Can you tell us the story behind the founding of your business?
Candidex was founded in 2022 by Wayne Sullivan and Chris White. Coming from a background of recruitment within large global organisations we saw an opportunity to create a business that did it our way – simple, honest & direct.
We are a partnership-based agency that strives to truly understand the landscape our clients operate in allowing us to provide a valuable service.
Originally focussed on supporting the Early Childhood Sector across New Zealand we have now expanded to focus on supporting the Professional sectors – covering Engineering, Accounting & Finance, HR & Business Support with this team being led by Marvin Smith.
What sets your business apart from others in the community?
We are 100% New Zealand owned and operated with our head office in Porirua. Servicing clients based all around New Zealand. With a combined 40+ years’ experience we have modelled our approach to recruitment on what we know works. Partnering deeply with a forward planning mentality to how we add value.
We have become experts in project based international recruitment – working hard to help solve some of the talent shortage being felt across New Zealand. We are expanding this expertise into the Professionals sector and are preparing to launch our first project focussed on identifying talented Engineers looking to relocate to New Zealand.
How do you engage with and give back to the local community?
We are very proud to support 3 charities proactively –
- Ronald McDonald House,
- Dancing for Abilities and
- Little Miracles Trust.
We are about to launch a program of work where we partner with Iwi and local community-based organisations to aid youth into the workforce. Watch this space.
What plans do you have for the future growth or development of your business?
We have an ambitious plan for growth within our business with plans underway to continue to grow our client base and internal headcount.
Why did you join the Porirua Chamber of Commerce?
We joined the Chamber as we see it being a valuable mechanism to connect with other local businesses across the region. We value connections and hope to learn more about the great work that businesses in our region are doing whilst also having the opportunity to share our work.
Contact
Marvin Smith
Managing Director – Candidex Professionals
027 230 6066
marvin@candidex.co.nz