Auckland precision car parts manufacturer Dodson joined the EMA three years ago as its business was expanding. Dodson CEO and Managing Director David Sweas talks about how Dodson parts support top racers to achieve world records, and how the EMA helps the company with health and safety, human resources and training.
Pictor Limited is a biotech company based in Auckland that provides accurate and efficient testing of complex and infectious diseases for human and animal health. It’s been preparing for the next stage of growth and has enlisted the help of the EMA’s Managed HR service.
ECL Group is a leading technical services company specialising in fuel systems and technology solutions. To stay on top of the latest legislation and employment relations issues, ECL leans on the EMA’s skilled Legal and Advocacy teams.
By fostering a proactive safety culture, Southern Spars has established itself as an industry leader in workplace health and safety, setting a benchmark for others in high-risk manufacturing environments.
The EMA’s AdviceLine provides a gateway to solutions for Members, with a team of in-house advisors who offer support and answer employment-related questions. Read how Cowley Stanich & Co Ltd wage specialist Megan Hucker uses the service to double-check she is getting it right for her clients.
Auckland Roofcraft’s recent growth has meant it needed to expand its HR offering. For this, it turned to the EMA’s HR Managed Services team. Watch the video to find out how the EMA worked to build out Auckland Roofcraft’s HR capacity.
EMA Learning has partnered with Auckland-based multinational Price Holyoake (NZ) Ltd to tailor a course that produces effective leaders while teaming leaners with a skilled facilitator who can communicate effectively to produce results.
For University of Auckland Infrastructure Manager Pauline Harrington, EMA health and safety facilitator Peter Simunovich’s engaging approach to workplace training was perfectly suited to her work environment.
Tāmaki Health, New Zealand’s largest privately owned healthcare group, wanted a customised course for new leaders or ones without previous training. It turned to the EMA to develop a five-day course of workshops
Bay of Plenty fishing company Pelco and the EMA have built a strong relationship over the years, collaborating on health and safety, HR advice, leadership training and even governance in the export community.
cbm New Zealand is committed to helping prevent sight impairments and support people with disabilities in some of the world’s poorest places, but when it came to developing the local team’s communication and collaboration skills, the organisation turned to the EMA’s skilled Learning team.
From payroll and HR assistance to employment agreements and health and safety training, Auckland outdoor mounting systems manufacturer RailBlaza uses the full range of EMA services.
NZAero’s Stephen Burrows shares some of his thoughts and insights into the company’s export journey, and how the EMA’s Advocacy team assists in breaking down barriers to trade.
The goal of Hanga-Aro-Rau Workforce Development Council to “strengthen the manufacturing, engineering and logistics industries”, is one close to the EMA’s heart.
From saws, boilers and chemicals to forklifts, trucks and loaders, there is no shortage of health and safety risks for New Zealand timber manufacturers. With help from the EMA, Northpine Health and Safety Officer John Lumby tackles these risks.
The remediation, refurbishment and restoration company sought the EMA’s range of services, from AdviceLine, to policy templates as well as tapping the Advocacy, Legal and People Experience teams.
The NZ Metal Roofing Manufacturers Association needed a secretariat to help in reviewing policies, initiatives and programmes. For this, it turned to the EMA’s expert Advocacy and Strategy team.
Members of the Pinnacle network explain how the EMA’s Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa course offered practical, real-life assistance when issues came up at work and at home.
Leadership development with Red Stag Timber
Red Stag is committed to developing capability in its coordinators, supervisors and shift team leaders. For this, it partnered with the EMA’s experienced Learning team.
A strong belief in the benefits of ongoing training and development led wine, beer and spirits merchants Hancocks New Zealand to send their staff on the EMA’s Emerging Team Leader course.
Direct selling has come a long way from the door-knocking salesperson with the perfect patter. The EMA helps the Direct Selling Association of NZ with its regulatory and compliance needs and represents it at a governance level both here and offshore.
Cosmetics NZ needed an experienced Executive Director to handle the association’s regulatory needs. For this, it turned to the EMA’s experienced manufacturing and industry group experts.
Smartcover Finance's HR solution
After taking over car repair financing roadside-assist business Smartcover during the GFC, Dan Bagnall realised he needed some help in the HR department. For this, he turned to the EMA’s AdviceLine.
Resilience training is becoming recognised as an essential skill to live and lead in uncertain times and the EMA has significant expertise in this area, particularly through its expert presenters such as Peter Simunovich.
