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Stay In-Demand This December: What NZ Employers Really Want From Trades & Engineering Talent in 2026

Quick Summary NZ employers want reliability, attitude, safety compliance, and adaptability. Skills shortages…

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A clean, modern graphic representing 2026 workforce planning for engineering, trades, and Oil & Gas employers, created by Techtrade Recruitment, one of NZ’s leading engineering and trades agencies.

How to Start 2026 Strong: Workforce Planning Tips for Engineering, Trades and Oil & Gas Employers

Why Is End-of-Year Workforce Planning Critical for Engineering & Trades Teams? Short answer:Because…

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November 11, 2025

Season’s Greetings from Techtrade Recruitment 🎄

As the holiday season approaches, we’d like to take a moment to wish…

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Finish the Year Strong: Career Growth & Goal Setting for 2026 (Trades & Engineering Edition)

As the year winds down, most people hit cruise mode, but the smartest…

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The Hidden Costs of a Bad Hire in Engineering & Trades (and How to Avoid Them)

When your project deadlines are tight and productivity targets are high, the last…

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New Oil & Gas Opportunities in NZ: What It Means for Skilled Trades and Engineers

The government has reopened oil and gas exploration across New Zealand for the…

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Marsden Point, New Zealand. Decommissioned rusting oil refinery, which refined crude oil from 1964 to 2022. Photo taken in 2025.

Oil & Gas Exploration Reopens in NZ: What It Means for Trade & Engineering Businesses

The New Zealand Government has officially reopened oil and gas exploration nationwide, ending…

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How to Reduce Downtime with Skilled Trade & Engineering Contractors

Downtime is one of the most expensive risks for engineering, manufacturing, and trade…

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Top 5 Skills That Make You Stand Out in Engineering & Trade Jobs Today

The engineering and trade industries in New Zealand are busier than ever, and…

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