What is the Canterbury Employment Programme?
The programme was launched in January 2003 and aims to assist work-ready migrants and 'Kiwi' job seekers find employment and help relieve the skill shortage in the Canterbury Region. Jude, our full time Employment Coordinator liaises with employers and aims to match skilled workers to suitable roles. This is a professional, quality assured Employment Service under contract to both Department of Labour’s Settlement Support Service & Work and Income New Zealand. There is no charge to employers who choose to use this alternative recruitment option. To date, we have placed over 500 skilled and semi-skilled workers into work in the Canterbury Region.
The aim of this programme is to assist skilled workers to find suitable employment within our region, which will help stimulate Canterbury's economic growth.
How can the Programme work for Employers?
Register your interest in this Programme and advise us of your employment needs by contacting Jude who will provide:
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CVs and letters of introduction from migrants that match your skill and labour requirements
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Follow up, liaison and discussions with respect to potential employees
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Arrange job interviews if required – please be aware that, through this Programme, employers are able to contact migrants directly should they wish to
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Ongoing advice to members and migrant employees on appropriate training programmes to expand employee skills and facilitate promotion in the workplace
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Advice on employment agreements, cultural issues and any other matters relevant to employing migrants
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On-going support including employment advice from our Employers' Services team
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Advice on current NZ Immigration policy and procedures for employing migrants
What if I am unsure about employing Migrants?
Contact Jude Ryan-O'Dea, on (03) 366 5096 or email to discuss your needs.
