Recruiter / Account Manager

• Manage clients, build crews, and own relationships across Hawke's Bay & Manawatu
• Flexible hours, real autonomy, and support from people who know the industry
• Strong earning upside - six-figure OTE, open-ended bonuses & company vehicle

EQUIP People is a privately owned recruitment business specialising in commercial and industrial recruitment across Hawke's Bay and Manawatu in the temporary and permanent space. With growing demand on the industrial side of the business, we're looking for an Industrial Recruiter / Account Manager to support existing clients and build new relationships.

The role This is a hands-on recruitment and client management role, covering both Hawke's Bay and Manawatu, so comfort with regional travel is essential. You'll manage your own clients, build candidate pipelines, and support on-hire workers out on site.

We're open to part-time or full-time hours and more interested in finding the right person than boxing the role into a rigid structure.

What the role involves:

• Managing and developing client relationships
• Recruiting, interviewing, and placing candidates
• Supporting on-hire staff and checking in on site
• Ensuring Health & Safety standards are followed
• Building crews through your networks and local connections
• Contributing to growth through consistent, practical recruitment

Who this would suit

• An experienced recruiter or someone from sales, account management, or an industrial/trades background
• Comfortable talking to tradies, labourers, supervisors, and business owners
• Confident on the phone and able to back yourself
• Organised, motivated, and straight-up in your communication
• Holds a full NZ driver's licence

What's on offer

• On-Target Earnings (OTE): Six figures
• Realistic base salary (circa $70-$80k depending on experience)
• Fully maintained company vehicle - full personal use
• Open-ended bonus scheme linked to performance
• Flexible hours (part-time or full-time)
• Support from experienced leadership and resourcing support
• A role where your effort directly impacts your earnings

We're not corporate or over-engineered. We value people who get stuck in, build trust, and get the job done properly. You'll be trusted to run your patch and backed to succeed.

If you're looking for a role with autonomy, earning upside, and genuine support, I'd like to hear from you.

For further information, email sonya@equippeople.co.nz or for a confidential discussion, call Sonya on 027 30 40 801 during business hours.