NZ employers reliant on migrant workers

New Zealand employers badly need overseas migrants A survey the Employers and Manufacturers Association, conducted across almost 500 New Zealand employers, revealed that 49% of them were relying on overseas workers to fill vacancies. Most found it difficult or very difficult to find the right staff to develop their business and almost a third expected conditions to worsen in 2018. And the labour shortage seems to be hitting most industries. On the bright side, we have observed that the new …

Read More

Surf in New Zealand

New Zealand is well-known for its amazing surfing spots. Rarely is the experience so well captured though, look at these images! Because it’s on our doorstep and we absolutely love it, we would particularly like to recommend Raglan! A small village by the sea shore, 45mn drive from hamilton.

Plumbers, Gas fitters and HEAVY Diesel Mechanics wanted in NZ

Talents needed in New Zealand’s North island One of our partner employers is actively looking 2 heavy diesel mechanics, 2 gas fitters, and 2 plumbers. Do you think you have the right skills? Feel free to submit your CV below and we will pass it on to the employer, who will be in touch if you are shortlisted for an interview. Interested? Get in touch via our eligibility check Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. Problem with this form? …

Read More

Trades workers Job opportunities in New Zealand

Are you a skilled worker in the Construction industry? New Zealand WANTS you! One of our partner employers is actively looking for overseas applicants with skills and experience in any of the following trades, all over New Zealand: Welders Mechanics Structural Engineers Carpenters Construction Foreman Scaffolders Joiners Digger and grader operators Drivers Class 1-5 Drain layers Send us your CV, take our assessment!

Unemployment hits a record low – Get a job in New Zealand!

Unemployment falls to eight-year low Over 100,000 jobs were created in the last 12 months in New Zealand, a recent report by Statistics New Zealand shows. At a current 4.6%, unemployment has been gradually falling in the last 5 years, despite record gains from net migration. Certain New Zealand regions now have unemployment below 4%, with some regions getting close to full employment. Naturally, certain industries are struggling to find qualified staff, and have to turn to overseas talents to meet …

Read More

Diesel Mechanics JOBS in New Zealand

We currently have an opportunity for a qualified Diesel Mechanic to join a New Zealand company in Matamata, Waikato. The candidate must be able to: Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul trucks, tractors, trailers, agricultural implement equipment and company vehicles or maintain and repair any type of diesel engine. Undertake mechanical repairs and scheduled maintenance work on a fleet of vehicles and equipment to a high standard as directed by the Managing Director(s) Abilities to perform the following tasks are also …

Read More

Carpenters, cabinet makers, joiners JOBS in New Zealand

One of our partner employers in Matamata, Waikato, is seeking 2 skilled cabinet makers/joiners/carpenters. They must have a high attention to detail and reasonable standard of English. There is a chronic shortage of these skills at the moment, so feel free to get in touch if you would like us to assess your eligibility. Get in touch today! Get your free eligibility assessment We are serious about privacy. The information you provide is secure and is only used to assess …

Read More

Study welding in New Zealand!

As we have employers and recruiting companies actively seeking qualified and/or experienced welders and metal fabricators, we recommend studying welding as a good option for anyone interested in working in the trades. Study in New Zealand at the Welding Academy Graduates from this course are practically-trained and are skilled practitioners on completion of the programme. As such, the employment rate on graduation is close to 100% for welding graduates from this school. The Welding Academy offers: National Certificate in Welding …

Read More

Stainless steel welders JOBS in NZ

A New Zealand recruitment company is seeking 8 stainless steel welders. Stainless steel welder jobs There are 8 roles to fill, in Christchurch, Nelson, and Wellington. The Christchurch and Nelson roles will be workshop based whilst the Wellington roles will require field work (vehicle provided). You will need to have prior experience in stainless steel fabrication and welding. You will need to be able to weld precisely and to fine tolerances – very thin sheets and airtight joints. However, applicants with …

Read More

Regional shortage of workers in the NZ construction industry

With an additional 80,000 workers needed in the Construction industry by 2021, New Zealand will need to source skilled labour overseas. Regional shortage of skilled labour A recent forecast by the Ministry of Building and Construction shows that certain occupations will experience over 7 to 9% growth in the next few years with spendings exceeding $300b over the next decade. This means that New Zealand will increasingly rely on overseas talents for civil engineering jobs, electrician jobs, plumber jobs, and …

Read More

New Zealand Shores