The federal government is implementing momentary measures to forestall shortages in particular sectors, whereas it continues to deliberate on long-term modifications to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV). Beginning on 8 September 2024, sure roles in specified sectors will probably be eligible for an exemption from the AEWV minimal ability requirement.
Meat and Seafood Processing:
New visa candidates who safe a place beneath the 2024/25 cap inside the meat or seafood processing sector settlement are eligible.
Tourism and Hospitality:
Present visa holders in roles inside this sector which can be exempt from the February 2023 median wage requirement qualify if their visa expires on or earlier than 31 March 2025. They have to be making use of for one more 1-year AEWV and their utility have to be for a similar occupation.
Care Workforce:
Present visa holders with roles lined by the care workforce sector settlement are eligible if their visa was granted between 4 July 2022 and 23 November 2023, they earned not less than NZD$26.16 per hour, and they’re searching for to use for one more 1-year AEWV for a similar occupation.
These modifications enable AEWV candidates to bypass the minimal ability necessities established in April 2024. Nonetheless, they need to nonetheless fulfil any standards specified by employers within the Job Test utility. These changes are a part of a complete overview of the AEWV to make sure its effectiveness. The session course of for exploring potential long-term enhancements to the AEWV will proceed all year long.
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