For such a small country, New Zealand certainly punches above its weight in terms of impressive landmarks, rich with culture and history, which tourists flock to see from all over the world. From volcanoes and mountains, to subterranean caves, New Zealand is packed with sights that live long in the imagination. So, here’s our round-up […]
Auckland Office+64 9 303 9093 Cobalt Recruitment From the Vibrant cities of Wellington and Auckland, to the rushing blue streams of Lake Wanaka, New Zealand has a huge variety of different environments. Tourists all over the world flock to see the beautiful spots and architectural works of this country, but there are a number of […]
The best applicants will be remembered from the very moment they come to the employer’s attention. Whether it’s in a cover letter or during an interview, key details such as presentation and expertise are vital to standing out. As the competition for jobs is strong in New Zealand currently, everybody wants that little something that’ll […]
Sharee Aitken, Property Recruiter for Cobalt shares advice and answers some key questions about Property Management careers in New Zealand. How do I get into Property Management and is a degree essential? What are some common pathways into Property Management? A qualification in property is a prerequisite for many New Zealand employers in the property […]
Unfortunately, history is full of financial misdeeds. Whether it’s invoice fraud or cybercrime, the perpetrator is always looking for the same thing: personal gain. As evidence shows, it’s almost impossible not to get caught out. Even the most hardened criminals have run out of luck and faced the consequences. Accountants and financial services professionals have […]
A future where people can enjoy a high quality of life is largely dependent on the state of our cities. How can we adapt our urban landscapes to handle the changing climate? Authorities and research specialists in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington are actively looking for ways to reduce the environmental impact, and improve the standard […]
Auckland Office+64 9 303 9093 Cobalt Recruitment 3D printing is on the rise. It’s a topic we keep hearing about, often in relation to some high-tech development that was unheard of a few years ago. The market for 3D printing is growing worldwide, but here in New Zealand, the field is growing rapidly. From animal […]
Auckland Office+64 9 303 9093 Cobalt Recruitment We are always looking to expand our services at Cobalt. Our first German office opened in 2008, focusing on recruiting for the Real Estate sector on a national basis. Since then, we have broadened our sector focus considerably. We source professionals across a wide range of sectors, including […]
The Founders of Cobalt Recruitment, Timothy Rowe and Adam Walker have appointed James Wakefield as Chief Executive Officer. Wakefield joined Cobalt in 2007 coming from the Management team of the City Division at Michael Page in London. Prior to this he served as an Officer in the British Army for 6 years during which time […]
The space age is entering a new phase and in the future, booking a ticket on board a rocket headed into outer space may not just be for the mega rich. All around the world, in places like Japan and Russia, space agencies are working on pioneering ways to explore deep space. NASA is currently […]
Sir Ian Charles Athfield was a figurehead in reshaping the face of Wellington, and other areas of New Zealand. Over the past 50 years, he has delivered a signature style, most evident in his complex residential designs, such as the Civic Square and the Wellington City Library. Athfield’s vision is imprinted on many buildings and […]
Construction continues to lead the way in the region in terms of employment and spending, injecting further confidence into the business community. It’s hard to believe we are 6 years into the rebuild but when you walk around the city and see exciting developments taking shape, it soon sinks in just how far we have […]
As dynamic processes, such as modular construction, sweep through New Zealand, it’s slightly less hard to imagine a built environment where there’s no such thing as wasted time, where all structures are energy efficient, all exteriors are self-regenerative. Architects are always looking for ways to change the way we build things in the future. Here […]
Earthquakes have rocked New Zealand for centuries and no matter how well we prepare for them, we still find ourselves counting the costs. 2011’s Christchurch earthquake was one of New Zealand’s deadliest natural disasters, claiming 185 lives and destroying thousands of buildings, many of which held heritage status. We are dubbed the shaky isles for […]