The Government is making changes to occupations eligible for Transport Sector Work to Residence and Green List Straight to Residence visas.
Work to Residence changes for bus and truck drivers
Bus and truck drivers who apply for an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) on or after 7 April 2024 will not be eligible to apply for a Transport Work to Residence visa.
Those who already hold an AEWV and those who have applied for an AEWV (and are later approved) will still be eligible for a Transport Work to Residence visa.
Green List changes
On 8 April 2024, 6 roles will be added to the Green List, equating to 9 ANZSCO occupations:
Straight to Residence
Aviation Engineer (Avionics, Aeronautical, Aerospace Engineer)
Naval Architect (aka Marine Designer)
ICT Database and Systems Administrator
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Work to Residence
Corrections Officer The previously announced roles will not be added to the Green List:
Paving Plant Operator
Metal Fabricator
Pressure Welder
Welder
Fitter (General)
Fitter and Turner
Fitter-Welder
Metal Machinist (First Class)
Panel Beater
Vehicle Painter
Road Roller Operator Construction and Infrastructure Sector Agreement Previous plans to add these 7 roles to the Construction and Infrastructure Sector Agreement will not progress: Source: Immigration New Zealand
Driller’s Assistant
Earthmoving Labourer
Earthmoving Plant Operator general
Linemarker
Machine Operators not elsewhere classified
Mechanic’s Assistant
Road Traffic Controller