National Occupation List occupation
Lifting Equipment Engineer is occupation 312927 on the National Occupation List (NOL) V3.0, Stats NZ's New Zealand occupation classification, at NOL skill level 2. It has no ANZSCO 1.3 code of its own: Stats NZ maps it to ANZSCO 312999 Building and Engineering Technicians nec.
Stats NZ describes the requirement for NOL skill level 2 as:
NZQCF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (NZQCF Level 5-6/NOL Skill Level 2).
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.
The Lifting Equipment Engineer is responsible for thorough testing, inspecting, certifying, and maintaining of specialised lifting equipment and apparatus used across industries such as construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, utilities, forestry, tourism, recreation, and infrastructure. This role ensures that lifting equipment and structures, including cranes, hoists, slings, ski lifts, and other rigging systems, meets safety, legal, and operational standards. Tasks involve conducting detailed inspections including of higher risk structures, identifying faults, repairing or replacing parts, load testing and calibration of devices, and issuing certification in compliance with industry regulations.
Building on global frameworks such as the Lifting Equipment Engineer's Association (LEEA) diploma, this role requires technical expertise in assessing the functionality and safety of a wide range of lifting devices, from simple lifting slings to advanced load-bearing machinery. With a strong focus on safety and operational excellence, lifting equipment engineers ensure that systems are fit for purpose and ready for use in high-risk environments.
Immigration New Zealand accepts only the NOL occupations on its published list, and only for an AEWV or job check. Lifting Equipment Engineer is not on that list as at 31 October 2026, so every visa currently uses the equivalent ANZSCO occupation and its skill level. INZ's NOL list.
| 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 |
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.
Stats NZ links this occupation to Tahatū, the government careers website, which has more about the work in New Zealand, including pay: Safety engineer .
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Lifting Equipment Engineer is occupation 312927 on Stats NZ's National Occupation List. Its ANZSCO 1.3 equivalent is 312999 Building and Engineering Technicians nec.
NOL skill level 2, where 1 is the most skilled and 5 the least. NZQCF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (NZQCF Level 5-6/NOL Skill Level 2).
Not yet. Immigration New Zealand accepts only the NOL occupations on its published list for an AEWV or job check, and Lifting Equipment Engineer is not on it as at 31 October 2026. Use the equivalent ANZSCO occupation code instead.
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Sources: 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).
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