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Sterilisation Technician (711914): New Zealand residence options
Sterilisation Technician (711914) is on the Green List Tier 1. Skill level: check the ANZSCO (immigration view) on Stats NZ Aria. It decides the pay you need and which pathways are open.
Green List Tier 1
| Route | Open? | What it takes |
|---|---|---|
| Green List: Straight to Residence | Yes | Tier 1. Apply for residence once you have a qualifying job and meet the requirement below. |
| SMC Points-based | Check | Open to every occupation. If this job is skill level 4–5 the pay must be at least $52.50 an hour (1.5×); at level 1–3 it is $35.00. |
| SMC Skilled Work Experience | Check | Only if the job is ANZSCO skill level 1–3. Check the skill level for this occupation. |
| SMC Trades and Technician | No | Not on the Trades and Technician list. |
Green List Tier 1 requirement
Health and Social Services
Membership with the New Zealand Sterile Sciences Association
Check your own case → Wage threshold calculator
Every pathway also needs an accredited employer, full-time work, age 55 or under, English, health and character. Appendix 13 · SR3.10