Mayors Taskforce for Jobs Timaru

Mayors Taskforce for Jobs Timaru We pair up local job seekers with local employers.

At MTFJ Timaru we help people facing a barrier to employment by supporting them into work by upskilling, attaining licenses, qualifications, as well as ongoing pastoral support.

33 people supported into employment across Timaru so far this year.Some came in unsure, some needed a bit of extra suppo...
09/06/2026

33 people supported into employment across Timaru so far this year.
Some came in unsure, some needed a bit of extra support, some just needed someone to back them. Seeing them step into work and find their place has been huge.
Grateful to the employers who partner with us and give opportunities where it matters most!
The mahi continues 💛

What an incredible day at our Careers Expo yesterday i’m still buzzing from it!A huge shoutout to all of the amazing loc...
20/05/2026

What an incredible day at our Careers Expo yesterday i’m still buzzing from it!
A huge shoutout to all of the amazing local businesses who showed up, shared their time, and created real opportunities for exploration for our rangatahi. Your willingness to connect and invest in our young people was invaluable.
And of course, to all the students you were awesome. The curiosity, the questions, the effort put into engaging with employers was so amazing to see.
Events like this remind us just how important it is to bring schools, employers, and our community together. So much potential, so many pathways.
Feeling really proud of what was achieved together 💛

Keen to build real café skills and explore a career in hospitality?In this hands-on course you’ll learn to:✅ Use a comme...
21/04/2026

Keen to build real café skills and explore a career in hospitality?
In this hands-on course you’ll learn to:
✅ Use a commercial espresso machine
✅ Extract espresso and understand what “good coffee” looks like
✅ Steam milk and make a range of café-style drinks
✅ Get an intro to commercial coffee equipment with expert tutors [ara.ac.nz]
📅 14 May 2026
⏰ 9.00am – 4.00pm
📍 Timaru
⏳ 3-day course | Level 2 | 4 credits [ara.ac.nz]
👉 Register / course info here: https://www.ara.ac.nz/products/star/cbsc201-cafe-barista/ [ara.ac.nz]
For further questions, contact Stacey (MTFJ) at [email protected]
or Jackie (Ara) on 0800 242 476

21/04/2026

Local businesses & community groups — we’d love to hear from you!

👷‍♀️👨‍🍳🛠️ Through the Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ), we support people who are keen to gain experience, build confidence, and become work ready.

We’re currently looking for workplaces that may be open to offering short‑term work experience or volunteering opportunities.

✨ Even a small opportunity can make a big difference by helping someone build skills and take their next step toward employment.
💬 If you’re open to a conversation, please send us a message or comment below.

Ngā mihi
Stacey

We’re so proud to support Senituli in securing a new role through Mayors Taskforce for Jobs in partnership with Fresh Po...
16/04/2026

We’re so proud to support Senituli in securing a new role through Mayors Taskforce for Jobs in partnership with Fresh Pork.
This is hard mahi in a demanding environment, and Senituli has stepped into it with commitment and consistency.Thanks to Fresh Pork for backing local talent and providing real opportunities.

MTFJ and the Timaru District Council massive are down at Multi Cultural Festival at Ara today. Come on down for some del...
06/03/2026

MTFJ and the Timaru District Council massive are down at Multi Cultural Festival at Ara today.
Come on down for some delicious food, music and sunshine.Timaru District CouncilMayors Taskforce for Jobs Timaru☀️ 🍲 🤩

🌟 Empowered and Ready — Career Conversations in Timaru! 🌟 Feel Good Friday Post ⭐️ A group of motivated former refugee y...
14/11/2025

🌟 Empowered and Ready — Career Conversations in Timaru! 🌟 Feel Good Friday Post ⭐️

A group of motivated former refugee youth came together this morning, for an inspiring session with Joshua from Timaru District Council’s People & Capabilities team and Chantal Cote, HR Advisor at Barkers of Geraldine.

Together, we explored what employers really look for — from reliability and communication to attitude and initiative. Joshua and Chantal offered practical advice on how to become work-ready and confidently take those first steps into employment.

For those eager to continue their careers, there was thoughtful guidance on upskilling, goal-setting, and navigating professional pathways in Aotearoa.

Massive thanks to Joshua and Chantal for sharing their time, insights, and encouragement. This group is ready to thrive! 💼🌱

20/10/2025

"You have to take these big risks to see what happens."

🌟 Celebrating Success with MTFJ! 🌟On the left, a huge congratulations to Ethen! Over the past few months, Ethen has show...
10/10/2025

🌟 Celebrating Success with MTFJ! 🌟
On the left, a huge congratulations to Ethen! Over the past few months, Ethen has shown incredible resilience, overcoming multiple barriers to secure a new job. Your determination and hard work have truly paid off – we’re so proud of your achievement! 👏
On the right, a big shout-out to Sam, who is about to hit his three-month milestone at Vetta Group! Your commitment and consistency are inspiring, and this is just the beginning of an amazing journey. 💪
✅ These wins remind us why we do what we do – creating opportunities and supporting our rangatahi into meaningful employment.
Drop a comment below to celebrate these awesome achievements! 🎉

👉 Employers – we need you!✅ 25 Years of Impact – Mayors Taskforce for JobsIn 1998, mayors across Aotearoa set a bold goa...
07/10/2025

👉 Employers – we need you!

✅ 25 Years of Impact – Mayors Taskforce for Jobs
In 1998, mayors across Aotearoa set a bold goal: every young person under 25 in work or training. That vision created Mayors Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ) – and today, it’s still transforming lives.
Since 2020, MTFJ has partnered with rural councils to deliver over 5,500 employment opportunities, helping young people into meaningful work and training. It’s about more than jobs – it’s about building futures, reducing social costs, and strengthening communities.
💡 “When young people go off the rails, we find over $500,000 a year to keep them in jail.”
Investing in youth employment is smarter, fairer, and better for everyone.
📅 Featured in Listener Magazine – 27 September 2025

Join us in creating opportunities for local youth. Whether it’s a job placement, training, or mentoring, your support makes a real difference.
📩 Message [email protected] today or visit https://www.mtfj.co.nz/ to learn how you can get involved.

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