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What Candidates Should Ask at the End of an Interview
The questions you ask at the end of an interview can be just as valuable as the answers you have given throughout the conversation. They are an opportunity to show…
Mental Health Awareness Week 2026
Each year Mental Health week has a different theme and in 2026, the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week is Belonging Matters. With support from Te Whatu Ora Mental Health…
What Are Job Seekers Really Looking for in Their Next Role?
What Are Job Seekers Really Looking for in Their Next Role? The job market has changed considerably in recent years and so have the factors that influence a candidate when…
5 Signs It Might Be Time for a Career Move
5 Signs It Might Be Time for a Career Move As we head into Q4, it is a natural time to start thinking about what the next 12 months might…
In a Crowded Market, Getting It Right Matters More
Across the Civil Engineering and RMA planning markets, we’re seeing a noticeable lift in candidate activity, with many roles attracting strong application volumes. While this is a positive shift compared…
What Candidates Should Ask at the End of an Interview
The questions you ask at the end of an interview can be just as valuable as the answers you have given throughout the conversation. They are an opportunity to show genuine interest in the role, understand what the position is really like, and work out whether the organisation, team and opportunity are the right fit…
Mental Health Awareness Week 2026
Each year Mental Health week has a different theme and in 2026, the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week is Belonging Matters. With support from Te Whatu Ora Mental Health Awareness week aims to shine a light on positive mental health and encourage people to adopt simple, everyday actions that boost wellbeing. We spend a…
What Are Job Seekers Really Looking for in Their Next Role?
What Are Job Seekers Really Looking for in Their Next Role? The job market has changed considerably in recent years and so have the factors that influence a candidate when considering their next career move. While salary remains an important part of any employment decision, it is no longer the only consideration. Increasingly, candidates are…
5 Signs It Might Be Time for a Career Move
5 Signs It Might Be Time for a Career Move As we head into Q4, it is a natural time to start thinking about what the next 12 months might look like, both professionally and personally. For many people, career planning tends to happen at the start of a new year. But waiting until January…
In a Crowded Market, Getting It Right Matters More
Across the Civil Engineering and RMA planning markets, we’re seeing a noticeable lift in candidate activity, with many roles attracting strong application volumes. While this is a positive shift compared to recent years, higher volume doesn’t always translate into better hiring outcomes. Increased applications often bring: A broader range of capability and experience More speculative…
The Future of Planning Roles Under RMA Reform: What to Expect
With yesterday’s RMA reforms announced, recruitment in planning and policy is set for a shift, not just in numbers, but in the skills that are most in demand. Planners who can interpret and implement the new legislation The transition period will be complex, with both the old RMA and the new system running in parallel….