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Nuku Ora chose to partner with Sheffield because their recruitment proposal really encapsulated our need, and they were able to articulate that they understood where we were at on our organisational journey....We are delighted with our successful candidate.

Dianna Taylor, Chair, Nuku Ora

We have previously partnered with Sheffield and been impressed with their service and professionalism. I appreciate Louise’s honesty when working with her and the capability of the Search team works very well. Sheffield is well connected across a variety of industries, and I knew with this being a specialised role, Sheffield would have their fingers on the pulse. This role had tight timeframes that we highlighted from the outset and Sheffield were able to deliver on this.

Francesca Eathorne, CEO, Antarctic Heritage Trust

We chose Sheffield for the recruitment of this role as we had used them previously. The attraction of candidates Sheffield were able to provide was a big benefit for us. Andrea had a very good understanding of the role and the team were very organised with their communications, with the interview process run very well. It was an enjoyable experience, and we have a great outcome.

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We liked having a team appointed to look after us. Having two recruitment processes, the follow-on and consistency was important. Jane and Gina were a great team, keeping us updated and in touch with how the process was progressing. Jane was a very good interviewer and the calibre of the Search candidates with the second process was outstanding.

Karen Price, Chair, Aotea Electric Auckland

When recruiting for our Chief Executive we’d heard from other clients that Sheffield were one of the best. They had also just completed hiring an ELT role and I was incredibly impressed by the quality of the process and standard of the candidates shortlisted. The process was incredible. It was clear right from the beginning and even in the tough political environment, we were still provided with a wonderful list of candidates, I can hand on heart say that Sheffield is the best Consultancy in Wellington. They treat their clients and candidates with the highest respect, and go completely out of their way to find the best person for the role

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New Commercial Manager - Contracting & Networks for EA Networks
Sheffield South Island enjoyed continuing their partnership with EA Networks with their most recent appointment of Douglas MacDonald as their new Commercial Manager Contracting and Networks.
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Selwyn District Council appoints Chief Executive Officer
Recently Sheffield South Island were delighted to partner with Selwyn District Council in the recruitment of their Chief Executive Officer and are delighted to congratulate Steve Gibling on his appointment.
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New Chief Executive for the Environmental Protection Authority
We are delighted to congratulate Lian Butcher on her appointment as Chief Executive of the Environmental Protection Authority | Te Mana Rauhī Taiao.
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Governance in the Water Sector: Lessons in Getting It Right from the Start
Insights from Sheffield on water governance in New Zealand, drawn from a year helping councils stand up new boards under Local Water Done Well.
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Wai Hononga Water Services appoint Chief Executive
Sheffield South Island was excited to lead the search process and to partner with Wai Hononga Water Services in the appointment of Brent Manning as their Chief Executive who will lead the organisation from September 2026 through to its go-live date of 1 July 2027 and beyond.
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Nurse Muade Association appoints new Chief Financial Officer
Sheffield South Island thoroughly enjoyed partnering with Nurse Maude recently in the appointment of their new Chief Financial Officer, Kelvin Mason.
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