As a part of the labour market test for NZ Essential Skills work visa applications that are associated with occupations that are ANZSCO skill level 4-5 (if I have lost you already, call me and I will explain), the position must be listed with Work and Income (WINZ). This is a mandatory requirement when labour market tests are required.
WINZ will refer candidates to the employer in order to ensure that New Zealand citizens and residents have the first shot at taking up the position.
The listing can be done online and normally after approximately 7 working days a Skills Match Report will be issued to both the employer and to Immigration NZ.
The report will outline the details provided with the listing such as location, salary, and required experience together with the number of candidates that were referred to the employer and how many were employed or not considered suitable. Therefore, it is vital that the information provided to WINZ when the position is listed is consistent with the information that will be provided with the offer of employment.
The report is normally is valid for 3 months.
If you want to discuss your situation or have any questions, get in touch with us so that you can get this right the first time – 0064 9 281 3372 or info@visaaide.co.nz
Were can I apply for skilled immigrants visa why am live outside new Zealand. And how to do it.
Hi Chukwunonso,
It is possible to apply for a Skilled Migrant Category resident visa while outside of New Zealand. However, it can be difficult to meet the criteria without first having an offer of employment from a New Zealand employer. Email me and I’ll take a look at your situation – cameron@visaaide.co.nz
Hi cameron,
A trade skill assessment will approve any kind of Australia visa? Because i looking forward to move Australia through tss 482 visa and before the visa process commence need an approved skill assessment, but my skill assessment process has been processing ENS (Employer nomination scheme) visa type. So this assessment will approve my tss 482 visa?
Hi Shankar,
You’re best to get in contact with our office – info@visaaide.co.nz
Thanks
Cameron
Where i can send the Vacancy template for SMR?
Hi Ash,
We would normally list the job online at work and income’s website. The vacancy form would then be emailed out to us. We can then return the completed form to the email address they have provided.
Thanks
Cameron
Hi
Will it negatively affect the chances of getting a visa if my employer asks for expierence and an lcq qualification on the job listed on work and income
Hi Emma,
It would really depend on the circumstances of the case. If you have to include it, I would normally recommend stating that LCQ and/or relevant work experience would be preferred, but not required when listing a position with WINZ. However, this approach does not suit all cases. If in doubt, send me an email – cameron@visaaide.co.nz
Thanks
Cameron
Hi
Please could you send me an example of a skills match report. I am battling to find one.
Hi Robin,
A Skills Match Report would be issued by Work and Income after they have listed the position. You would need to get in contact with WINZ.
Thanks
Cameron
Hi,
I’m working at a company, which want to sponsor me for a essential skilled work visa. Therefore I need a SMR, so they contacted work and income and they’ll advertise the job soon.
Im just wondering, do I have to apply for the job via work and income or not? We just need the report that I can attach it at my visa application.
Thanks
Mia
Hi Mia,
No, there is no need for you to apply for the positiob through WINZ.
Thanks
Cameron