/secure a great trade rolein Australia.

We help Kiwi tradespeople across electrical and plumbing get their skills recognised and secure a role with one of Australia's leading construction companies before they move.

Trusted by Australia's leading construction companies

Lendlease

Lendlease

Multiplex

Multiplex

John Holland

John Holland

CPB Contractors

CPB Contractors

Hutchinson Builders

Hutchinson Builders

Lendlease

Lendlease

Multiplex

Multiplex

John Holland

John Holland

CPB Contractors

CPB Contractors

Hutchinson Builders

Hutchinson Builders

Built

Built

Hansen Yuncken

Hansen Yuncken

Laing O'Rourke

Laing O'Rourke

Downer

Downer

CIMC

CIMC

Built

Built

Hansen Yuncken

Hansen Yuncken

Laing O'Rourke

Laing O'Rourke

Downer

Downer

CIMC

CIMC

/Kiwi tradespeople are moving to Australiafor a reason.

Higher pay, better lifestyle and stronger demand are pulling great tradespeople across the Tasman. For many, the difference is not marginal. It is the difference between staying where they are and stepping into a role that gives them more money, more opportunity and a better future.

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Higher pay than New Zealand across most trades

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Strong demand driven by major infrastructure programs

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No visa required — Kiwis can work in Australia from day one

/don't move withoutcareer security.

One of the biggest mistakes tradespeople make is getting to Australia first and trying to navigate the industry second. Intrade helps Kiwi tradespeople get their skills recognised and secure a great role before they move, so they have security before crossing the Tasman.

/we guide you through traderecognition in Australia.

Getting your trade recognised in Australia isn't always straightforward. Requirements vary, the process can be unclear and it's easy to get stuck trying to work it out on your own. Intrade guides you through the process, how your experience aligns and what needs to happen next, so you can move forward with clarity.

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Skills assessment

We review your New Zealand trade background against Australian requirements and identify what's needed.

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Mutual recognition pathway

Many NZ trades qualify under the Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Arrangement, simplifying the process significantly.

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State licensing & registration

We guide you through the state-specific licensing process so you arrive ready to work.

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Role placement

Once cleared, we connect you directly with leading construction companies who are actively looking for Kiwi tradespeople.

/Australia's leading construction companies aresecuring Kiwi tradespeople early.

There is strong demand for experienced tradespeople from New Zealand, and leading construction companies are moving early to secure them. They work through trusted partners, not job boards. Intrade gives you direct access to those roles through our network.

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Experienced Kiwi tradespeople are highly regarded across Australian construction

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Leading companies work through trusted networks, not job boards

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Intrade gives you direct access to the roles that matter

/a clearer path from New Zealand tothe right role in Australia.

Start with a simple enquiry and tell us more about your experience and what you are looking for. From there, our team will reach out, get a clear understanding of your background and guide you through the path ahead while connecting you with roles that match your trade experience, your goals. No endless applications, no chasing job ads, just direct access to the right opportunities.

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Tell us about yourself

Start with a simple enquiry. Your trade, your experience in New Zealand, and what you're looking for in Australia.

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We map your path

We guide you through trade recognition, licensing and the roles that match your experience and goals — before you move.

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Step into the right role

We connect you with leading Australian companies and get you across the Tasman with a role already locked in.

/there's never been a better timeto make the move.

Construction demand across Australia is increasing rapidly and the best companies are securing great Kiwi tradespeople early. Making the move now secures higher paying opportunities, strong culture and the lifestyle benefits you have been considering.

Construction pipeline

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Projected infrastructure pipeline by 2027 driven by Olympics and growth

Kiwis in Australia

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New Zealand-born people already living and working in Australia

Additional workers needed

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Additional workers needed each year to meet infrastructure demand

Earnings Calculator

/find out what you should beearning.

We'll show you your earning potential.

/check the tradeswe work across.

Pick a trade to see the sub-trades and trade-professional roles we hire for. Every role shown is one we actively place — if you don't see your role here, it sits outside what we cover today.

Trade

Tradespeople · 15

General Electrician
Residential Electrician
Commercial Electrician
Industrial Electrician
Service Electrician
Maintenance Electrician
Mechanical/HVAC Electrician
Meter Electrician
Solar & Battery Electrician
Data & Communications Electrician
High Voltage Electrician
Instrumentation Technician
Renewable Energy Electrician
Security Systems Electrician
Rail Electrician

Trade-professional roles · 5

Electrical Project Manager
Electrical Estimator
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Supervisor
Electrical Foreman

/what Kiwisusually ask.

What does it cost to use Intrade?
Can I actually secure a job before moving to Australia?
How is this different to applying for jobs myself?
Will my New Zealand trade qualifications be recognised?
How long does it take to get set up?
What kind of roles are available?
Is the pay really better in Australia?
What happens when I arrive in Australia?
What if I'm not ready to move yet?
Why are Australian companies hiring from New Zealand?