What types of jobs are available in Taranaki?
Agriculture, in particular dairy farming, is the backbone of Taranaki’s economy. The temperate climate of Taranaki combined with its very fertile land makes the region ideal for agricultural based activities. Taranaki is the centre of New Zealand’s oil and gas exploration and petrochemical industry. Major exploration activities are underway throughout the region. Downstream activities include processing natural gas to synthetic fuel, as well as the production of resins and urea. Exports are shipped out of Port Taranaki. Taranaki has a skilled, export oriented manufacturing base. The local industry includes food manufacturing (e.g. dairy products, speciality dough, meat and poultry) as well as timber, chemicals and metal based. Taranaki’s skilled engineering businesses offer specialist services, which assist with the construction and maintenance of the region’s dairy and petrochemical facilities. Leading edge technology underpins Taranaki’s competitive advantages in niche markets associ
