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Sheffield made the process for us recruiting this role so easy with their expert guidance and ability to find high calibre candidates. We found their professional processes particularly useful to navigate a strong candidate field and to really ensure we employed the right person for the role.

Francesca Eathorne, Chief Operations Office, Antarctic Heritage Trust

Andrea is very knowledgeable around education recruitment. I would highly recommend Sheffield, the process took huge amounts of stress off the Board of Trustees.

Rebecca Methven, Chair, St Bedes College

Mike and the team at Sheffield provided a fantastic service. There was a really robust process that resulted in some great applicants for us to consider....and are very happy with the outcome.

Will Doughty, Chief Executive Officer, Kaikoura District Council

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Joy Paterson, Chair, LineTrust South Canterbury

I wish to applaud Sheffield for their professional, considerate and thorough approach to recruitment. Sheffield's approach of personal contact, detailed candidate assessment and rigorous evaluation provided me with the assurance I was seeking. It was a pleasure to work with Louise Green and her team

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Te Hui Taituară 2026 Ngāmotu New Plymouth
Katy Anquetil, our Executive Director Wellington, was at Te Hui Taituarā 2026 in Ngāmotu New Plymouth recently. There was a week of kōrero, constructive challenge, connection and learning with local government professionals from across Aotearoa.
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New Chief Executive for Calder Stewart Operations
Sheffield South Island was delighted to partner with Calder Stewart in the appointment of their new Chief Executive, Calder Stewart Operations, Gareth Husband. This is a rare and significant appointment for Calder Stewart and Gareth’s focus will be to provide strategic leadership and growth across the Construction, Plant & Logistics and Manufacturing businesses nationwide.
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Sheffield Primary and Secondary Education Leadership Appointments
Sheffield's high-impact primary and secondary school appointments across Aotearoa New Zealand highlight principal and board roles shaping the future of education. This curated list offers a window into the calibre of leadership driving meaningful impact across the sector.
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Nurse Maude Association appoints new GM - People, Capability & Equity
Sheffield South Island continue to enjoy partnering with Nurse Maude and recently supporting them in the appointment of their new General Manager, People, Capability & Equity, Ruth Knewstubb.
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New Regional Manager Christchurch for Calder Stewart
Congratulations to Simon Shaw who has been appointed as the new Regional Manager Christchurch for Calder Stewart.
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New Chief Operating Officer for Pathlab
Sheffield is delighted to announce the appointment of Mark Watson as Chief Operating Officer at Pathlab.
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