Seeking employment, but where are the jobs?

30 Nov 2011 06:31p.m.

key wrote:

And the guy is S African , what about the others ?.I spent 25 years same job, now redundant for 2 years, no job.Politicians are barefaced liars with their promises.Why did a million not vote ?.

28 Nov 2011 05:12p.m.

Wish to remain anonymous wrote:

Reading some of the stories sent in, mine will seem like a picnic in the park; however, it is unique and I am sure it will resonate with a few others: My position as a senior manager with a large corporate was recently made redundant. This despite the fact that I had delivered over budget in a recessionary climate and met all KPIs. Apparently it was between me and my boss - and he had more time with the company so they did a whole `restructure' drama to see me off. Now I haven't quite sent in 100 applications just yet as I am targeting specific roles where I believe I can be of tremendous value. However I am not getting the time of the day with the recruiters, most of them who are young females who wouldn't be able to recognize real talent if it slapped them in the face. I don't mean to be disparaging to the whole recruitment industry, but in these times of supply-demand imbalance, there is more reason to ensure that everyone is getting a `fair go'. I brought all my savings to New Zealand as a new immigrant in 2002 and have paid over $250K Income Tax. But because my wife is working part time and I have some savings (which are fast depleting), WINZ is only prepared to give me $50/- a week and they are really not much help in getting a job commensurate with my experience and qualifications. So I have abandoned that and am just out there doing every thing that the play suggests: Redid my CV, targeted approach to jobs, network, network, network; build a credible online presence and pray to God that somewhere someone will notice me, invite for an interview and offer me a decent job. Amen.

27 Nov 2011 08:20a.m.

Victoria wrote:

I lost my home and my job in the Feb earthquake. Its taken months and many specialists before acc. would accept that I had a accident.(I fell in the Feb earthquake had a whole school witness my fall but acc wanted more proof. After making me wait 10 months before they accepted my claim, they are now pushing me to get off it.It was only accepted last week. Its almost like getting a Christmas present and once you have taken the wrapping off the person that gave it to you says, I have changed my mind now give it back. Jobs and accommodation are rare in Christchurch, especially if you love animals we have a small dog or a large cat is what some call it. and I am looking for both, I am a single mum and I DON'T want to have to apply for the benefit I like working and would appreciate any ideas any one has. Like Alistair I have applied for at least 100 jobs but no reply.

25 Nov 2011 08:20p.m.

toni z wrote:

i can identify and whole heartedly agree with TRISTRAM. you cant heat Paula about the jobless ness in this country .firstly she has a job and secondly she has no skills to create a job. i have been unemployed for 2 YEARS now. im a highly skilled tradesman in engineering. the problem lies with the governments lack of responsibility to citizens in this country by throwing the "global market " memo under our noses. well the "global market" starts at home. i had a job until the government gave it away to china to afford "cheaper" goods to the consumer. the ODD thing is now that good are 20-50 % cheaper , the country has to now support my family and countless others . DO THE MATH if you make me and countless others unemployed to save $$ on goods , any half smart politician will realize the "savings" on overseas goods is less than the cost of keeping me and countless fed while unemployed.AND a break in transferable skills , what is new zealand going to do next ??import chinese skill tradespersons to train kiwi kids ?? its a no brainer.

25 Nov 2011 08:17p.m.

I wish to remain Anonymous wrote:

In response to your invitation from Campbell Live on the subject 'Seeking jobs' A very short quick breakdown 2008-2011 • Had to sell house at a loss of $200,000 • Investment (savings for tax) loss because of Nathens finance of $10,000 • Business loss because of partner committed fraud of $300,000 I lost also over $50,000 • No work for 3 years apart from the odd job as an extra at $13ph less commission • Tried night work - nearly killed me! • Applied for over 700 jobs - only 1 interview • Had operation - now need another • Used up all savings • Trying to re-train by studying at Auck Uni part time as each paper cost over $700 • I used to employ people • I have a degree BA hon • Only sibling died plus two close friends during same period of 3 months • No parents living • Divorced in 2010 • Have payed plenty of income tax • Brought over $300,000 cash into NZ • Was without home for 2 years • Sick of beans on toast • I don't know why but I'm still voting for National tomorrow, however I cannot persuade my children to do so! • NZ is still the most beautiful Country to live in!

25 Nov 2011 08:13p.m.

kev wrote:

I hope you find full time meaningful employment Alistair and dont give up,youll get there as you are determined and not an idle loafer,times are hard ive been in the same boat a few times ,best of luck.

25 Nov 2011 07:59p.m.

bukster wrote:

One of the other problems that happens when jobs are hard to find is that employers really put the thumbscrews on those of us who do have jobs. My employer is currently getting worse and worse. Who can stop him? There are no jobs out there so if you don't like it, he is only too happy to remind you that he could have 100 people begging for your job tomorrow and don't you forget it.