Drum roll please...announcing 'Employee of the Quarter'

Martin Personnel Auckland has formally introduced ‘Employee of the Quarter’ Awards and below we share who the recent winner is. With some outstanding efforts across the client sites in Auckland last quarter, it was a tough selection process, but we finally reached a decision. We are pleased to announce the winner as Misieliota. Misieliota (Misi)

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Candidate success story: Kristina

Kristina is a fantastic example of someone who models the Martin values. She is a hard worker with lots of ambition and is open to feedback which will help her advance in her chosen career. Recently we took the opportunity to talk to her about her experience of working with Martin Personnel. Introduce yourself and

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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,

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Why a recruitment agency can help you achieve better results

Searching for the right job or the right candidate can be a challenging and time-consuming process. Whether you’re a job seeker looking to take the next step in your career or an employer seeking top talent, navigating the job market alone can be overwhelming. A recruitment agency provides expert guidance, expands opportunities, and ensures that

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Optimising your temporary workforce: best practices for efficiency and productivity

If you are in a fast-paced industry, such as manufacturing or logistics, you will be very familiar with how important it is to work in an agile way. The ability to scale your workforce quickly and efficiently is crucial to meeting production goals and adapting to changing demand. Temporary staff, often provided by recruitment agencies

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