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Telecommunications Technician (342414) in New Zealand: residence pathways and pay needed
Telecommunications Technician (342414) is on the Green List Tier 2. An SMC application needs a job paying at least $35.00 an hour ($38.50 for the Skilled Work Experience pathway). ANZSCO skill level 1–3.
Green List Tier 2
| Route | Open? | What it takes |
|---|---|---|
| Green List: Work to Residence | Yes | Tier 2. Residence after 24 months of work in New Zealand in this job within the last 30 months, meeting the requirement below. |
| SMC Points-based | Yes | Job must pay at least $35.00 an hour. You need 6 points: e.g. an overseas bachelor’s (4) + 18 months of skilled work in NZ (2). |
| SMC Skilled Work Experience | Yes | Pay of at least $38.50 (1.1×), 5 years of relevant experience including 2 in New Zealand. |
| SMC Trades and Technician | No | Not on the Trades and Technician list. |
Green List Tier 2 requirement
ICT, Electronics and Telecommunications
One of the following:
Remuneration for the employment over the 24-month qualifying period must be paid at least 1.15x the median hourly wage as set out in the table at SR5.15 orNew Zealand Certificate in Telecommunications (Level 3) at the time of application for residence
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