{"id":1023637,"date":"2025-07-28T07:46:16","date_gmt":"2025-07-27T21:46:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/?p=1023637"},"modified":"2025-08-04T10:30:52","modified_gmt":"2025-08-04T00:30:52","slug":"looking-to-move-to-new-zealand-as-a-tradie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-blogs\/looking-to-move-to-new-zealand-as-a-tradie\/","title":{"rendered":"Skilled Trades Fast-Tracked for Residence in New Zealand"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"1\">Introduction<\/h3><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>New Zealand is taking decisive action to tackle talent shortages and boost economic recovery by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beehive.govt.nz\/release\/skilled-trades-fast-track-residence\"><strong>fast-tracking residence for skilled tradespeople<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u201cSkilled workers are essential to keeping New Zealand\u2019s manufacturing sector resilient and productive,\u201d says Immigration <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beehive.govt.nz\/minister\/biography\/erica-stanford\">Minister Erica Stanford.<\/a> \u201cWhen we don\u2019t have enough people in these roles, productivity slows, business growth stalls, and the economy suffers. These changes will help us bring in the talent we need to keep moving.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"2\">What\u2019s Changing?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beehive.govt.nz\/release\/skilled-trades-fast-track-residence#:~:text=Erica%20Stanford%20says.-,From%2018%20August%202025,-%2C%20ten%20new%20trades\"><strong>18 August 2025<\/strong>, <strong>ten new trades occupations will be added to the Green List\u2019s Work to Residence pathway<\/strong><\/a>. This pathway allows migrants to apply for residence after working in a relevant role for an accredited employer in New Zealand for two years.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"750\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/19-2.png\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full lazyload\" alt=\"Skilled trades\" title=\"Skilled trades\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/19-2.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/19-2-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/19-2-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/19-2-768x384.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\"  data-dt-location=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-blogs\/looking-to-move-to-new-zealand-as-a-tradie\/attachment\/19-5\/\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1500\/750;\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"3\">New Trades Added to the Green List Work to Residence Pathway<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul>\n<li>Metal Fabricator<\/li>\n<li>Metal Machinist (First Class)<\/li>\n<li>Fitter (General)<\/li>\n<li>Fitter and Turner<\/li>\n<li>Fitter-Welder<\/li>\n<li>Pressure Welder<\/li>\n<li>Welder<\/li>\n<li>Panel Beater<\/li>\n<li>Vehicle Painter<\/li>\n<li>Paving Plant Operator<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Why This Matters<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Manufacturing contributes around <strong>NZD 21.8 billion annually<\/strong> to New Zealand\u2019s economy. While business confidence is improving as inflation and living costs ease, many manufacturers still struggle to find skilled workers for critical roles.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBringing in overseas talent will help lift productivity, support business growth, and create opportunities for more local apprenticeships,\u201d says Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk.<\/p>\n<p>As these businesses grow, they will be better positioned to expand operations and contribute to stronger local communities across New Zealand.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >What This Means for Skilled Trades Professionals<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>If you work in one of these trades and want to build a stable future in New Zealand, this is a <strong>clear, realistic pathway to permanent residence<\/strong>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/nz-visa\/nz-green-list-pr-pathway\/\">Green List Work to Residence pathway<\/a> allows you to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Secure a role with an accredited employer in New Zealand in your trade<\/li>\n<li>Work for two years in that role<\/li>\n<li>Apply for residence, providing long-term stability for you and your family<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"750\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/18-1.png\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full lazyload\" alt=\"manufacturing tradie\" title=\"manufacturing tradie\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/18-1.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/18-1-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/18-1-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/app\/uploads\/2025\/07\/18-1-768x384.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\"  data-dt-location=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-blogs\/looking-to-move-to-new-zealand-as-a-tradie\/attachment\/18-5\/\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1500\/750;\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Why New Zealand?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>New Zealand offers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A stable, welcoming environment for skilled trades professionals<\/li>\n<li>Strong demand for qualified tradespeople across industries<\/li>\n<li>Clear residence pathways under the Green List Work to Residence system<\/li>\n<li>A balanced lifestyle with opportunities for your family\u2019s future<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >How SOL Edu &amp; Migration Can Help<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>At <strong>SOL Edu &amp; Migration<\/strong>, we support skilled trades professionals and their families to move to New Zealand with confidence. We can assist you with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Identifying the right occupation pathway<\/li>\n<li>Coordinating your Accredited Employer Work Visa application<\/li>\n<li>Preparing your residence application after your two-year work period<\/li>\n<li>Supporting your family\u2019s settlement and transition in New Zealand<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Ready to Build Your Future in New Zealand?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" 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