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Many employers may not realise that even simple practices can be considered migrant exploitation under the law. Read more about safeguarding your business below.

New Zealand is facing a critical shortage of qualified teachers. By 2025, it’s estimated that the country will need an additional 2,500 teachers to meet demand across primary and secondary schools. With student enrolment increasing by over 3% annually, the need for passionate educators has never been greater. We’re hosting an exclusive seminar in the UK this October, to find and support talented teachers looking to make the move and contribute to New Zealand’s education system. Our overseas events provide skilled professionals with all the info they need to move to New Zealand including the immigration process, job opportunities and relocation support – all seamlessly managed by our team under one roof. Know UK Teachers interested in making the move? They can register here: https://lnkd.in/e7n9W9yr

The government has just announced the latest fast-track projects, signalling a change in pace and welcome news for New Zealand’s infrastructure sector.   From major builds to essential community services, these projects are set to create immense opportunities for Kiwi businesses.   We’re getting behind New Zealand employers as they embark on finding and retaining the skilled people needed to manage and complete these large-scale and much-anticipated projects.    Find out more about the latest announcement here https://lnkd.in/gcMy9AAP  

Is your business ready for New Zealand’s recruitment challenges?   The post-recession talent shortage is about to get real, and competition for skilled workers will only grow.   With thousands of workers soon eligible for residency, now is the time to explore whether to retain staff through residency or rehire.   Join our live webinar Wed 16 Oct at 11am to learn: -How residency is a tool for retaining staff and lowering recruitment costs. -Step-by-step guidance on simplifying the residency process. -The latest updates on immigration changes impacting workforce planning. -Strategies to source in-demand skills to prepare for future talent shortages.   The small decisions you make now could save your business hundreds of thousands of dollars. Don’t miss this opportunity to get expert advice and future-proof your workforce. https://lnkd.in/ezcMQUtJ

Great to be part of the excellent work done by New Zealand Story Group and carry their FernMark licence of trust.

  Last week we were invited to speak at the SARNZ- Scaffolding, Access & Rigging NZ Inc. (SARNZ) Conference, where our Senior Licensed Immigration Adviser, Hamneet Jaggi emphasised the crucial link between immigration settings and industry progress.   Speaking alongside Chris Penk, Minister for Building and Construction and Associate Minister of Immigration, and Mark Irvine, Managing Director of Acrow Group, Hameet advocated for urgent updates to New Zealand's immigration policy, particularly the inclusion of scaffolders in the Green List occupations and revising ANZSCO codes.   While construction activity is experiencing a downturn now, all indicators suggest a significant uplift in 2025 and beyond with new large-scale projects already being announced, including vital school and maintenance initiatives. The role of scaffolders is fundamental to any build and the panel unanimously acknowledged the importance of skilled migrants in the industry. However, without movement in immigration policy for this occupation, projects risk stalling, impacting both businesses and New Zealand’s infrastructure development.   We remain committed to being the voice for industries across New Zealand, advocating for the changes needed to ensure that Aotearoa has the skilled workforce required to drive essential projects forward.   Thank you SARNZ- Scaffolding, Access & Rigging NZ Inc. for hosting such a successful event.

Sudima Hotels Supplier of the Year.   A moment of mutual recognition with our valued partners at Sudima Hotels.   Last night, we had the privilege of attending the HIND Management annual awards dinner at Sudima Auckland Airport.   Among the 20 awards presented, we were deeply honoured to receive the Supplier of the Year award.    This award means a lot to everyone at Working In and highlights the strong partnership we share with Sudima, our mutual values and the collaborative efforts that drive our success together.   Thank you to Sudesh Jhunjhnuwala and the sudima team. We are grateful for this recognition and proud to contribute to Sudima’s ongoing success.

New Zealand faces a shortfall of 8,000 aged care workers in the coming years, a critical challenge that demands immediate and strategic action. With 80 individuals turning 65 every day, our aging population will surpass one million within four years, further intensifying the strain on our healthcare system.   Our recent webinar featuring Hon. Tracey Martin, CEO of Aged Care Association NZ, was watched by hundreds of Kiwi employers in the healthcare sector and delved into the pressing challenges and strategies needed to address these workforce shortages.   Tracey highlighted the urgency for a coordinated government strategy, the importance of collaboration among all stakeholders, ensuring accurate information in key overseas markets, meeting worker expectations, and protecting our inbound workforce from exploitation. You can follow Hon. Tracey Martin. on LinkedIn for her updates.   With New Zealand’s undeniable reliance on overseas workers, building a premier reputation to attract these skilled professionals is more important than ever.   Missed the webinar? Catch up on the discussion by viewing our recording below.   If you want to learn more about our ethical pathway to find skilled offshore healthcare workers, get in touch with our Senior Licensed Immigration Adviser Sameena Jaspal and she can talk you through your options.

The global crane market is projected to reach approximately NZD 72.15 billion in 2024. This growth is driven by factors such as rapid urbanisation, infrastructural development, and the increasing adoption of advanced technologies. Our Chief Commercial Officer for Visas, Nassim Lalehzari, was invited to speak at the Crane Association New Zealand Conference in Rotorua and share her expertise with industry leaders on navigating this growth including: - The latest statistics and current state of the industry - How Employer Accreditation is being assessed - Future plans for Job Checks in the industry - New AEWV requirements - Residency pathways, including Tier 2 - English language requirements Some great questions from the sector and a successful event all round. Our team are happy to provide immigration and recruitment updates and guidance to businesses across all sectors. If you need support get in touch with Nassim. Thanks for having us Crane Association of New Zealand Inc. A successful event all round and great to partner with you.

As expected, we've just received an update from Immigration New Zealand (INZ) regarding changes to visa charges.   Taking effect from October 1st 2024 most visa charges will increase. The good news is that these changes will reduce the taxpayer contribution to the immigration system by $563 million over four years.   The not-so-great news is that this will affect your businesses and most of your migrant staff at a time when businesses are having to better manage costs.   If you are considering extending visas for your workforce we highly recommend you start today to lodge your application by Monday September 30th, as the cost of an AEWV will more than double on October 1st. We can help you ensure that your staff are retained for as long as possible before these changes take effect, get in touch today. https://workingin.nz/#form