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forestry/logging jobs in NZ

9seamie · 2012-08-25 22:19:47

Hi does anybody know anything about the logging industry in NZ. forest machinery operators are on the immiediate shortage list on NZ immigration but after emailing 40 logging companies ive got no reply. i need a job offer to get a visa as im 34 but it looks like a catch 22 id need to be over there to get the job. any help…

25-08-2012 10:19pm

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9seamie

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Hi does anybody know anything about the logging industry in NZ. forest machinery operators are on the immiediate shortage list on NZ immigration but after emailing 40 logging companies ive got no reply. i need a job offer to get a visa as im 34 but it looks like a catch 22 id need to be over there to get the job. any help or advise would be great

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#2 27-08-2012 3:07am

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How about just calling them up? Companies get tons of emails from people abroad every day, most probably gets deleted as spam.

Other then that maybe an option would be to come down for a few weeks on a tourist visa and apply in person.

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#3 27-08-2012 7:45pm

9seamie

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Since I posted the ? 2 contractors have been in touch and one sounds very promising, thanks for your help pclancy

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#4 29-08-2012 10:36am

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Look at the forrestry jobs section on trademe.co.

Usually loads advertised there

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#5 30-08-2012 3:34am

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Nice one. Good luck, would be fantastic job to be outside in this gorgeous countryside.

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