New Zealand employers want a clear CV that shows what you can do and how it fits the job. Here is how to write one.
1. Contact details
Your name, mobile number, email address and town or city. You do not need a photo, your date of birth or your full address.
2. Personal statement
A few lines about who you are, your strengths and what you are looking for. Keep it specific to the role.
3. Skills
Key skills that match the job ad, including licences and tickets (for example a forklift licence or first aid certificate).
4. Work history
Most recent first: job title, employer, location, dates and bullet points with duties and achievements, starting with action verbs.
5. Education and training
Qualifications with the institution and year, such as NCEA level, NZ certificates, diplomas or degrees.
6. Referees
Employers in New Zealand usually check references. List two referees with their permission, or say they are available on request.
7. Length
Two to three pages is normal. Save your CV as a PDF and give it a clear file name.
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