RecruitNet Consulting Group

“If you are still basing your salary offer on 2023/4 data, you may already be losing candidates before you even advertise.”

Across supply chain, operations and engineering, salary expectations have shifted faster than many SME leaders realise.

Roles that were once considered “steady” are now in short supply and candidates know their market value. Yet too often, employers set ranges based on last year’s budget rather than this year’s reality.

What happens then?

👉 The best people never apply.
👉 Candidates drop out late in the process.
👉 Businesses are left hiring their second or third choice.

A realistic salary is not about overpaying. It is about aligning your budget with the skills you truly need, so the right candidates take you seriously from the start.

At RecruitNet, we see this market shift every day. We benchmark salaries against current placements and candidate conversations, not outdated salary surveys.

If your role has been open for weeks without progress, it may be time to ask whether the salary is holding you back.

Want a quick sense-check on whether your salary range matches the market? Let’s talk.

👉 Looking for Your Next Great Hire?

Finding the right permanent or contract employee can transform your business — and nobody understands that better than RecruitNet.

RecruitNet has built a reputation for connecting businesses with high-quality candidates who not only have the right skills, but the right mindset and cultural fit to drive long-term success.

At RecruitNet, we specialises in:
🔹 Permanent and contract placements across a range of industries
🔹 Tailored recruitment solutions for growing businesses
🔹 A highly personalised, people-first approach to hiring

With years of hands-on experience and a deep understanding of what makes a team thrive, RecruitNet is committed to making recruitment simple, efficient, and genuinely rewarding for both employers and candidates.

Whether you’re looking to grow your leadership team, build out a specialist department, or secure your next superstar employee, RecruitNet is your trusted partner.

Ready to find the right people for the future of your business?
👉 Connect with Brigitta Warren today on 021 466 732
👉 Learn more at www.recruitnet.co.nz

Market Insights

New Zealand manufacturing and engineering businesses are telling me attracting operational and technical talent remains their #1 challenge.

I’m seeing:
✅ Increased competition for qualified technical staff
✅ Strong demand for experienced managers
✅ Salary expectations rising 5–10% in the last 6 months

If you’re planning team changes or recruitment this quarter, I’m happy to share targeted salary benchmarks and market insights to support your decisions.

You can reach me today! Link in bio.

Looking for Your Next Great Hire? Meet Brigitta Warren – Founder of RecruitNet

Finding the right permanent employee can transform your business — and nobody understands that better than Brigitta Warren.

As the founder of RecruitNet, Brigitta has built a reputation for connecting businesses with high-quality candidates who not only have the right skills, but the right mindset and cultural fit to drive long-term success.

At RecruitNet, Brigitta specialises in:
🔹 Permanent placements across a range of industries
🔹 Tailored recruitment solutions for growing businesses
🔹 A highly personalised, people-first approach to hiring

With years of hands-on experience and a deep understanding of what makes a team thrive, Brigitta is committed to making permanent recruitment simple, efficient, and genuinely rewarding for both employers and candidates.

Whether you’re looking to grow your leadership team, build out a specialist department, or secure your next superstar employee, RecruitNet is your trusted partner.

Ready to find the right people for the future of your business?
👉 Connect with Brigitta Warren today
👉 Learn more at www.recruitnet.co.nz link in bio

Least we forget ✨

Wishing you a safe and happy Easter holiday break, from the team at RecruitNet.

We will be closed Easter Friday and Easter Monday.

🎉 Big congratulations to Gareth Edlin on his appointment as CFO at Playground Centre!

With 21+ years of global finance leadership, Gareth brings serious expertise to a company that brings serious fun to life!

Thanks to Simon Filleul and the Playground Centre team for trusting RecruitNet with this key appointment.

Wishing Gareth and the team all the best on this exciting new journey!

🌟 Congratulations to all the incredible professionals I’ve had the privilege of placing into new roles in Q1 of 2025! 🌟

Your hard work, determination, and resilience have paid off, and I’m excited to see the impact you’ll have in your new positions. It’s always rewarding to match talented individuals with opportunities that help them grow and thrive.

With specialised expertise, we recruit for permanent and contract positions in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Technical and Sales for top brands operating across New Zealand.

If you are seeking a new role or you require professional talent in your team, then reach out to RecruitNet today. Link in our bio.

📞 021 466 732
✉️ [email protected]

The team at RecruitNet is back and ready for 2025!

As an employer, your time is precious, and dedicating it to recruiting new staff may not be a priority. Thankfully, you don’t need to worry about it - RecruitNet is here to take care of the entire recruitment process, allowing you to focus on your core business objectives.

We’re already working with talented individuals seeking new challenges in 2025. In today’s competitive employment market, hesitation can cost you both time and money—don’t miss out on securing the right talent for your team.

RecruitNet proudly serves businesses across New Zealand, connecting top-tier candidates to roles in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, engineering, technical, sales, and finance. Let us help you find the best fit for your business!

Reach out to RecruitNet today and let’s make 2025 a year of growth and success.

💻 www.recruitnet.co.nz
✉️ [email protected]
📞 021 466 732

Job seekers, we have a number of exciting vacancies for the start of 2025. If you are seeking a new role in either engineering, supply chain, operations, technical, sales or finance, then visit our job listings today.

Can't find anything there then register your interest to be kept updated.

💻www.recruitnet.co.nz
✉️[email protected]
📞021 466 732

Happy New Year from the team at RecruitNet.

Thank you again for your support in 2024, we look forward to what 2025 has to offer. 🥂

#2025

🔊 Announcement
We have a number of new roles available for 2025! If you are thinking about a change or want to know what the market is doing then take a look at our current vacancies.

💻 www.recruitnet.co.nz
✉️[email protected]
📞021 466 732

The team at RecruitNet looks forward to hearing from you.