- Industrial Electrical Division Manager – Regional Leadership Opportunity Trading the city grind for a backyard of wild rivers and Southern Alps? This isn’t just a career move; it’s the ultimate lifestyle "reset." We are looking for an Electrical Manager to lead our team in Reefton, the "Town of Light," where the air is crisp, the community is tight-knit, and the pace of life actually leaves room for living. If you’re tired of losing hours to traffic and waIndustrial Electrical Division Manager – Regional Leadership Opportunity Trading the city grind for a backyard of wild rivers and Southern Alps? This isn’t just a career move; it’s the ultimate lifestyle "reset." We are looking for an Electrical Manager to lead our team in Reefton, the "Town of Light," where the air is crisp, the community is tight-knit, and the pace of life actually leaves room for living. If you’re tired of losing hours to traffic and wa
- Are you a technical leader ready to steer a high-performing workshop? Our client is a cornerstone of New Zealand’s agricultural and construction sectors, boasting a 75-year legacy of keeping the country moving. They are currently looking for a driven Service Manager to head their Mosgiel dealership operations.The OpportunityIn this pivotal leadership role, you won’t just manage a workshop; you will oversee the strategic and financial health of the serviceAre you a technical leader ready to steer a high-performing workshop? Our client is a cornerstone of New Zealand’s agricultural and construction sectors, boasting a 75-year legacy of keeping the country moving. They are currently looking for a driven Service Manager to head their Mosgiel dealership operations.The OpportunityIn this pivotal leadership role, you won’t just manage a workshop; you will oversee the strategic and financial health of the service
- We're on the lookout for a super organised and vibrant Office Administrator to bring some fantastic energy to our Auckland CBD office! Whether you’re just starting out in your career, or you’re an experienced administrator looking for a fresh opportunity, this could be the perfect next step for you. Job Details:End of April start - 6 months, with strong potential for longer-term opportunities and career progression Full-time, office-basedMonday to Friday,We're on the lookout for a super organised and vibrant Office Administrator to bring some fantastic energy to our Auckland CBD office! Whether you’re just starting out in your career, or you’re an experienced administrator looking for a fresh opportunity, this could be the perfect next step for you. Job Details:End of April start - 6 months, with strong potential for longer-term opportunities and career progression Full-time, office-basedMonday to Friday,
- Laboratory Technician - Cosmetic Formulation & Product DevelopmentAbout the RoleRandstad is proud to partner with Shieling Laboratories to recruit a Laboratory Technician to support their formulation and New Product Development team in Mt Wellington. Shieling is a leading New Zealand cosmetic manufacturer specialising in the development of premium products for some of the country’s most iconic brands.This vacancy has arisen due to an internal promotion, whLaboratory Technician - Cosmetic Formulation & Product DevelopmentAbout the RoleRandstad is proud to partner with Shieling Laboratories to recruit a Laboratory Technician to support their formulation and New Product Development team in Mt Wellington. Shieling is a leading New Zealand cosmetic manufacturer specialising in the development of premium products for some of the country’s most iconic brands.This vacancy has arisen due to an internal promotion, wh
- We are seeking a proactive Contract Manager to join our client immediately. This is a critical role designed to provide stability and expert oversight as they transition into a new operating model. Whether your expertise lies in Soft Services, Hard Services, or broad Facilities Management, we need your capability to ensure a complex, multi-site environment remains high-performing.About the RoleThis role is about momentum. You will take ownership of end-to-We are seeking a proactive Contract Manager to join our client immediately. This is a critical role designed to provide stability and expert oversight as they transition into a new operating model. Whether your expertise lies in Soft Services, Hard Services, or broad Facilities Management, we need your capability to ensure a complex, multi-site environment remains high-performing.About the RoleThis role is about momentum. You will take ownership of end-to-
- Industrial Electrical Division Manager – Regional Leadership Opportunity Location: Reefton, West Coast, NZAre you a dynamic and experienced electrical leader ready for a significant career move?We are seeking an Industrial Electrical Division Manager to join our client, a great company with deep-seated roots in the Reefton and West Coast region. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to step away from the hustle and bustle of the city and take on a stratIndustrial Electrical Division Manager – Regional Leadership Opportunity Location: Reefton, West Coast, NZAre you a dynamic and experienced electrical leader ready for a significant career move?We are seeking an Industrial Electrical Division Manager to join our client, a great company with deep-seated roots in the Reefton and West Coast region. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to step away from the hustle and bustle of the city and take on a strat
- Senior Project ManagerOur client is looking to hire a Senior Project Manager who will be joining a digital transformation Programme and lead the delivery of a Data, Reporting & Analytics project. This will be a Wellington based fixed-term role through to the end of 2027.Successful applicants will have…Experience delivering data, reporting, analytics, or information platform initiatives (e.g. data platforms, BI, reporting, integration, or analytics enablemeSenior Project ManagerOur client is looking to hire a Senior Project Manager who will be joining a digital transformation Programme and lead the delivery of a Data, Reporting & Analytics project. This will be a Wellington based fixed-term role through to the end of 2027.Successful applicants will have…Experience delivering data, reporting, analytics, or information platform initiatives (e.g. data platforms, BI, reporting, integration, or analytics enableme
- Business Development ManagerWe are looking for a motivated, passionate sales professional with a deep understanding of the ICT sales within an MSP environment. You will join a leading national technology solutions provider and take ownership of a diverse portfolio, from secure data management to large-scale IT deployments. This is a permanent opportunity for a "hunter" who excels in the Enterprise and Government sectors.Location: North Shore BasedWork ArraBusiness Development ManagerWe are looking for a motivated, passionate sales professional with a deep understanding of the ICT sales within an MSP environment. You will join a leading national technology solutions provider and take ownership of a diverse portfolio, from secure data management to large-scale IT deployments. This is a permanent opportunity for a "hunter" who excels in the Enterprise and Government sectors.Location: North Shore BasedWork Arra
- About the roleTo proactive and accurate support to Senior Leaders within a centralised administration team where you will:Manage complex calendars and schedule meetings to resolve conflictsProvide comprehensive meeting support, including agenda and minute preparationOrganise workshops and conferences, including catering and on-site setupCoordinate travel requests through the dedicated travel management teamCreate high-quality presentations and maintain digAbout the roleTo proactive and accurate support to Senior Leaders within a centralised administration team where you will:Manage complex calendars and schedule meetings to resolve conflictsProvide comprehensive meeting support, including agenda and minute preparationOrganise workshops and conferences, including catering and on-site setupCoordinate travel requests through the dedicated travel management teamCreate high-quality presentations and maintain dig
- Are you a professional with a background in banking? We are looking for an efficient administrator to join a financial services team in Wellington to support a high-priority data project.About the roleThis is a temporary assignment starting immediately and running through to June 2026, with the potential to extend further into the year where you will play a key role in a major product transition projectProcess high-volume data from spreadsheets into corAre you a professional with a background in banking? We are looking for an efficient administrator to join a financial services team in Wellington to support a high-priority data project.About the roleThis is a temporary assignment starting immediately and running through to June 2026, with the potential to extend further into the year where you will play a key role in a major product transition projectProcess high-volume data from spreadsheets into cor
- The OpportunityWe are seeking a commercially-minded and operationally-focused Contracts Manager to join a prominent Wellington-based organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality facilities services across a diverse multi-site portfolio. You will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of vendor performance, ensuring that services such as cleaning, grounds maintenance, waste, and security meet exacThe OpportunityWe are seeking a commercially-minded and operationally-focused Contracts Manager to join a prominent Wellington-based organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality facilities services across a diverse multi-site portfolio. You will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of vendor performance, ensuring that services such as cleaning, grounds maintenance, waste, and security meet exac
- The Opportunity Are you a commercially-minded sales professional who understands that the best growth comes from the right partnerships, not just any partnerships?We are representing a globally loved, premium brand that is looking for a Sales-Focused Team Member to join their close-knit Wellington headquarters. This isn't a passive customer service role; it’s a proactive, relationship-driven position for someone who thrives on the phone, loves the "win" ofThe Opportunity Are you a commercially-minded sales professional who understands that the best growth comes from the right partnerships, not just any partnerships?We are representing a globally loved, premium brand that is looking for a Sales-Focused Team Member to join their close-knit Wellington headquarters. This isn't a passive customer service role; it’s a proactive, relationship-driven position for someone who thrives on the phone, loves the "win" of
- ABOUT THE ROLEWe are seeking a proactive Project Coordinator to join a fast-paced team in Wellington. You will be the backbone of project operations, working closely with the Project Manager and Programme Lead to ensure seamless delivery through high-quality administrative and logistical support.This is a critical support role where you will manage traditional project functions, including RAID logs, reporting, and secretariat duties. From coordinating compABOUT THE ROLEWe are seeking a proactive Project Coordinator to join a fast-paced team in Wellington. You will be the backbone of project operations, working closely with the Project Manager and Programme Lead to ensure seamless delivery through high-quality administrative and logistical support.This is a critical support role where you will manage traditional project functions, including RAID logs, reporting, and secretariat duties. From coordinating comp
- The OpportunityWe are seeking a Senior Portfolio Lead to act as the primary strategic advisor for a high-value portfolio of community assets. In this role, you will bridge the gap between technical infrastructure specialists and site-based stakeholders. This is an immediate start fixed-term contract available in various locations.You aren't just managing buildings; you are a trusted advisor responsible for ensuring that short and long-term investment decisThe OpportunityWe are seeking a Senior Portfolio Lead to act as the primary strategic advisor for a high-value portfolio of community assets. In this role, you will bridge the gap between technical infrastructure specialists and site-based stakeholders. This is an immediate start fixed-term contract available in various locations.You aren't just managing buildings; you are a trusted advisor responsible for ensuring that short and long-term investment decis
- Are you looking to kick start your career with a reputable records management company? We are seeking 2-3 focused individuals to join a friendly team in Grenada North for a temporary contract (up to three months at first) starting in early April.About the roleThis entry-level position focuses on document conversion and digitisation within a combined office and warehouse environment. You will manage the end-to-end preparation of physical records to ensure tAre you looking to kick start your career with a reputable records management company? We are seeking 2-3 focused individuals to join a friendly team in Grenada North for a temporary contract (up to three months at first) starting in early April.About the roleThis entry-level position focuses on document conversion and digitisation within a combined office and warehouse environment. You will manage the end-to-end preparation of physical records to ensure t
- Junior Formulation Chemist - Cosmetic product DevelopmentAbout the RoleRandstad is proud to partner with Shieling Laboratories to recruit a Junior Formulation Chemist for their Product Development team in Mt Wellington. Shieling is a world-class New Zealand cosmetic manufacturer specialising in the development and commercialisation of premium personal care products.This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and curious chemist to join our collaborativJunior Formulation Chemist - Cosmetic product DevelopmentAbout the RoleRandstad is proud to partner with Shieling Laboratories to recruit a Junior Formulation Chemist for their Product Development team in Mt Wellington. Shieling is a world-class New Zealand cosmetic manufacturer specialising in the development and commercialisation of premium personal care products.This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and curious chemist to join our collaborativ
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