Going Loud | Our Blog

As a woman working on the periphery of the construction industry, I’m using this article to explore the journey of Kiwi women in construction and the profound impact they are making on our local infrastructure.

In this post, we look at negotiating the terms of your employment, which is an often overlooked yet crucial step in the job seeking process. When handled appropriately, it can ensure a mutually beneficial arrangement for you and your potential new employer.

There's something quintessentially Kiwi about not wanting to "go loud" about our accomplishments or achievements, but writing a CV is exactly the place for you to do so!

Headhunting is the process of searching for talent that best fits an available job opportunity. It’s a more proactive strategy than regular recruiting as it involves identifying and reaching out to people who may not even be looking for a job but might consider a move given the right incentive. But how can you increase your chances of being noticed?

AJ Construct chooses to use a search-based approach when recruiting candidates for roles because it reaches talent that would otherwise be missed by using reactive recruitment methods. Find out more here...

Recruitment is fundamental to building successful and diverse teams that drive organisational growth and innovation. In today’s rapidly changing world, where diversity of thought and experience is supposed to be celebrated, the value of keeping an open mind during the recruitment process cannot be overstated. An open-minded approach creates an environment where hidden talents can flourish and brings a fresh perspective to the team.

In 2020, Winstone Wallboards announced it was relocating its manufacturing and distribution operation from Auckland to Tauranga which meant a whole new workforce was required. After a robust testing process, the AJ Construct team was chosen to be the recruitment partner for the entire Tauriko project!

When AJ Construct Managing Director found herself in a position to hire an 18-year-old straight out of high school, she hesitated to walk the talk and offer them a job. This is her journey - from initial doubt to embracing the power of inexperience - and how it turned out to be the best decision she has made.

At a recent meeting with a potential job seeker the question was posed, “What does a recruitment consultant actually do?” so for anyone else who may be pondering that same question, here’s our answer.