New Zealand Immigration Update:Building and construction visas proposedUpdate The Minister of Immigration has proposed changes to immigration policy to make it easier for the building and construction industry to employ migrants. Impetus for change? A shortage of skilled workers in the construction industry is making it difficult to build the houses and infrastructure that New Zealand really needs. The Minister has estimated that the building and construction industry is about 30,000 workers short. With the Government’s Kiwibuild plans soon to commence, this number is expected to rise. What is proposed?
The proposed system is based on the approach taken to employ migrant workers to assist with the rebuild, following the Christchurch earthquakes. When will this happen? The Minister expects changes to be in place either later this year, or in early 2019. Note: these are proposed policy changes only, and are subject to review, following a period of consultation. More information? Get in touch with one of our experts today.
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