The Personal Approach to Engineering and Trade Recruitment
Specialists in placing skilled labour for:
- Projects – engineering, manufacturing & electrical
- Machinery installations, relocations and decommissions
- Shutdown & planned maintenance
- Peak production periods, shift cover & extended leave
Temporary | Contract | Permanent
Techtrade works with
Your reliable partner for trades and engineering staff
At Techtrade, our focus is to find the perfect fit - for both your business and our candidates - so you can both prosper and contribute to each other's success. With our extensive industry knowledge, well-established networks and large contracting pool we can supply the skilled engineering and trade staff you need – whether it's temporary, contract or permanent.
Our team have accumulated over thirty years of relevant recruitment experience.
We are connected with a large pool of New Zealand’s engineering and trade talent.
At Techtrade, our focus is to find the perfect fit - for both your business and our candidates - so you can both prosper and contribute to each other's success. With our extensive industry knowledge, well-established networks and large contracting pool we can supply the skilled engineering and trade staff you need – whether it's temporary, contract or permanent.
Our team have accumulated over thirty years of relevant recruitment experience.
We are connected with a large pool of New Zealand’s engineering and trade talent.
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Areas of specialisation
At Techtrade, we have extensive experience in recruiting for a wide range of engineering, trade and manufacturing roles. We specialise in placing Mechanical Fitters, Fabricators, Industrial Electricians, Riggers and Diesel Technicians. We also cover Trade Assistants, Warehouse and Production roles and much more.
We also offer recruitment services for senior and management roles such as Engineering, Operations and Production Managers. See the full range of roles we cover below.
We care about your goals and want to help you succeed
Techtrade understands engineering, manufacturing and trade jobs and has the business relationships to help you find the next step in your career. Whether it’s a permanent, temporary or contract role you’re looking for we’re here to help you into a role that’s the best fit for you.
Visit our job board to see the latest openings or call one of our consultants for a confidential chat about your next move.
Techtrade understands engineering, manufacturing and trade jobs and has the business relationships to help you find the next step in your career. Whether it’s a permanent, temporary or contract role you’re looking for we’re here to help you into a role that’s the best fit for you.
Visit our job board to see the latest openings or call one of our consultants for a confidential chat about your next move.
Success stories from our clients and candidates
About us
Techtrade is a boutique agency that is 100% kiwi owned and operated. With over 30 years of combined industry experience we are experts at what we do. We operate with our core values of respect and integrity to provide a high level of personal service and offer solutions that really meet your needs.
At Techtrade, we’re about.....
Industry Knowledge
Proven Process
Putting You First
Real Solutions
Meet the team
We have over 30 years’ industry experience in the supply of Skilled Trades and Technical staff, so when your business needs skilled people to get results, we’re here. From the way we attract and retain qualified people to finding solutions for businesses, our knowledge of the industries we support means we can place the best person for the job. Our focus is on building lasting relationships with our team and businesses.
Mike Fokkens
Mike is known for his easy-going manner and ability to build businesses through strategic partnerships and successful relationships. When dealing with Mike, you can expect to benefit from his wealth of experience, his extensive industry knowledge
Paula Moore
Paula is our in-house HR, Recruitment and finance guru which comes from her 20 years’ experience in Senior HR and Recruitment roles, as well as owning and operating her own businesses.
Jonathon Holder
Jonathon has a diverse background, spending over 5 years in the Navy as a Marine Technician before transitioning to the boat building industry.
Artur Karibov
Artur holds a Diploma in Business Management and has several years of experience in the HR & Recruitment industry. He is known for being a genuine people person and enjoys creating long-term relationships with clients and candidates
Scott Hutton
Scott has recently moved into recruitment after 10 years in the Paint industry – both in sales and as a tradesman. Scott has worked with a wide range of trades and is an enthusiastic and genuine individual, with a strong focus on going the extra mile
Arnelle Jenkins
Arnelle has a diverse background in marketing, graphic design and account management making her a versatile asset to the business. As our marketing and recruitment co-ordinator Arnelle provides broad support across various areas of the business.
Zoe Hindell
Zoe is our highly efficient and well organised payroll and accounts guru with over 10 years’ experience in the recruitment industry. She specialises in providing support to clients for billing and account administration,
Make your next move with Techtrade
Experience the personal approach to trade and engineering recruitment. Let us know about your latest vacancy, check out our latest jobs or register with us today.
We welcome any enquiries on 0800 83 24 87.
