If you've ever thought about relocating to New Zealand, now might be the perfect time

• New Zealand is adding 17 new jobs to its Immigration Green List.
• The roles can provide a fast track to residency for those with the right experience and skills.
• The jobs added to the list include panel beaters, welders, and IT administrators.

If you've ever thought about moving to New Zealand, this might be your time.

The country is expanding its Immigration Green List, adding 17 new roles including panel beaters, welders, and IT administrators as it tries to address an ongoing skills shortage.

The list allows employers to use Green List visas to fill specialist roles if they're unable to recruit a local, while providing a fast-track route to residency for employees.