Employers
The Facts
- There are more than 1.5 million people in NZ over 50.
- Our population, and thus the workforce, is getting older. The next generation of older people will live longer, stay healthier, and be more educated. They are much more likely to remain in the workforce – and they want to.
- There are fewer younger workers coming through.
- Skills and labour shortages are becoming increasingly acute.
Seniors at Work quietly and consistently strives to keep the door open to employment for mature workers doing a lot of legwork. I would say a 'must follow' for any mature person who wishes to continue working - and are you able to contribute to this worthwhile yet undervalued service? Know of a worthy employer, a job going - this is the place to bring such gems
unsolicited feedback, Susan Sutcliffe, May 2020
Why consider Seniors — benefits for employers
- We have a chance to successfully manage the workforce now and in the future
- Just think about it - someone turning 50 can potentially offer an employer 15-20 years of quality work with so much experience, skills and maturity. That's not a bad equation and opportunity is it??
- Older workers have much to give including their skill sets, experience, knowledge, maturity, reliability and work ethic. They are seen as productive and hard-working, and better in a crisis.
- Seniors have industry connections accumulated over the course of their careers. These are irreplaceable assets that provide inherent value to employers.
- They are realistic about pay with expected rates comparable to those between the ages of 25-50 years, and are open to full-time, part-time and contract positions.
- There are so many benefits to employers in unlocking the potential of our ageing workforce – these include increasing skills, productivity and knowledge in their organisations and in turn, filling skill and labour shortfalls.
If your organisation is urgently looking to fill a position, search our Profile Register of experienced, work-ready job seekers who are available for an immediate start.
Older workers employment toolkit
(NB: above link goes directly to the MBIE Toolkit website)
Three reasons to hire older workers
Businesses can benefit from employing older people because they bring a strong work ethic, positive attitude and can boost workplace productivity by passing on important skills and knowledge to your team.
They’re loyal, reliable and stay in jobs longer
Older workers are motivated to continue earning as they are more likely to have financial commitments and families to support, which means they tend to stay in jobs longer.
They bring experience and skills
Older workers can provide a wealth of knowledge and skills that come with their lifetime of work experience. They can share their knowledge with younger team mates, helping boost productivity.
They create a diverse workplace
Having employees of different ages provides a balanced workplace, with a range of viewpoints, problem-solving skills, attitudes, and ideas.
Flexibility
Flexible work options have become more common over recent times. Learn how flexibility in your workplace can be good for your business and your staff.
Training and learning
Workers of all ages benefit from continuing to learn – it’s also good for business.
Let's make a difference
If you have an upcoming work opportunity or project, small or large, which might be suitable for the knowledge and reliability of the 50 pluses, please consider this jobsite to promote that work opportunity.
Diversity within the workplace - it’s a given that there’s a huge value of having a diverse workforce, and it’s up to leadership and employers to be accepting of having employees that are different in their own way, whether by gender, cultural background, age and lifestyle, and ensuring that businesses really are representing their customer base.
Having older workers is a key component of a diverse workforce.
