Plan your employment adventure in the Top of the South
The seven districts from Haast on the West Coast, through Nelson/Tasman to Marlborough and Kaikoura in the East, span diverse and iconic landscapes, communities and enterprises. The industries that flourish here harness what nature provides to generate economic prosperity, innovation and world class produce.
Te Tauihu and Te Tai Poutini has long been treasured by Mana Whenua for its richness in environmental diversity and resources, truly a whenua haumako – fertile land.
Featured Primary Industry
Fishing at Sea
Commercial fishing vessels launching from the Top of the South catch up to 600,000 tonnes of fish a year including mackerel, tuna, orange roughy, squid. Hoki is a key product, accounting for around 120,000 of the total tonnage.
Plan Your Next Steps
Come and see what our region has to offer and plan your employment and training path across different locations or industries – the opportunities are endless!
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Video credit: Minerals West Coast
Exciting Opportunities
Interested in an exciting future in the West Coast’s mining and extractive sector?
There’s never been a better time to look at a career in the expansive mining and extractive sector on the West Coast. With a proud history of gold, coal and mineral extraction, hundreds of jobs are being developed across the region. Now’s the time to become part of the industry, shaped by generations of mining experience, with a commitment to social responsibility, workforce development, prioritising safety, and environmental regeneration.
The Lifestyle
Rugged coasts, golden beaches, bush-clad mountains, national parks, arts, crafts and world-class produce are all part of the lifestyle in this unique part of Aotearoa, with industries offering an array of long and short-term employment opportunities.
