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NZ IT employers seek business smarts
Skilled IT workers are in demand in New Zealand across the spectrum of IT roles and technologies, but those who are able to bridge the gap between business and IT are the most sought after.
Top 10 global skills shortages
Financial, IT and ‘green’ energy and construction skills are topping the list of skills in greatest demand in the global job market, according to recruitment specialist Hays.
February push for Christchurch rebuild
Major insurers are predicting that the repairing and rebuilding process of damaged houses will receive a multi-million dollar push this month, with work due to start in low-risk areas which received the least damage - largely rural Canterbury and western Christchurch.
New Zealand’sTop 5 pay packets
Roles in Mining, Resources and Energy enjoyed the biggest salary increase in New Zealand in 2011, growing by 17.7% in the 11 months to November, closing the year on an average salary of $118,629, according to the latest figures released by job search site seek.co.nz.
Hiring intentions hit a high in South Island
Driven by the Canterbury rebuild, hiring intentions in the South Island’s construction, property and engineering sector have hit a record high, with project managers in the construction and IT sectors already in high demand.
New Zealand's 'hot jobs' for 2012
Engineering, IT and accounting roles are among the ‘hot jobs’ in 2012 as the Christchurch rebuild starts to draws in talent, says recruitment specialist Randstad New Zealand
Developers in demand
Tech skills shortages will continue to be acute in ICT growth areas during 2012 and job seekers who keep up with new developments that emerge in 2012 will be in high demand.
Business confidence to gain ground in 2012
The news is positive for job seekers in 2012 as a new report predicts an improvement in business confidence and an increasing number of opportunities for job seekers – a spin-off of New Zealand’s Rugby World Cup success and stronger business relationships with Asia.
NZ economy geared for growth in 2012
This year is shaping up to be a good one for New Zealand, with moderate economic growth predicted by the government and encouraging signs of recovery in the financial sector.
Christchurch heads for construction boom
Last year saw a marked increase in construction jobs in Canterbury and as the rebuild picks up pace, there is a growing demand for construction workers from structural engineers and project mangers to painters and plasterers.
NZ Immigration updates Essential Skill in Demand Lists
Immigration New Zealand has updated its Canterbury Skills Shortage List (CSSL), and its Long Term Skills Shortage List, adding new occupations urgently needed for New Zealand's labour force and the Christchurch rebuild.
Skill shortages hit Kiwi companies
Statistics have revealed that more than half of New Zealand’s businesses are facing skill shortages as the local economy picks up, with technical, IT and finance skills topping the list.
NZ employers look abroad to fill skill shortages
New research from ManpowerGroup New Zealand has found more than a third of the country’s employers (39%) look abroad to address skills shortages, with foreign talent most important for roles such as engineers, technicians and skilled trades.
IT skills shortage driven by major upgrades
A shortage of IT staff across all disciplines – especially experienced business analysts and SharePoint staff – is being driven by major upgrades in the public sector, and redevelopment prompted by the Christchurch quakes.
Senior hospital specialists in urgent demand
Critical shortages of senior hospital specialists in New Zealand, in particular emergency medicine specialists and oncology specialists, are threatening the achievement of government health targets, according to new figures.
Skill shortages on the rise in New Zealand
Almost 50% of New Zealand employers in a recent employment survey were anticipating professional skills shortages over the coming year, with salary increases helping to drive numerous job opportunities.
New Zealand's IT sector seeks BI talent
A shortage of IT candidates with Business Intelligence (BI) skills is heating up in New Zealand, as companies across the board look for developers with business savvy to help them improve their business decisions and financial performance.
New Zealand opens door to mining tenders
New Zealand's Acting Minister of Energy and Resources Hekia Parata recently launched a new Energy Strategy, announcing plans for New Zealand to open up some areas of oil and gas exploration to tender.
New Zealand economy picks up
Despite the effects of the Canterbury quake, New Zealand’s national economy has picked up twice as fast as expected, according to recent figures from Statistics New Zealand.
Business migrants vital to immigration in New Zealand
Immigration Minister Jonathan Coleman spoke about the role of business migration in helping to drive the New Zealand economy at a recent Immigration Law Conference.
