Hi. I assume you are hoping to apply through the WK regulations - Essential Skills? It's the employer who needs to satisfy INZ that they have made genuine attempts to advertise the job (by providing copies of adverts placed on e.g. Seek, in local paper etc) and then show that they tried top shortlist/interview, but couldn't find anyone with the precise experience and skills for which they were looking. As this skill isn't on the LTSSL, there has to be a Labour Market test. As this is a Skill Level 3 it isn't essential that INZ check with WINZ, but it is possible they will. The employer will need to answer all these questions on the INZ1113 which must be submitted along with your INZ1015. The only other thought is you get a higher salary offer from your boss? I suggest you read the WK instructions in the Operational manual very carefully before deciding how to proceed here. Good luck! Karen