In an industry where time equals money, South Island dairy farmers should be turning to specialised recruitment services to nd the right sta for their businesses, says Paula Hems, owner and operator of Rural People Ltd. She believes farmers should not be intimidated by using recruiters despite some negative perceptions in the sector. "Over the years there have been a lot of negative feedback of the recruitment industry due to some bad apples giving the rest of us a bad name. That's why it's important to use an experienced and respected recruiter. Our client testimonials show we do what we say we will do," explains Paula. With over 30 years of experience in Human Resources and Recruitment, Paula has built Rural People into a trusted name across the South Island dairy industry. Now in its ninth year of operation, the company specialises in matching the right candidates with farms, saving farmers the considerable time and e ort involved in recruitment. "Farmers want to save time and money, and using a recruiter can help them do just that," says Paula. "Retention is cheaper than recruitment so getting that right sta member really counts. If you get the right person who stays in your business, that more than pays for a recruitment service." What sets Rural People apart from other recruitment companies is Paula’s commitment to long-term relationship, she o ers a three-month guarantee on placements, replacing candidates free of charge if things don't work out in that timeframe. "I like to see myself as an extension of my clients’ businesses," says Paula. "I not only nd them the right people but I stay in touch afterwards. It's all about relationships. With Rural People clients get fantastic rst-hand experience, excellent ongoing support and a great service." Paula’s personalised approach means recruitment is tailored to each farm's speci c environment, team dynamics and operational needs. Rural People's services include but are not limited to, employment contracts, job descriptions, immigration paperwork if required, HR and ongoing support. As Paula explains, many farmers simply don't have the time to manage the recruitment process themselves, especially if it involves immigration matters. "For example at the moment I can easily receive 90 plus applicants for each advert and all those people need to be assessed properly. That's a lot of time for a busy farmer who has a farm to run." Working alongside a licensed immigration advisor, Paula can provide comprehensive support for farmers who need to navigate complex immigration processes. It's no surprise that most of Rural People's business comes through word of mouth rather than marketing, testament to the reputation Paula has built. Paula works with farmers across the South Island, with Paula planning a campervan tour in October to visit existing clients and meet potential new ones. "I have built strong relationships with my clients. Some even become good friends. I treat people the way I would want to be treated, and I trust farmers really value that." The right staff for the job RURAL PEOPLE FINDING RURAL PEOPLE Finding the right person isn’t just about matching a skill set, it’s about ensuring that the new person is going to fit in with your team. When we find the right person our service includes employment contract, job description, immigration paperwork (if required) and labour market testing. We will continually work with you to ensure the employees smooth transition into your workplace. With Rural People you will get fantastic first hand experience, excellent ongoing support and a great service. Recruitment Immigration HR Service PAULA HEMS Owner / Operator, Rural People Ltd Get In Touch 027 511 8814 paula@ruralpeople.co.nz ruralpeople.co.nz
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