Canstaff

Canstaff has supported businesses in Christchurch and across New Zealand, specializing in recruitment and staffing solutions within Construction & Trades, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain & Logistics. Our dedicated team partners with organisations to secure skilled individuals for critical operational and technical roles.

Canstaff is a New Zealand-owned recruitment and labor hire company that specializes in the construction, civil construction, engineering, manufacturing, and logistics sectors. Established in 2001, the company initially focused on addressing labor shortages in agriculture but quickly expanded to become a leader in recruitment across various industries nationwide.

The company provides end-to-end recruitment solutions, offering both contract and permanent staffing services. Canstaff supplies a diverse range of professionals, including engineers, quantity surveyors, site managers, and skilled tradespeople. They manage all employment-related responsibilities, such as PAYE, ACC, holiday pay, and health and safety inductions, allowing clients to focus on their core business.

With multiple offices in key locations like Auckland, Christchurch, and Queenstown, Canstaff emphasizes personalized service and regular client engagement. They also play a significant role in sourcing overseas applicants, particularly from the UK and Europe, to meet local demand. Additionally, Canstaff promotes apprenticeships to support training and development in the trades, ensuring a skilled workforce for the future.