Green List for Food Technologist
To work out whether you meet the definition of Food Technologist as per Appendix 13 of the Operational Manual, check against the details below.
Details on eligibility for Straight to Residency or Green List Work to Residence pathways and streamlined Accredited Employer Work Visa
Minimum pay requirement
$29.66 per hour
Qualification
Optional
Work experience
N/A
Registration
N/A
Membership
N/A
Contractor
N/A
Non-Degree Post-Study Work Visa
N/A
Category
Green List Tier 1
Occupational Group
Primary Industries and Science
ANZSCO Code
234212
ANZSCO Description
Develops new and improves existing food products, and sets standards for producing, packaging and marketing food.
Green List Requirements
One of the following:
- Bachelor of Food Technology with Honours (Food Product Technology) or (Food Process Engineering) (NZQF Level 8)
- A qualification at NZQF Level 7 or higher in the focus areas of nutrition, food science, food technology or food engineering. NZQF Level 7 qualifications must have a minimum equivalent of 360 credits which includes the requirements of a New Zealand major in the focus areas, and NZQF Level 8 qualifications must have either the minimum equivalent of 360 credits which includes the requirements of a New Zealand major in the focus areas, or a minimum equivalent of 120 credits in the focus areas and a relevant underpinning bachelor’s degree at NZQF Level 7.
Minimum Pay Requirement
A minimum hourly pay rate of $29.66 is required.
Residency Pathway
To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now.
