Where to Find Jobs in New Zealand

## Finding Work in New Zealand ### Top Job Websites **General Job Sites:** | Website | Best For | |---------|----------| | **Seek.co.nz** | Most jobs across all industries | | **Trade Me Jobs** | Wide variety, good for entry-level | | **Indeed.co.nz** | Aggregates jobs from many sources | | **LinkedIn** | Professional/corporate roles | | **MyJobSpace.co.nz** | Government and public sector | **Industry-Specific:** - **Hospitality**: seek.co.nz, sidekicker.com, hospo.co.nz - **Healthcare**: kiwihealthjobs.com, healthcarenz.co.nz - **IT/Tech**: absoluteit.co.nz, techcareers.co.nz - **Agriculture**: seasonalwork.co.nz, picknz.co.nz - **Construction**: seek.co.nz, trades.trademe.co.nz ### Recruitment Agencies Agencies can help match you with jobs - they're paid by employers, not you. **General Agencies:** - Hays Recruitment - Robert Half - Hudson - Madison Recruitment - Randstad **Specialist Agencies:** - AWF (labour hire, warehouse) - Tradestaff (trades) - Frog Recruitment (hospitality, retail) - Talent International (IT) **How Agencies Work:** 1. Register online or visit their office 2. They assess your skills 3. They match you with suitable jobs 4. Can be temp, temp-to-perm, or permanent roles ### Direct Applications Many jobs aren't advertised online. Try: - Company websites directly (check "Careers" pages) - Walking into businesses with your CV - Business parks and industrial areas - Shopping malls for retail work ### Networking - Attend community events - Join professional groups on LinkedIn - Tell friends and family you're looking - Join local Facebook groups for your industry ### Requirements for Working **You Must Have:** - Valid work visa OR NZ citizenship/residency - IRD number (tax number) - NZ bank account for wages **Helpful to Have:** - NZ phone number - NZ address - NZ referees (if possible) - Recognised qualifications ### Quick Job Search Tips 1. **Tailor your CV** for each application 2. **Apply quickly** - good jobs fill fast 3. **Follow up** after applying 4. **Be flexible** - consider temp work to start 5. **Check your visa conditions** - know what work you can do 6. **Use multiple sources** - don't rely on one site ### Government Support **Work and Income (WINZ):** - Can help with job search - May provide training - May help with work-related costs - Visit workandincome.govt.nz **Migrant Support Services:** - Settlement support - CV help - Interview preparation - Visit immigration.govt.nz/settle