How we add value
What actually happens when you call us with a brief. No call centres, no guesswork — a straightforward process built around getting the right worker to your site, ready to go.
What actually happens when you call us with a brief. No call centres, no guesswork — a straightforward process built around getting the right worker to your site, ready to go.
How we work - from brief to boots on the ground.
We get to know your business
We find the right people
We assess and screen
We drug and alcohol test. Every time.
We induct and kit out
We place and stay in touch
We get to know your business
We visit your site, meet the team and get a clear picture of the role, the schedule and the H&S environment. We want to understand how you operate, what good looks like for your business, and what's gone wrong with recruitment in the past. No assumptions, no guesswork, just an honest conversation so we get it right from the start.
DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT
Struggling to resource your next project? We'll get to know your business and get straight to work.
Stretched thin or expanding your business?
Whether you're scrambling to resource a project or building a team for the long haul, we get it. Tell us what you need and we'll get straight to work - finding the right people, fast. Leave the heavy lifting to us.
3,862+ reviews don't lie - New Zealand's tried, tested and trusted recruitment agency.
We're not a call centre with a candidate database. We're a team of sector specialists who show up on site, get to know your business, and stay in touch long after day one. The reviews and awards are proof it works.
Working with New Zealand’s leading employers
We partner with some of New Zealand’s most respected employers across construction, manufacturing, logistics and infrastructure. Together, we supply skilled, reliable workers who keep projects moving and help build a stronger, more productive New Zealand.
Here's what most employers want to know before they pick up the phone.
Good questions deserve straight answers. Here's what we get asked most - and what you actually need to know.
How quickly can you place workers? 
For standard construction and labour roles, 24 to 48 hours. Specialised tickets - scaffolding, Class 4, traffic management, ConstructSafe Tier 2 - allow 48 to 72 hours minimum. Call us and we'll give you a straight answer on your specific requirement.
What is my liability if a Trade Assist worker is injured on my site?
Under HSWA 2015, both Trade Assist and the host employer are PCBUs. Trade Assist handles ACC claims, incident investigation, branded PPE and WorkSafe notification for any notifiable event. Your obligations are: safe site, site induction, and supervision. We document all of this up front.
Can I convert a temp worker to permanent?
Yes. Talk to your Trade Assist consultant. Temp-to-perm conversions are common. There is an applicable fee - your consultant will explain the terms.
What if I'm not happy with a placed worker?
Give your consultant a call, and we will arrange to replace the worker. Performance and attendance issues are dealt with by Trade Assist -- that's part of our role as employer of record.
Do you supply workers outside Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Hawke's Bay?
For large project mobilisations, yes - we've supplied crews to sites beyond our main branches and has been the basis for us to open a branch in Hawke's Bay. For standard labour hire, our service is strongest in our four branch locations. Call us to discuss your specific location.