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Owen · 21d ago

inFinding a job

The job market is brutal. I’ve applied to roles since October some with zero responses. AI screening systems reject qualified candidates who lack specific keywords, creating a frustrating catch 22. HR gets overwhelmed with applications, so they rely on poorly programmed AI that doesn’t truly understand qualifications. You almost need AI to write your CV/cover letter just to get past AI screening. It feels hopeless when algorithms, not people, decide your fate before anyone reads your application

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Jason · 16d ago

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would be a great idea for employers to email applicants if they have the job or not, I have been in the building industry for 35years but had to retire from putting the tool belt on after 12years off running my own building company, business to project or be a site manager for any company, I have applied a dozen times and have not received a reply back

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SEEK Admin · 1 Dec 2025

inFinding a job

Looking for your next role? Job hunting takes time, and we’re here to help you get one step closer. Tell us in 30 words or less what your ideal job match looks like by sharing: 🎯 Your dream role 📍Where you’d love to work 💰Your ideal salary range Drop it below and we’ll see what we can find for you. You might just discover your #bestjobmatch 👀 If you’ve got the right to live and work in Australia or New Zealand, you’re in the right place to find what fits!

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Mich · 17 Nov 2025

inFinding a job

Feeling anxious and overwhelmed... job hunting in NZ is impossible! So far, I’ve only managed to do one short-term labouring contract. Honestly, it feels like there are hardly any jobs out there. Is there any advice on how to get a permanent job?

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Nikai-deen · 21d ago

inFinding a job

Not sure but do we need to go into the stores that we apply for and hand in a resume aswell as apply online… ive gotten nothing back from anyone yet theyre “desperate” and “eager” for new employees…. and its suggested that im a “strong applicant” im just stuck.

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SEEK Admin · 3d ago

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Looking for your next role? Job hunting takes time, and we’re here to help you get one step closer. Tell us in 30 words or less what your ideal job match looks like by sharing: 🎯 Your dream role 📍 Your location 💰 Your ideal salary Drop it below and we’ll see what we can find for you. You might just discover your #bestjobmatch 👀 If you’ve got the right to live and work in Australia or New Zealand, you’re in the right place to find what fits!

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Simone · 26 Jan 2026

inFinding a job

Ive been applying for more than 200 jobs under 2 weeks. even added in notes i am willing to relocate for full time work and still no call backs. Advertisers demand skills and experience but dont end up using your skills or experience as they have their own system and ways of doing the job so i dont understand why they demand "must be experienced or skilled" when they end up training you different to your past work background. job hunting in NZ is such a struggle.

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Mila · 24d ago

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I’ve never seen the NZ job market this bad before!! People with real skills and experience are losing their jobs or stuck taking gig work just to pay the bills. Others are applying again and again, doing everything right, and still no replies at all..... We hear the market is getting better, but jobs are disappearing and the people still working are stretched thin. So is this just a hard phase we have to get through or is this the new normal here??

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Angela · 23 Jan 2026

inFinding a job

Trying to find a job when you’re a neuro divergent person is really hard. I wish I was given the opportunity to show you how awesome I am!! I care 1000 times more than the average person & im fiercely loyal. I want to work hard & be happy. I also need to fund my animals lifestyle.

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Kayden · 1d ago

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i’ve been applying for so many jobs on here i just hear nothing back i’ve filled out everything and i have no criminal history or medical history and i still hear nothing back