I was in Nelson recently, reconnecting with one of New Zealand’s largest seafood processing businesses — a company we supported back in 2022 to design and implement a group pastoral care programme.
Fast forward to today, and their recruitment model has evolved — shifting from the Philippines to Vietnam, and experiencing internal team changes. They brought us back in to refresh the programme to fit their new reality.
What struck me most?
Group relocation isn’t a one-off project for them anymore — it’s now woven into their culture and operational rhythm.
And they’re not alone. Many primary sector businesses in New Zealand rely on international recruitment simply because the local workforce isn’t there. But here’s the question:
Is your business managing group relocation in a way that’s efficient, sustainable, and sets your workers up for success?
At Mobile, our Group Relocation & Pastoral Care Programmes are built to support exactly that. We reduce the admin load on your team and ensure offshore hires are productive, connected, and well looked after.
Here’s what that looks like in action:
🔹 Immigration & Onboarding Coordination
We collaborate with HR teams and immigration partners to manage visa timelines, staged arrivals, and the complex logistics that come with moving people across borders.
🔹 Banking & IRD Numbers Sorted
No one can thrive without the basics. We support new arrivals to get their bank accounts, tax numbers, and admin sorted — fast.
🔹 Safe & Suitable Accommodation
Housing in regional NZ isn’t easy. Our team works with you to source and manage accommodation that meets both budget and wellbeing needs.
🔹 Pastoral Care with Cultural Intelligence
Beyond logistics, we support the emotional side of relocation: orientation, cultural transition, and building a sense of belonging. When workers feel seen and supported — they stay.
Employers tell us this approach reduces churn, improves productivity, and gives managers back their time and focus.
If your business is scaling up offshore recruitment, now’s the time to ensure your pastoral care is keeping pace.
Let’s build a relocation programme that supports your people — and your business.
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand!
Mobile Relocation connects you with what you need to thrive in New Zealand. Contact us today to talk about how we can carry your relocation burden.
If you are a recruiter or HR Professional bringing international talent to NZ Mobile Relocation has a range of settlement support services to suit your candidates and your business - from baseline support to meet Immigration New Zealand’s AEWV Accreditation requirements (Kiwi Launch Pad) through to personalised programmes to support your most valued international employees.
Bridget is a New Zealander who has lived and worked as a diplomat in Singapore and India. After experiencing all facets of the relocation experience, she founded Mobile to work with private individuals moving to NZ and leading local and international businesses bringing in offshore talent.
Source: www.mobile-relocation.com