New Zealand military ranks are largely based on those of the United Kingdom.
All three services form part of the New Zealand Defence Force.
A Warrant Officer with a trade of weapon technician would hold the rank of Warrant Officer Weapon Technician (WOWT).
The rank insignia of non-commissioned officers and enlisted personnel.
Appointments to the most senior ranks (those above the rank held by the chief of the defence force, usually lieutenant general or equivalent) are ceremonial, for the head of state and members of the royal family.