Book a free one-on-one session with a qualified career expert who can guide you in:

• looking and preparing for job opportunities
• exploring study and training options
• understanding your transferable skills
• creating a personalised career plan

Online and phone appointments are available across the country. Contact us to find out about appointments available near you:

Linwood Connected Centre
When: Every Monday and Tuesday 
Where: Connected Centre, Work and Income, 154 Aldwins Road

Linwood Library
When: Thursday
Where: Linwood Library, First Floor, Eastgate Mall, Buckleys Road

Request a booking: dianne.mcgregor@enact.kiwi.nz

Papanui
When: Monday and Thursday
Where: Connected Centre, Work and Income, 56 Langdons Road

Request a booking debbie.gray@proactive4health.co.nz

Rangiora
When: Wednesday and Friday
Where: Connected Centre, Work and Income, 4 High Street

Request a booking: hemali.shah@careerwave.co.nz

Hornby
When: Monday - Friday
Where: Connected Centre, Work and Income, 25 Shands Road

Request a booking: karen@careersavvy.co.nz

Sydenham
When: Monday
Where: Connected Centre, Work and Income, 39 Durham Street South

Request a booking: hemali.shah@careerwave.co.nz

When: Wednesday
Where: Connected Centre, Work and Income, 39 Durham Street South

Request a booking: dianne.mcgregor@enact.kiwi.nz

With the upcoming opening of Christchurch’s newest recreation and sports facility, Parakiore, Christchurch City Council are inviting you to a community Career Information Session.

Learn about the exciting employment opportunities available, meet the team and learn more about the application process.

When: Wednesday 5 March, 4pm - 5pm
Where: Tūranga Library, 60 Cathedral Square, Christchurch Central

Are you looking to boost your job applications?

This seminar covers:

• Tips and tricks on the shortlisting process from a recruiter
• Good CV’s vs bad CV’s
• A recruiter’s perspective on the use of AI in your applications, what to do and what not to do
• The roles and teams that make up Christchurch City Council. Also a look into roles available at the new Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre

When: Monday 24 March, 9.15am – 10.15am
Where: Ministry of Social Development, 39 Durham Street South, Sydenham

To book a spot email: connectedsydenham@msd.govt.nz 

Come along to a series of 3 seminars covering different supports including the opportunity to meet training providers and employers.

When: Wednesday 5 March, 12 March and 19 March
Where: Connected Centre, Work and Income, 4 High Street

Spaces are limited so please get in touch by emailing connectedrangiora@msd.govt.nz to request a space.

This expo aims to showcase the diverse range of career pathways in the manufacturing, logistics, transport & warehousing sectors where you can:

• meet employers
• discover training opportunities
• explore pathways into the manufacturing sector.

When: Wednesday 26 March, 1:30pm - 3pm
Where: Tūranga Library 60 Cathedral Square TSB Space – Level 1, Christchurch

For queries email: connectedsydenham@msd.govt.nz

Attend New Zealand's largest and most comprehensive showcase of career opportunities in the transport sector.

When: Friday 7 March, 9am - 5pm
Where: Canterbury Agriculture Park, 102 Curletts Road, Hillmorton

Christchurch City Council is looking to fill approximately 200 positions at Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre, which is currently under construction on Moorhouse Ave.

They are looking for people who want to work in:

• Events
• Facility management
• Customer service
• Fitness and swimming instructors 
• lifeguards
• Multisensory facilitators and more

Timaru District is a vibrant, innovative community at the heart of the South Island offering a growing economy, recreational opportunities, and quick commute. You will be supported by the Timaru District Council's diverse workforce focused on promoting the well-being of its communities.

Current roles available include:

• Permanent Lifeguards (multiple vacancies)
• Network Assets Technician
• Junior Library Assistant

There is a new Mitre 10 Mega opening on Brougham Street in Christchurch.  There are multiple vacancies available in this new store.

Roles available include:

• Checkouts (external site)
• Retail Sales (external site)
• Team Leader - Power Garden (external site)
• Team Leader - Garden Hardware (external site)

Selwyn District Council has roles available in everything from planning and consenting new developments to servicing their new facilities, including libraries, swimming pools, parks and playgrounds and many more inbetween. Along with great staff benefits too.

Selwyn currently has some great positions available, which include:

• Swim School Instructor - Expression of Interest
• Wastewater Compliance Officer
• Trade Waste Advisor
• Campground Caretaker/Cleaner - Glentunnel (Fixed-Term)
• And more...

Mayors Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ) in partnership with Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) and Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is working to support you into employment that ranges from full-time, part-time, seasonal work, casual jobs, apprenticeships to volunteer vacancies.

McCain Foods is a Global business specialised in creating great tasting food for over 60 years. Do you want to be part of a brand that is an international household name.

Current vacancies include:

• Sanitation and Hygiene Manager
• Security Team Member

At Hōhepa Canterbury, you will be part of a specialist team that are contributing to overall health and wellbeing of people with complex support needs. You will be working to ensure people maintain social connections whilst responding to their changing support needs.

There are a number of roster-based job vacancies that include:

• Support Worker roles 
• Support Coordinator  
• Volunteers, and more.

If you're interested to apply, please go online to find out more or phone 03 332 3179.

Alpine Energy offers many different careers in a variety of fields. You will be working within an environment that promotes collaboration and productivity. 

Click on the link below to find about current vacancies available. 

Odyssey House is a large not for profit organisation with a diverse range of roles around Canterbury. They collaborate with other service providers in the sector.

Odyssey House currently employs Alcohol and drug counsellors, nurses, staff graduates, social workers, administrator / finance managers, kaumatua, woodwork tutors and consumer advocates.

Check out available vacancies online. 

At UC, you will have more than just a job with a range of benefits and support during your time working here. UC is committed to supporting the holistic wellbeing and professional development of its staff members.

Current vacancies range from Advisor roles, technician and teaching jobs. 

Kimi Mahi Mai, Find a Job is for anyone looking for work – you don’t have to be on a benefit. If you find a job you’re interested in, contact Work and Income to be put in touch with the employer.  

An intensive 16-Week wānanga designed to empower rangatahi tanga (young men) aged 15-24. The purpose of Bros for Change is to give young people who have been labelled, a second chance to create real change through real talk with real people. Here you will be involved in:

• Mahinga kai
• Learning about the environment & conservation
• Māori performing arts through kapa haka, learning Te Reo Maori, Karakia, and hīmene
• Hauora (health and wellbeing) sessions and physical training
• Reality therapy and Workplace readiness training
• Wānanga on the marae and overnight camps (at least three per course)

Duration: Tuesday to Thursday (for 16 weeks), 8:45am – 3pm
Location: 132 Wainoni Road, Avondale, Christchurch 8061

If you're not sure what to do, take the first step with a Level 2 Foundation course or one of NZMA excellent Level 3 courses. 
If you are aged 16-24, the Youth Guarantee scheme gives you the chance to study free for up to one year. Courses include:

• Foundation Skills (Level 2)
• Certificate in Sport Recreation and Exercise (Level 3)
• Certificate in Hospitality - Cafe and Function Services (Level 3)
• Health and Wellbeing Introduction (Level 3) 
• Certificate in Pre-Police and Uniformed Services Training (Level 3)

Enrol now or contact NZMA to find out more about these courses and your eligibility.

SIT Christchurch has a limited number of spaces available on the Youth Guarantee courses, and applications should be sent as early as possible before courses begin.

AT SIT, you will have access to a wide range of learning opportunities and free training and education (tuition, course materials and equipment) for one year.

Youth Guarantee courses available in Christchurch include: 

• Collision Repair and Automotive Refinishing (commences February)
• Construction Trade Skills (commences January, February and October)
• Electrical Pre-Trade (commences February and July)
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (commences March)
• NZ Certificate in Hairdressing (commences February)

Do you dream about making a difference in the electricity distribution industry?

LineTrust South Canterbury are encouraging the potential of future innovators and individuals interested in the electricity industry. 

The scholarship will support students studying:

• Computer Science 
• Mathematics
• Data analytics
• Electronic or electrical engineering
• Sustainability
• Master of Science, or similar disciplines.

Applications close September each year.

This year, all five levels of Māori language courses at Ara Institute of Canterbury are free. 

The courses are taught by passionate and experienced Māori language teachers, and can be studied full-time over 19 weeks or part-time over a year. 

The only cost is a small compulsory student levy. All five levels start in February so apply now!

Are you finishing high school and planning to continue your education. At Hagley, pre-professional courses are a next step beyond school to prepare students for entry into a variety of professional tertiary programmes within a nurturing environment.

Programmes range from health to design courses. 

Contact Hagley College at 03 379 3090 to enrol.

With 60 years of experience, Te Rito Maioha has helped grow skilled skilled teachers across the motu. You can explore a variety of diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that are on offer in the following fields:

• Montessori Pasifika
• Home-based Care
• Teaching
• Education, and more. 

Click on the link below to find the field of study and type of qualification to interest you. Qualifications range from certificate level 1-3 to doctorates.

With a mentor you can step outside the day-to-day running of your business to take a look at your business as a whole.

Business Buddies is a new mentoring service established by The South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce where you can be matched with someone who is experienced in commercial aspects of business operations and ownership.

ExportNZ is organising a nationwide roadshow to support New Zealand's goal of doubling export value by 2034. This event will feature representatives from key government agencies and initiatives, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade, New Zealand Trade & Enterprise, New Zealand Story, and the New Zealand Export Credit Office, who will discuss the latest in export support, trade policy, and market opportunities.

Connect with key officials, gain expert insights and tackle critical challenges. Engage with exporters, share your experiences and help grow the future of NZ's export community.

When: Wednesday 2 April, 4pm - 6pm
Where: Business Canterbury, 57 Kilmore Street, Christchurch

The LSV team are offering employers the chance to connect with them via webinar to:

• Hear an overview of Limited Services Volunteers
• How you can hire an LSV graduate
• Products and services (access to subsidies)

LSV graduates are motivated, self-disciplined, value team work and have respect for others. They come with a strong desire to work and succeed. They're ready to work, learn and have the determination to make a positive contribution to your business. 

When: Wednesday 17 March,1pm

Help LSV to support our young people into employment. Change a young life, change the future!

This briefing is a bit different. Through Business Canterbury's fireside chat format, you will get your questions answered and gain deeper insights from the Ministers as Business Canterbury's CEO Leeann Watson digs deeper on key business issues like infrastructure, talent attraction and immigration, innovation and technology, and of course, regulations.

Hon. Chris Penk and Hon. James Meager will provide key updates on their vision for the region, including government initiatives and what businesses can expect moving forward.

When: Friday 4 April, 9:30am - 11:30am
Where: Business Canterbury, 57 Kilmore Street, Christchurch
Cost: Connect|Thrive|Invest Member - $35 + GST or Lite|Non-Member - $55 + GST

Register today to spend quality time building relationships with other members and be part of bringing the Canterbury business community together.

When: Thursday 20 March, 5:30pm - 7pm
Where: 2B Connected, Level 1/39 Princess Street, Riccarton
Cost: Free

Business but Better is a free hub for business resources, created by ethical entrepreneur Brianne West. Here you can gain digital membership and entry into an active community of mission-led brands who want to sell out (without selling out).

You will receive guidance and resource towards starting up or growing a business that is financially sustainable.

Inland Revenue (IR) offers three practical sessions:

• Starting a business? Introduction to Business offers information on the different ways to structure your business, expenses you can claim, and how income tax and provisional tax works.
• Are you registered for GST or thinking of registering for GST? GST is to help you learn who needs to register for GST, what GST is charged on, what information must be recorded and how to send this to them, and ceasing your GST registration.
• Are you employing? The Employers session covers who needs to register as an employer, and what information must be recorded and how to send it to IR.

With a choice of format, don't miss out and register today!

If you have a business idea you are qualified to deliver, live in NZ, and meet the following criteria, this event may be for you:

• Have a current community services card. 
• Be receiving a full benefit, or in extreme hardship.
• Have an in-demand product or service created or delivered by you.
• Not previously funded for your enterprise (ie excludes those already/previously funded by TPK, Foundation North, Pacific Business Trust, Flexi wage, etc.)
• Only one startup idea. 
• Consideration of circumstances (eg poverty, disability, homelessness)
• Not eligible if you have debt arrears without a payment plan.
• Trial fund grant application is max $2000

If you have mental health or disability challenges, you must be accompanied by a support worker.

When: Tuesday 1 April, 10am - 5pm and 6pm - 7pm 
Where: Bealey Quarter, 263 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch