10 High Paying Jobs in New Zealand that Anyone Can Qualify For

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Updated 17 September 2020

​A 4-year diploma isn’t the only way to a high-paying career. With the right steps, and sometimes a little basic education and/or certificate, you too can secure a high-paying job that makes a difference in the life of New Zealanders. 

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Check out our list of the top 10 high paying jobs in New Zealand.

Mortgage Brokers

Mortgage brokers help consumers secure the largest investment of their lives – their homes. Brokers work as the ‘middleman’ between the borrower and lenders. Brokers have relationships with many lenders, making it easier for borrowers to secure a loan.
 
Salary: Brokers work on commission, earning an average of $78,000 per year, but many brokers make much more.
 
Qualifications: You don’t need a specific education. If you have basic knowledge of the housing and mortgage industry, killer sales skills, and basic computer skills you qualify. Brokers must register on the Financial Services Provider Register and pay a levy to the Financial Market Authority. You must also pass a background check. Some employers may require an associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, but most don’t. 

Property Manager

Property managers oversee the operation of residential or commercial properties. Property managers handle the rental process from start to finish, including marketing and showing the home, negotiating a tenancy agreement, collecting rent, and managing repairs. Property managers advise property owners on any legislation changes and stay up-to-date on the real estate market.
 
Salary: New property managers start at an average of $75,000 per year but work their way up to $130,000 per year as a senior property manager.
 
Qualifications: You need a thorough understanding of the real estate market, how the property laws work, and how to conduct property inspections. You should understand all levels of repairs, have good sales skills and have relationships (or be able to build them) with contractors. Most property firms provide training helping you achieve a New Zealand Certificate in Residential Property Management.

Electrician

Electricians install new electrical systems, repair existing systems, and maintain them too. You may also determine layouts, install and maintain security systems, and help determine sustainable electrical systems for commercial buildings or homes. Electricians are in high demand in New Zealand and have the great opportunity to open their own business servicing residential customers and increasing their income. 
 
Salary: On average, electricians make $40.00 an hour or around $83,000 per year. There is the opportunity for bonuses and working your way up to an average senior salary of $102,000.
 
Qualifications: Aside from a basic knowledge of electrical systems from your own hands-on work, many companies require a National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 4), but some companies may even hire you right out of high school.

Fundraising Manager

Fundraising managers raise funds for non-profit organizations. They create new programs, network, and be able to present concepts to potential donors. Fundraiser managers not only try to secure funds, but also manage fundraising events, marketing, and securing sponsorships and volunteers.
 
Salary: The average fundraising manager makes $80,000 per year, with the potential to earn $90,000+ with experience and a proven history.
 
Qualifications: Companies prefer fundraising managers with proven networking skills and the ability to multi-task. You need a strong aptitude for social responsibility and the ability to talk to anyone, presenting information in a way that convinces large organizations and even individuals to donate to your cause.

Sales Representative

If you can talk to anyone and sell anything you put your mind to, a sales representative job may be your thing. Sales representatives sell goods and services to individuals and/or businesses. You need a strong desire to talk to others, promote, and market the goods or services you represent. Sales representatives handle the behind-the-scenes work, including negotiating deals, arranging for payment and delivery. Sales professionals are also the point-of-contact for customers when they have questions or concerns. 
 
Salary: Sales representatives earn from $50,000 - $120,000 per year. The larger the company that you work for or the more experience you have, the more money you’ll earn. 
 
Qualifications: Anyone can become a sales professional as long as you secure knowledge of the industry and have great communication skills. You may increase your salary by securing a certificate in marketing, or sales. You should also have a secondary education focusing on math, and English so you can communicate well and manage the negotiations with ease.

Purchasing/Supply Officer

If you have a knack for securing the best deals and watching bottom lines, consider a career as a purchasing/supply officer. Professionals in this job secure the materials and goods businesses need to operate. Purchasing officers work with a variety of suppliers, negotiating deals, building relationships, and ordering the necessary goods and services. Purchasing officers maintain inventory and are the backbone of a company’s operations.
 
Salary: Purchasing/supply officers earn up to $ 110,000 per year with plenty of experience, and can even work their way up to purchasing/supply managers, earning $140,000 - $200,000 per year.
 
Qualifications: Supply officers need at least a secondary education focusing on math, account, and English of at least NCEA Level 2. Some employers prefer a tertiary education, but it’s not always necessary. As long as you are great at communicating and negotiating and have basic math and accounting skills, you have a good chance at securing a supply officer position.

Office Manager

Office managers run an office, overseeing its entire operations. You may do a variety of tasks, including supervision, administrative, and financial tasks. Office managers interview and hire staff members, oversee the budget, manage the financials, handle customer service, and maintain the overall operation of the office.
 
Salary: Office managers earn an average of $80,000 per year with experience. Most starting office managers start at $50,000 but quickly work their way up due to the nature of the job.
 
Qualifications: There aren’t any formal entry requirements to be an office manager. Most companies look for well-rounded individuals that can manage a staff, multi-task, communicate well, and can work under pressure. Experience in accounting, payroll, or administrative work helps and at least NCEA Level 3 maths, English, business studies, and accounting help too.

Mine Manager

Mine managers are in charge of the site – managing mine workers, overseeing safety protocols, and making changes as necessary. Managers check the quality of the mine, rocks, and minerals. They also train all staff, oversee the operations and the budget. Mine managers work closely with suppliers and contractors and manage the overall mine’s operations.
 
Salary: Salaries vary based on the mine/quarry’s size, but on an average mine, managers make $100,000 per year, and quarry managers make $130,000 per year.
 
Qualifications: Mine managers need mining experience, but no formal education. Understanding safety protocols, how to manage people, and how to work machinery is curial to success in this position. Some companies require a WorkSafe New Zealand Extractives Certificate of Competence.

Insurance Agent

Insurance is one of the most important ways for anyone to protect themselves, making an insurance agent position an important role. Insurance agents work closely with clients to determine their needs, what they need to protect, showing them how insurance works, and setting them up with the right policy. Insurance agents work extensively with customers and need great communication skills.
 
Salary: New insurance agents make an average of $65,000 per year, but quickly work their way up to an average salary of $100,000 - $130,000 per year.
 
Qualifications: Most insurance training takes place in-house, but possessing a basic understanding of the insurance industry (the policies and laws) will help you succeed. If you want certification, check out the New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance where you can earn certificates or diplomas to further your career.

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