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Air New Zealand Plans Major Engineering Cuts | Christchurch News
Air New Zealand is poised to slash engineering and maintenance roles in Christchurch and Nelson, threatening over a quarter of Nelson’s workforce and nine light-maintenance positions in Christchurch — a move that could cripple New Zealand’s aviation talent pipeline. With experienced engineers nearing retirement and younger staff at higher risk due to the selection criteria, the cuts may push skilled workers toward Australia, where demand is soaring. While Auckland may also face reductions, details remain under wraps as talks continue. Amid steep financial losses, the airline insists its…
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