to choose from.

new housing developments to public

If tools and machinery excite you,

transport systems and road repairs. If working with your hands, building from you are fascinated by development, scratch, working with a team of other roads, tunnels, drainage, electricity tradespeople in a dusty and some-

generation, designing, planning, build-

times noisy site – your path could be

ing, finding solutions for the community

orange and fall into the construction

then perhaps the Infrastructure side is

sector.

for you.

You can be guaranteed your skills will be sought after, your career will

This field is great for you if you like

progress and there are many oppor-

designing, putting things together and

tunities to earn while you learn. Once

making things from scratch. Being able qualified you can be self-employed or to visualize or sketch what things look work for someone else. Earning poten- like, will greatly benefit you in this sectial is very good as pay scales reflect

tor. In this field you will need to be able

the demands and if you’re prepared

to have practical maths skills in order

to work hard, you will do well.

to measure and use plans. You’ll also

Services we usually take for granted,

need to be competent at reading

like electricity, roads, bridges, rail and

manuals and applying them to the

runways, clean water supply or waste

job, as well as being a good

water systems, all fall under the Infra-

listener and thinker to be able to

structure Industry.

deliver what clients are looking for.

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STUDENT PASSPORT

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Do you know exactly where you are headed - but need to work out the finer details?.

Do you sort of know

- but need to narrow it down a little?.

Are you heading straight to the workforce?

- make sure you are ‘work ready’ and get the best start.

Get the most out of your time at expo!

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I KNOW EXACTLY!

Who else offers the course you wish to do?

Is there any career support available once you enter the tertiary provider?

What are the entry requirements?

What job opportunities are there with this qualification?

What are the options or content of the course?

Do you need anything else other than your academic record to gain entry? E.g. A portfolio of work, references, work experience.

But need to work out the finer details of my decisions...

How adaptable to other careers would this qualification be?

If you are looking to move out of your home town - what are the accommodation options like?

What is the student support like at the tertiary provider?

Sometimes Polytechs also offer degrees the same as Universities but the style of learning can be different. It might be useful to check these out too.

I SORT OF KNOW! But need to NARROW IT DOWN A LITTLE...

Sometimes when people are unsure about their future, taking a break between high school and further study can be beneficial. But there are downsides to doing this as well.

3) What is your plan when you return?

It is best to do some research first: 1) Why are you taking a break between studying?

(motivation can be hard when you have

4) Have you spoken to anyone who has taken a break then gone into study? previously been earning money and then have limited funds while studying. When you finish high school you are in the habit of doing study

2) What are you hoping to get out of it?

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Remember, what you are passionate about now might not be what you are passionate about in 5 years time. Make sure you keep your options open and are not narrowing down your future to one particular job.

so getting back into this can be a struggle after a break).

Hopefully from all the research you have done prior to the expo you have narrowed down your options to a few different career pathways or providers.

Have a talk to all the different providers and consider the information below: • What job opportunities are there with this qualification?

• How adaptable to other careers would this qualification be?

• Is there any career support available once you enrol with a tertiary provider?

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• If I start doing one course can I

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change to something else?

MAKE SURE YOU ARE ‘WORK READY’ FOR THE BEST START...

Do you have a CV? - go to Careers NZ website (CV Builder) to create one.

The workforce has changed dramatically over the past few years due to technology and globalisation.

Jobs which are around today may not be around tomorrow.

Do you have any references?

- talk to your teachers to see if they would be one for you. You need 2-3 and maybe a family friend.

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STRAIGHT TO THE WORKFORCE! ‘‘ Do you need a driver’s license?

- www.nzta.govt.nz/driver-licences/ - You are more employable with a valid drivers license.

Do you need a Police Check?

- www.police.govt.nz/faq/how-do-iget-a-police-clearance-certificate Do you need to verify your identify or qualifications?

- check out www.RealMe.govt.nz Do you have an IRD number? You can’t be paid until you have one - https://www.ird.govt.nz/how-to/ irdnumbers Do you have a Bank Account?

- you can’t be paid or get a IRD number without one.

“Statistics New Zealand’s Income Survey shows that people with a bachelors degree earned 64 percent more than those with no qualifications” * “A person with no qualifications or school qualifications is somewhat less likely to be employed than a person with a tertiary qualification” * * Education Counts (2016) Labour market outcomes of skills and qualifications. Retrieved 22nd March, 2016 from w.educationcounts.govt.nz/publications/series

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Remember : All winners were once beginners!

Major - This is the main subject in your degree (eg. A History Major in a Bachelor of Arts) Minor - This is the second main subject in your degree (eg. A Major in History and a Minor in Classical Studies within a Bachelor of Arts) Reference - a written letter from someone who knows you personally or professionally which covers your skills and attributes.

Referee - someone who knows you personally or professionally and has agreed to speak to future employers or providers on your behalf.

Make sure you have asked their permission first.

Cover Letter - This is the letter which goes with your CV explaining why you would be perfect for that specific job. Make sure you tailor this to each job you apply for.

CV (Curriculum Vitae) - Written presentation of your skills and attributes as well as your employment and academic history.

Student Loan - Organised through StudyLink to cover fees and some money towards living costs (you will have to pay this back).

Student Allowance - Organised through StudyLink and is a weekly amount towards your living costs.

This is dependent on your parents’ income. (You do not have to pay this back).

While at the expo, have you been…

(Tick once done) To see Studylink

Used the term CAREER when talking to a provider

To see at least two different providers

Found out about at least one career you did not know existed prior to the expo

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Vocational Pathways/ Your journey starts here

PRIMARY INDUSTRIES Careers in this sector include: Marine Biologist, Biosecurity Officer, Ranger, Forest Manager, Vet, Veterinary Nurse, Dairy Farmer, Shearer, Groundskeeper, Beekeeper

There are a huge range of jobs in

Keeping it green is important too, to

this sector which focus largely on

ensure the quality of New Zealand’s

the environment, plants and animals.

land and water is maintained for

You could work outdoors in some

future generations.

of the most incredible landscapes,

For those who like to be hands on

planting, growing, or tending ani-

there are plenty of opportunities –

mals, crops and water. Or, you may

on farms, on boats, in forests,

like to work in an office or laboratory

orchards, gardens, parks and on

with options like exporting or food

sports grounds.

technology or biosecurity. You could

If being with animals is your thing,

work on your own or with a team of

you could take a role caring for

people.

livestock, dogs and horses - such as

Whether on a farm or a processing

biosecurity sniffer dogs, racing horses

plant you will be working with plenty

and breeding ewes.

of high tech equipment.

Safety is of utmost importance in all

There’s a whole supply chain that

parts of this sector be it working with

gets primary produce from the gate

machinery or ensuring our water is

or sea to the market, and there are

safe to drink, or that no little nasties

many roles for people working in

destroy our crops.

teams to make this happen. There

If you care about the environment,

is a need for team leaders who can

and want to make a difference, this

keep people safe and well

is a good place to be.

motivated too.

If you’re from a rural background or you’re a townie, there’s something here for you.

CREATIVE industries Careers in this sector include: Lighting Technician, Medical Photographer, Fashion Designer, Commentator, Graphic & Web Designer, Architect, Landscape Architect, Journalist.

This sector is all about using your

If you work for yourself, you’ll need

creativity and imagination to get

to be disciplined, self-motivated

people see the world differently.

and able to promote yourself to get

Brainstorming new ideas is exciting.

known in the industry. If you work in

In this sector you will need to explore

a team you may have to get used to

original ways to express new ideas

working with other creative people,

or relook at existing concepts. You

share ideas and be able to work to

may need to analyse problems and

deadlines

come up with solutions.

You could have one, some or all of

The digital revolution has had a

these skills - design, music, communi-

huge impact on the creative

cations, humour, movement, drama,

industry. Job prospects are good

visual, graphic and web-related

for designers, especially industrial

design – all of which are needed

designers and graphic/web

in this sector, as well as many of the

designers with competence in new

other sectors.

technology.

In the creative sector you could work as part of a team in an organi-

If applying your creative skills and

sation or own your own business.

talents, and producing work the world’s never seen before gives you a buzz, then your path is yellow.

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A WAY WITH WORDS!

By the time lunchtime rolls around on a typical working day, Jude Barback has usually interviewed someone, posted a news story or two online, worked on a feature article draft, edited an article from a contributing writer and smashed through about 50 emails, many of them press releases.

Believing in yourself is the first secret of SUCCESS

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JOURNALISM

The editor position jumped out at me,” said Jude. “I didn’t have any journalism experience, but I knew I could write.”

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Her publishing background got her an interview and then Jude was put through her paces with several writing assignments. Her writing got the nod of approval and Jude got the job.

Jude is a magazine editor; she edits Education Review and

Although NZME. Educational Media is based in Wellington, the

INsite (aged care and retirement) magazines, published by

34-year-old works from home in the Bay of Plenty.

NZME. Educational Media. She loves the variety that comes

“People often ask me how I manage to stay focused working

from the two very different titles.

from home, but I actually find myself way more distracted in an

“I cover cradle to grave,” she jokes, before adding, “Each sector

office environment,” says Jude. “The deadlines demand focus.

is different and each has its own challenges and issues, which

The problem I have is actually switching off from work.”

means there is never a dull moment.”

Five years on, she now has a journalism diploma, completed via

Jude’s foray into the publishing industry started after she left

‘on-the-job’ training with the journalism industry training

university. Graduating from the University of Auckland with a

organisation, Competenz.

BA/BCom, the Matamata girl went to the UK and found work in

The nature of trade magazine publishing has changed over the

Oxford at Blackwell Publishing (now Wiley-Blackwell) in the

years. Jude finds herself spending more time on updating the

medical journals department. Blackwell helped to contribute

publications’ websites and social media sites.

towards her master’s degree in publishing, which she

“The ever-increasing workload is a challenge,” says Jude. “It is

completed part-time while working.

hard to juggle the print and digital demands of two different

Fast forward a few years, and Jude returned to New Zealand

publications while keeping the standard of writing high.”

with her British husband and two small children in tow. She was

But Jude is grateful for the opportunity to do what she loves for

nervous about finding work and trawled SEEK constantly.

a living – write.

Editorial content supplied by jetmag.co.nz

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TO A GREAT FUTURE! I DISCOVERED A WHOLE NEW ME Rikki Dewes, a young plasterboard fixer and finisher from Hawke’s Bay was initially hesitant in pursuing his career in the trade. He says he was ‘green as!’ and knew nothing about GIB or plaster when he first went to Atlas Fibrous Plasterers’ office to apply for a labouring position.

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my trade and my training. Our future family will be well provided

employer] gave me a chance and hired me, and at first he put

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“In 2016 I was selected to represent Atlas in the New Zealand

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focused on setting my sights even higher.

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called Bryce and the guys and thanked them for backing me, I

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“My future career goals are very clear now. I want to be a

the future.”

success, not just financially, but also to be happy, focussed, and knowledgeable but most importantly to help as many other people as I can to get into a trade like me.

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