Effective Date: Immediately upon submission of worker request
1Introduction
Welcome to Kiwi WorkConnect! We're glad you're considering our service to help you find seasonal workers.
These Terms and Conditions explain how our service works, what you're paying for, and what to expect. We believe in being completely transparent, so please read this carefully before submitting a worker request.
The Bottom Line
Kiwi WorkConnect is a connection service that finds and introduces you to qualified working holiday makers. We're not an employment agency, and we don't manage placements. You pay for our work connecting you with candidates, not for placement guarantees.
2What Kiwi WorkConnect Does
2.1 Our Service
Kiwi WorkConnect provides a labour connection service. Specifically, we:
- Maintain a database of working holiday makers actively seeking seasonal work in New Zealand
- Screen travelers to ensure they have appropriate visas and availability
- Match employers with travelers based on location, dates, and work type
- Facilitate introductions by connecting travelers directly with your opportunity
- Provide travelers with your contact details so they can apply to you directly
2.2 What We Don't Do
To be absolutely clear, Kiwi WorkConnect does NOT:
- ❌ Act as an employer
- ❌ Guarantee placements or hires
- ❌ Manage employment relationships
- ❌ Handle payroll, contracts, or taxes
- ❌ Supervise workers on your property
- ❌ Process visa applications
- ❌ Provide accommodation
You are the employer. All employment relationships, contracts, and legal obligations are solely between you and the workers you choose to hire.
3Pricing & Billing Model
3.1 Our Fee Structure
Our fee is $1.05 per person per hour (including GST), calculated as:
Calculation Formula:
Number of Candidates Introduced × 40 hours/week × Duration in Weeks × $1.05
3.2 What You're Paying For
When you pay our fee, you're paying for the connection service, which includes:
- Database Access: We've built and maintain a database of pre-screened working holiday makers
- Matching Service: We identify travelers who match your specific requirements (location, dates, availability)
- Introduction Service: We connect qualified candidates with your opportunity via direct email
- Contact Facilitation: We provide candidates with your contact details so they can apply directly to you
Important: What Triggers the Fee
Fees become due when we connect qualified candidates with your opportunity.
You are paying for the connection service and introductions, not for a placement guarantee. Payment is required regardless of whether you ultimately hire the candidates we introduce to you.
Why? Because we've already done the work of finding, screening, and connecting those candidates to your job opportunity.
3.3 Fair Use Policy
We will connect you with qualified candidates based on your request:
- If you request 5 workers and we have 8 qualified candidates, we'll send all 8
- If you request 10 workers and we have 6 qualified candidates, we'll send all 6
- We typically aim to send between 1× to 2× your requested number to give you good choice
Your invoice will be based on the actual number of candidates we connect you with, capped at a reasonable multiple of your request.
3.4 Pricing Examples
| Your Request | Candidates We Send | Duration | Calculation | Your Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 workers | 8 qualified candidates | 8 weeks | 8 × 40 × 8 × $1.05 | $2,688 |
| 3 workers | 5 qualified candidates | 12 weeks | 5 × 40 × 12 × $1.05 | $2,520 |
| 10 workers | 12 qualified candidates | 6 weeks | 12 × 40 × 6 × $1.05 | $3,024 |
| 2 workers | 2 qualified candidates | 4 weeks | 2 × 40 × 4 × $1.05 | $336 |
3.5 Payment Terms
- Invoice Date: We will invoice you within 48 hours of connecting candidates with your opportunity
- Payment Due: Payment is due within 7 days of invoice date
- Payment Methods: Bank transfer (details on invoice)
4Why This Is a Great Deal
Value Comparison
Let's compare our service to traditional recruitment:
| Service Type | Typical Cost | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Recruitment Agency | 15-25% of annual salary ($6,000-$10,000+ per placement) |
One placement |
| Temp Agency | $5-$10 markup per hour ($8,000-$16,000 for 8-week placement) |
Workers on their books, you pay premium hourly rate |
| Job Board Advertising | $500-$2,000 per posting | Ad placement, you screen all applicants yourself |
| Kiwi WorkConnect | $1,680-$3,000 for 5-8 introductions | Pre-screened qualified candidates, direct hire, no ongoing fees |
Key Benefits:
- One-Time Fee: No ongoing costs, markups, or percentage cuts
- Pre-Screened Candidates: All travelers have valid visas and are actively seeking work
- Direct Hire: You hire workers directly, set your own pay rates and terms
- Fast Results: Candidates contact you within hours of our introduction
- Multiple Candidates: You get choice and can interview several people
- Transparent Pricing: You know the exact cost upfront
Real Example:
Scenario: You need 5 kiwifruit pickers for 8 weeks at $27/hour.
With a Temp Agency:
- Agency charges you $32/hour (you pay the $5 markup)
- Cost: 5 workers × 40 hrs × 8 weeks × $32 = $51,200
- Workers get $27/hr, agency keeps $5/hr = $8,000 markup
With Kiwi WorkConnect:
- We send you 8 qualified candidates
- You hire 5 at $27/hour direct
- Our fee: 8 × 40 × 8 × $1.05 = $2,688
- Your total cost: (5 × 40 × 8 × $27) + $2,688 = $45,888
- You save: $5,312!
5Your Responsibilities as Employer
When you hire workers through Kiwi WorkConnect, you are the employer. This means you are solely responsible for:
5.1 Legal Compliance
- Verifying each worker's visa status and right to work in New Zealand
- Complying with all NZ employment law including minimum wage, breaks, and leave entitlements
- Providing written employment agreements
- Meeting Health & Safety at Work Act 2015 obligations
- ACC employer obligations and levies
- PAYE tax deductions and employer contributions
5.2 Day-to-Day Management
- Interviewing and selecting which candidates to hire
- Setting pay rates, hours, and working conditions
- Providing adequate training and supervision
- Managing workplace issues and performance
- Handling any employment disputes or grievances
Important Legal Notice
Kiwi WorkConnect is NOT liable for any employment disputes, workplace accidents, visa issues, or other matters between you and workers you hire. Our service ends when we make the introduction.
6Service Limitations & No Guarantees
6.1 No Placement Guarantees
We cannot and do not guarantee:
- That you will hire any or all candidates we introduce
- That candidates will accept your job offer
- That candidates will complete the full duration of work
- The work performance or reliability of any candidate
- That candidates' visa or circumstances won't change
6.2 What We CAN Promise
What we DO guarantee:
- All candidates sent to you are active in our database and seeking work
- All candidates match your location and date requirements
- All candidates have indicated they hold appropriate working visas
- We will send you at least the number of candidates you requested (if available in our database)
6.3 Database Availability
If we have NO qualified candidates matching your requirements at the time of your request:
- We will notify you immediately
- No fee will be charged
- We can either cancel your request or keep it on file for future matches
7Acceptance of Terms
By submitting a worker request through our website, you confirm that:
- You have read and understood these Terms and Conditions
- You agree to our pricing model and payment terms
- You understand that you are the employer and accept all associated responsibilities
- You understand that our fee is for connection services, not placement guarantees
- You agree to pay our invoice within 7 days of receiving candidate introductions
Confirmation
When you tick the checkbox on our request form and click "Submit Request", you are entering into a binding agreement with Kiwi WorkConnect under these Terms and Conditions.
8Questions or Concerns?
We believe in transparency and good communication. If you have any questions about:
- How our service works
- Our pricing model
- Your specific request
- Billing or invoices
Please contact us BEFORE submitting your request:
- Email: info@whvnz.com
- Phone: +64 21 237 2596
We're happy to discuss your needs and explain how our service works.
In Summary
Kiwi WorkConnect provides a valuable, cost-effective service that saves you time and money compared to traditional recruitment.
You pay for: Our work finding and connecting qualified candidates to your opportunity
You get: Direct contact with pre-screened working holiday makers ready to work
You control: Who to hire, pay rates, working conditions, and all employment decisions
This model is fair, transparent, and delivers great value.
Kiwi WorkConnect
Labour Connection Service
Email: info@whvnz.com | Phone: +64 21 237 2596
Terms & Conditions last updated: February 2025