Construction Labour Hire & Recruitment Agency Christchurch & Wellington

Our Story

Founded in 2023 by Zachary Guildford and Jacob Skilling, Skillford and Co. has quickly become a trusted recruitment agency in Christchurch, New Zealand.

At Skillford and Co Limited, we take immense pride in our commitment to excellence. A trusted team delivers our services of dedicated staff known for their strong work ethics, unwavering enthusiasm, and keen attention to detail. We strongly understand mental health and its impact on a worker’s performance; together with the Broken Movement Trust, we value this and hold it with the utmost importance.

Our approach is marked by innovative thinking, continually seeking ways to deliver high-quality staff performance to minimise disruption to your operation while ensuring full compliance with safety regulations and cost-effectiveness for our valued clients.

Before joining our team, every employee undergoes a rigorous selection process conducted by our team, ensuring that only the most skilled and capable individuals are selected. Partnering with us guarantees access to top-notch workers who consistently meet your needs and deliver exceptional results. We take pride in providing reliable labour services that consistently exceed your expectations.

Our Values

SUPPORT  |  Manaakitanga

We embrace manaakitanga by supporting our valued clients and candidates, from the initial hiring processes to permanent placements. Our commitment includes offering guidance, resources, and personalised assistance to job seekers, all while delivering tailored solutions to meet our clients’ unique needs.

HONESTY AND TRUTHFULNESS  |  Pononga and Tika

Honesty is an integral part of our recruitment process. We maintain transparent and truthful communication with our clients and candidates, ensuring that job descriptions are accurate, salary information is precise, and candidates receive honest feedback.

RESPECT  |  Whakaute

We hold the value of whakaute close by respecting and valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all our candidates. Our commitment is to treat every individual with respect, regardless of their cultural or personal differences.

INTEGRITY  |  Ngakau Pono

Integrity is at the core of our operations. Our agency upholds strong ethical standards, maintains strict client and candidate confidentiality, and consistently acts with integrity in all interactions and decisions.