ANZSCO 1.3 occupation

Workplace Relations Adviser: ANZSCO code 223113

Workplace Relations Adviser is occupation 223113 in ANZSCO 1.3, the classification Immigration New Zealand uses for most work visas and every Skilled Migrant Category application. It sits at ANZSCO skill level 1, in unit group 2231 Human Resource Professionals.

ANZSCO code: 223113
Skill level: 1
Unit group: 2231 Human Resource Professionals
Green List: No

Workplace Relations Adviser: qualifications and experience required in New Zealand

ANZSCO places this occupation at skill level 1. For New Zealand, ANZSCO describes the qualifications and experience as:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Under the National Occupation List, code 223113 is "Workplace or Employment Relations Specialist" at NOL skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (NZQCF Level 7-10/NOL Skill Level 1).

A skill level describes the occupation, not you. Immigration New Zealand matches a job to the single closest occupation, and the skill level comes from that occupation; more experience does not move an occupation to a higher level.

What does a workplace relations adviser do?

Assists in resolving disputes by advising on workplace relations policies and problems, and representing industrial, commercial, union, employer or other parties in negotiations on rates of pay and conditions of employment.

Tasks for unit group 2231 Human Resource Professionals include:

Arranging for advertising of job vacancies, interviewing and testing of applicants, and selection of staff
Maintaining personnel records and associated human resource information systems
Providing advice and information to management on workplace relations policies and procedures, staff performance and disciplinary matters
Arranging the induction of staff and providing information on conditions of service, salaries and promotional opportunities
Receiving and recording job vacancy information from employers such as details about job description, wages and conditions of employment
Providing information on current job vacancies in the organisation to employers and job seekers
Undertaking negotiations on terms and conditions of employment, and examining and resolving disputes and grievances
Studying and interpreting legislation, awards, collective agreements and employment contracts, wage payment systems and dispute settlement procedures
Developing, planning and formulating enterprise agreements or collective contracts such as productivity-based wage adjustment procedures, workplace relations policies and programs, and procedures for their implementation
Overseeing the formation and conduct of workplace consultative committees and employee participation initiatives

Other job titles under ANZSCO 223113

Alternative titles and specialisations from ANZSCO, and job titles Stats NZ lists under the same code:

Industrial Relations Officer
Trade Union Official
Union Organiser
EAP Coordinator
EEO Practitioner
Employee Relations Adviser
Employment Officer
Employment Relations Coordinator
Employment Relations Officer
Equal Employment Opportunities Coordinator
Industrial Relations Adviser
Industrial Relations Consultant
Trade Union Industrial Advocate
Union Official
Work Broker
EEO Adviser
Workplace or Employment Relations Specialist
Workplace Mental Health and Neurodiversity Specialist
Workplace Disability and Tāngata Whaikaha Māori Specialist
Workplace Culture Wellbeing and Belonging Specialist

What skill level 1 means for New Zealand visas

Visa rule	For this occupation	More
Accredited Employer Work Visa: longest visa	Up to 5 years for skill level 1 to 3 roles.	AEWV guide
AEWV: evidence of English	Not required for skill level 1 and 2 roles.	AEWV guide
Supporting a partner's visa	The skill level 1 to 3 wage threshold applies.	Partner of a Worker
Skilled Migrant Category: Skilled Work Experience pathway	Open to skill level 1 to 3 occupations, with work experience and pay requirements.	Skilled Work Experience pathway
SMC red and amber lists	Not on either list.	INZ's lists
SMC Trades and Technician pathway	Not on INZ's list of eligible occupations.	INZ's list
Green List	No Green List role is listed under this code.	INZ's Green List

Rules as published by Immigration New Zealand. Lists synced 31 October 2026. Each visa has further requirements beyond skill level, including pay and work experience.

National Occupation List occupations for ANZSCO 223113

Stats NZ's National Occupation List is gradually replacing ANZSCO. These NOL occupations map to ANZSCO 223113. Immigration New Zealand accepts a NOL code only for an AEWV or job check, and only for occupations on its published list; for any other visa, use the ANZSCO code.

NOL code	NOL occupation	NOL skill level	INZ accepts for an AEWV
223113	Workplace or Employment Relations Specialist	1	Not yet

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ANZSCO code for Workplace Relations Adviser?

Workplace Relations Adviser is ANZSCO 1.3 occupation 223113, in unit group 2231 Human Resource Professionals. Immigration New Zealand uses ANZSCO 1.3 for most work visa applications and all Skilled Migrant Category applications.

What skill level is Workplace Relations Adviser?

ANZSCO skill level 1, where 1 is the most skilled and 5 the least. Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Is Workplace Relations Adviser on the Green List?

No Green List role is listed under ANZSCO 223113 on Immigration New Zealand's Green List as at 31 October 2026.

Sources: ANZSCO version 1.3, Australian Bureau of Statistics, CC BY 4.0, synced 31 October 2026; National Occupation List V3.0.0, Stats NZ, CC BY 4.0, synced 1 November 2026; Immigration New Zealand occupation lists, synced 31 October 2026. This page reproduces published classifications and Immigration New Zealand's lists. It is general information, not immigration advice. ProVisas is a licensed New Zealand immigration advisory firm (IAA Licence 201301110).