Frequently asked questions
The short answers to what candidates and employers ask most about CareersNZ.
For job seekers
What is CareersNZ?
A national talent pool for Aotearoa. Candidates across every sector join, and employers reach them while your contact details stay private until you choose to apply.
Is it free?
Yes. Joining and staying in the pool is free for candidates.
What can employers see about me?
Only a first name, your location, licences and a short bio. Never your surname, email or phone until you apply.
Can I withdraw?
Yes, at any time. You can also update your details whenever you like.
For employers
How much does it cost?
Registering and posting roles is free. You verify a business email, then post or paste a listing.
How do I post a role?
Create a listing directly, or paste a Seek or Trade Me link and we prefill the details from your own advert. Choose the sector and regions, and we match candidates from the pool.
Do you scrape or harvest data from job sites?
No. We do not harvest or store data from Seek, Trade Me or other job sites. When your role links to an external advert, we simply send that link to matched candidates so they apply on your existing listing. The only candidate information in CareersNZ comes from candidates who chose to join the talent pool.
When do I get contact details?
You see privacy-minimal cards first. Full details reach you only when a candidate chooses to apply to your role.
General
Which sectors do you cover?
Every major New Zealand sector, from freight and trades to healthcare, hospitality and finance. See the full list on the sectors page.