Canterbury
With teams based in the heart of Sockburn and Riccarton, we can offer you the benefits of local knowledge, experience and fast turnarounds when it comes to all your staffing, recruitment, operations and maintenance service needs.
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Programmed’s presence exceeds more than 29 years in the Canterbury region.
Having one of the largest teams in the Canterbury region means that we can get the job done quickly and minimise any inconveniences.
The Canterbury region is a business and agricultural powerhouse. North, mid and south Canterbury halfway down the east coast of the South Island comprise New Zealand’s largest geographic region.
Christchurch is the Canterbury’s largest city which happens to be New Zealand’s second largest with a population of around 375,000 people. Canterbury has a population of around 599,694 people.
Covering all things maintenance and operations, Programmed has many customers in these regions. Some of their iconic projects include Rangi Ruru Girls Schools, Rangiroa High School, Avon City Ford, Northland Mall, Oceania Healthcare and Canterbury University.
Programmed also has in excess of more than 5000 locations/assets and buildings across the North and South Islands which they look after. These include but are not limited to Kiwi Rail, Chorus, Ministry of Education and Te Ahuru Mowai sites across the country.
Services in Canterbury
- Staffing
- Facility Management
- Maintenance
- Career Services
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Programmed do?
Programmed is a leading provider of staffing, facility management, and maintenance services across Australia and New Zealand. We help businesses find the right people and keep their operations, buildings, and assets running smoothly, and we help job seekers find meaningful work across a wide range of industries.
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Is Programmed a recruitment agency, a labour hire company, or a facility services provider?
We’re all three. Programmed combines staffing and labour hire, permanent and professional recruitment, training and apprenticeships, and facility and property maintenance services under one company, so businesses can partner with us for more than one need at a time.
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What industries does Programmed work in?
We work across more than 11 major industries, including Mining, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing & FMCG, Transport & Logistics, Government & Infrastructure, Education, Utilities, Telecommunications, Retail & Commercial, Business Services, Tourism & Sport, and Strata & Body Corporates.
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Where does Programmed operate?
We operate from more than 100 locations across Australia and New Zealand, so most businesses and candidates can access local, on-the-ground support wherever they are.
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Is Programmed part of a bigger group?
Yes. Programmed has been part of the Japan-based PERSOL Group since it was acquired in October 2017. In Australia, PERSOLKELLY has also rebranded to PERSOL as the wider group unifies its operations under one brand.
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How long has Programmed been in business?
Programmed was founded in Victoria in 1951 and has grown through decades of expansion and acquisitions. Today we employ more than 32,000 people a year and support more than 10,000 customers across Australia and New Zealand.
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I'm looking for a job with Programmed. How do I apply?
Head to our online Job Search to view current vacancies and apply directly, or get in touch with your nearest Programmed office to speak with a recruitment consultant about opportunities in your area.
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I need staff or a service for my business. How do I get started?
Contact us through our website to make an enquiry, and a member of our team will follow up to understand your requirements and discuss how we can support your business, whether that’s staffing, maintenance, or another service.
Programmed acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, live, and come together. We recognise the ongoing connection of Aboriginal Peoples and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to the Land, the Waters, the Flora, and Fauna as well as to Community. We pay respect to Elders of Country past, present, and emerging.
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