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13 Oct

Finding flexible work that fits around life

As summer approaches in New Zealand, more people start thinking about picking up extra work – whether that’s to boost savings, gain experience, or balance income around family or study. The good news is that the next few months are some of the busiest for temporary work in New Zealand. Right now employers across manufacturing,

24 Sep

Feedback in temporary recruitment – yes, you do need to give it!

Let’s start with a reminder of why hiring temporary staff is a smart way to keep your business running smoothly when demand shifts. Temps bring flexibility and can make a big difference in maintaining productivity. Temporary recruitment isn’t just about filling shifts. It’s about creating reliable, motivated teams who understand what’s expected of them and want

30 Jul

Beyond the CV: 5 things employers are really looking for

We wholeheartedly recommend polishing your CV when job hunting, however with so much emphasis on that, it can be easy to gloss over attributes that go beyond the work history, skills, and everything else that makes you look good on paper. Here’s something many people miss: employers are looking for more than just qualifications and

16 Jul

How to build a workforce you can count on

Having a dependable workforce is absolutely vital in industries where every shift matters. It’s not just about having enough people to get the job done… it’s about having the right people with the right mindset. Reliability, commitment, and work ethic aren’t just traits within workers that appear out of the blue – they take effort from employers to

15 Apr

Achievement requires commitment: what that means for our candidates

This article covers one of the Martin Personnel values that we haven’t specifically written about before, however you may have come across it on our about us page…. Achievement requires commitment When it comes to building a successful career, talent and ambition will only take you so far. At Martin Personnel achievement requires commitment is one of our core

02 Apr

Devanner – job overview

Are you looking for a physical, hands-on role in a fast-paced environment? A job as a devanner could be the perfect fit for you! Devanners play a crucial role in warehouses, distribution centres, and logistics operations by unloading shipping containers and sorting goods for storage or distribution What does a devanner do? Devanners are responsible for efficiently

02 Apr

Production worker – job overview

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? A job as a production worker could be a great fit for you! Production workers play a key role in factories and manufacturing plants, ensuring products are assembled, processed, and prepared for distribution. What does a production worker do? Production workers are responsible for operating

26 Mar

Reach hoist operator – job overview

Are you an experienced warehouse worker looking to take your skills to the next level? A job as a reach hoist operator could be a great opportunity for you! Reach hoist operators play a crucial role in warehouses, distribution centres, and logistics operations by safely moving, stacking, and retrieving goods using a reach forklift. What does a

26 Mar

Pick packer – job overview

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment? A job as a Pick packer could be a great fit for you! This role is essential in warehouses, distribution centres, and logistics operations, ensuring products are accurately picked, packed, and prepared for delivery. What does a pick packer do? Pick packers play a key role

26 Feb

Make it right – how we put this core value into action

Martin Personnel is built on values, and these values are the foundations of all our processes and how we work with both our clients, associates, and candidates, alongside our core commitment ‘All about People’. ‘Make it right’ is one of these values and it means that if something has gone wrong at any point along