Your trusted recruitment partner for technical, engineering and construction roles across Aotearoa.
Connecting skilled professionals with forward-thinking companies.
Manawa Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency focused on technical engineering and construction roles within the built environment, energy and infrastructure space. We bring together expertise, care and purpose to help businesses grow and communities thrive across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Why Manawa?
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With specialist expertise in engineering, construction, infrastructure and energy, we understand the unique demands of the built environment. Our knowledge ensures we can identify the right talent for technical and leadership roles, matching skills to the realities of complex projects across New Zealand.
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We have trusted relationships with skilled professionals and employers nationwide. Our extensive networks mean we can quickly connect companies with the talent they need — from regional contractors to national infrastructure providers.
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At the heart of Manawa Recruitment is a commitment to care, respect and integrity. We take a people-first approach that honours candidates, supports clients and builds long-term partnerships grounded in shared values and cultural understanding.
Our Services
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Exclusive recruitment partnerships for specialist and leadership roles
Manawa Recruitment partners with select clients as a trusted recruitment provider, delivering end-to-end talent solutions. For leadership and specialist roles, we offer a targeted recruitment service to identify and attract high-calibre professionals who align with your organisation’s values and long-term strategy.
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Flexible contingent recruitment solutions across New Zealand
Our contingent recruitment service provides flexibility and personalisation. Through authentic engagement, tailored solutions and transparent communication, we align skills, values and purpose to create lasting value for clients and candidates across Aotearoa.
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Interim recruitment for project and fixed-term roles
We supply skilled interim professionals for fixed-term or project-based roles, ensuring your organisation maintains momentum during peak periods, transitions or urgent needs. Our interim recruitment solutions keep critical projects on track and teams supported.
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Our values
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Care and respect
Shared purpose
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Genuine relationships
Guardianship
Kōtahitanga
Manaakitanga
Kaitiakitanga
Whanaungatanga
About
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Kerry Rowlands, Director of Manawa Recruitment, brings over 20 years’ experience in construction, sales, and technical recruitment across the UK and Aotearoa. Passionate about connecting people with meaningful opportunities, he leads with authenticity and purpose.
Outside of work, Kerry is a proud husband and father of four, sports coach, outdoor enthusiast, and community advocate, with whakapapa to Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Rākaipaaka, Wales, England, and Scotland.