Our Team

RecruitMate – Our Team

Our Team

RANGA LASANTHA

Ranga Lasantha, an IT professional originally from Sri Lanka, is the founder of RecruitMate. He arrived in NZ in 2011 and after graduating, he moved to Gisborne for employment.

While there, Ranga met some Sri Lankans who were working at a truck-stop company. The company had sourced the employees directly, albeit with a number of challenges in the process. This was Ranga’s lightbulb moment. He realized how beneficial it would be for NZ companies to partner with a NZ based recruitment migration service, led by an experienced professional with strong ties to the migrant community.

And so the idea was born,the company launched in 2015, we initially sourced talents to the automotive industry. Today we have been able to expand our services across automotive, manufacturing, engineering and construction industries with the rising demand in the talent sourcing market. With a team of talent search specialists and recruitment professionals who have experience in the sectors we operate in, our aim is to locate and source the best of the best when it comes to professionals. We are heavy on research, market intelligence and profiling and follow a proven process that meets the industry and compliance standards to select the right talent for the right job opportunity.

The company has always operated on our core values, such as a strong work ethic, professionalism, and the idea of going above and beyond to serve our clients.

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SATHIYATHARSHINY MURALIDARAN

SOLICITOR
L.L.B, L.L.M.

Sathiya is a New Zealand and Sri Lankan qualified lawyer and she is working for Kannangara Thomson as a Solicitor. Sathiya will be handling all our work visa applications and attending to the related inquiries in relation to New Zealand Immigration.

She rendered her service as a lecturer in law and visiting lecturer at two Universities in Sri Lanka. Sathiya also had two years working experience as a Lawyer at the Securities Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka which is the sole regulatory body for the Securities Market in Sri Lanka.

She joined Kannangara Thomson in October 2012 after migrating to New Zealand in the same year and was admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand in 2015.

Sathiya is specialized in residential conveyancing, Immigration, Wills, Trusts & Enduring Powers of Attorney.

Sathiya treasures her time with her son. In her spare time she enjoys dancing Bharatanatyam (Classical Indian Dance), listening to music, painting, gardening and cooking.

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MIN MARSHALL

MIN MARSHALL- MBA, GCNZIA, PgDipMgtSt, BCom
licensed Immigration Adviser
IAA number-201500476

Min Marshall became a licensed immigration adviser in 2015. As a migrant who has lived in New Zealand for more than 40 years, she has always been interested in NZ immigration. She has provided immigration advice to hundreds of migrant workers and international students. Min has an excellent understanding of immigration policies and, over the years, has seen the changes and trends in temporary and permanent migration to New Zealand.

Min arrived in New Zealand with a Commerce degree and has attended Waikato University for her Post Graduate Diploma in Management Studies and Master of Business Administration. She also completed her Graduate Certificate in NZ Immigration Advice at the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic (now Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology).

Min keeps abreast of the ever-changing NZ immigration policies. At the same time, she enjoys the challenges and complexities of various types of visa applications. She puts herself in the shoes of a migrant and knows how it feels to move to a new country, whether they are coming to New Zealand to study, work or settle permanently. She cherishes her role as an immigration adviser and celebrates every successful outcome.

Family is vital to Min, and she loves spending time with them. She also enjoys gardening and cooking in her spare time.

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SAMA KANDASAMY

LLM , MA
Licensed Immigration Adviser
IAA Number-201800949

Originally from Malaysia, Samarasan (Sama) Kandasamy came to New Zealand in 2004. Prior to coming to New Zealand, Sama gained production and quality control work experience having worked in various manufacturing industries in Malaysia for many years.

Fascination for laws and languages motivated him to study laws and Linguistics. He completed a Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s in Law and later a Master of Arts degree in applied Linguistics at the University of Waikato. After completing his studies, Sama briefly taught legal studies in Malaysia and later volunteered to teach English to new migrants to help them settle in New Zealand.

Sama’s legal background and exposure to migrant issues provided him interest in immigration matters. This motivated Sama to complete a Graduate Diploma in NZ Immigration Advice.

With previous experience in helping migrants, exposures to manufacturing industries coupled with legal background, Sama is in a good position to assist potential migrant workers and their family with their immigration needs.

OUR TESTIMONIALS

What employers say about us

We employed the services of Automotive Recruitment to employ our most recent technician here at Burgers Motor Works. The process was easy and we couldn’t be happier with Pavithre and his ability and attitude.

I would have no reservations in recommending Automotive Recruitment to anyone looking for a skilled quality employee.

- Jamie McDonald | DirectorBurgers Motor Works-Auckland

I would have no reservations in recommending Automotive Recruitment to anyone looking for a skilled quality employee.

- Jamie McDonald | DirectorBurgers Motor Works-Auckland

Earlier this year, we engaged the services of Automotive Recruitment Ltd to fill qualified technician vacancies, that we were unable to fill within New Zealand. The process was incredibly simple, yet very professionally managed by Automotive Recruitment Ltd. ARL sought detailed information from us on the type of technician that we were after, required skill sets and experience levels. We were subsequently presented with a number of very well put together CVs and selected a short list from which we conducted web-based interviews. We selected the two technicians that best suited us and other than completing a small amount of documentation, Automotive recruitment team did the rest.

We couldn’t be happier with our two new team members and the quality of their work and their work ethic, are an example to everyone in this business. After less than one month with us, one of the lads asked if it was ok if he bought his wife and son to New Zealand to live permanently. How great is that. Thank you Automotive Recruitment Ltd.

- Newport Auto ElectricalMark Woodard | Business Manager, Newport Auto Electrical

We are really looking forward to Meeting and have Ruwan on the team, also I’m pleased that the recent local and overseas events have not affected his decision to come to our country, it show’s his courage to undertake such a challenge when there is so much at stake.

Thanks again Automotive Recruitment Ltd for the efficient and professional service provided I would not hesitate to recommend your service to anyone looking at recruiting from overseas.

- Armstrong Prestige Wellington | John Holder Service Manager Armstrong Prestige

We have been dealing with Automotive Recruitment for the sourcing of any skilled automotive technicians. We have found Automotive Recruitment staff to be professional and very helpful. The two technicians we have found through Automotive Recruitment Ltd are skilled and also team players.

Definitely we recommend Automotive Recruitment to other companies/dealerships

- George Stathokostas | Service Manager King Toyota Lower Hutt

Brown Bros (NZ) Ltd was referred to Ranga at Automotive Services by a colleague to find a mechanic for our workshop.

I found Ranga to be very helpful and friendly and he provided us with good quality experienced applicants.

The whole process was professionally handled and very simple. Ranga assisted with all the necessary paperwork and guided us through the whole process.

I would have no hesitation in recommending Ranga or using his services in the future.

- Brown Bros (NZ) Ltd | HamiltonKelly Brown – General Manager

We have been dealing with Ranga from Automotive Recruitment this year to resolve the severe skill shortage we have experienced in our workshop. The service that was supplied to us was first class and we would not hesitate to recommend them to other companies working in the Automotive sector.
Ranga delivered on everything he promised including organizing the recruitment process, the application for Visa’s and the travel and settling in of the staff. The quality of the staff is exactly at the level that was expected and we could not be happier with our decision to deal with Ranga for this recruitment.

- Bryce Woodward | CEONorthland Toyota

I would have no hesitation in recommending Ranga from Automotive Recruitment Ltd for the sourcing of any skilled automotive employees that you may require.

I personally have found Ranga very helpful and professional throughout the whole process from the interviewing stages over Skype to the application and issuing of the work permits.I have been very happy with both of the Technicians that Ranga have placed into our business and would certainly not hesitate to use Automotive Recruitment Ltd once again going forward

- Paul Fiebiger | Aftersales Manager ,Ebbett Pukekohe

Wayne Scott Panelbeaters & Spraypainters Limited fully recommend Ranga Automotive Recruitment New Zealand.
His expertise at supplying skilled staff in an Industry with a shortage of available trained labour, has been invaluable. Documentation including qualifications, references were all professionally and accurately provided.We would definitely use and recommend Ranga for any future employment negotiations.

- Wayne Scott & Paula Scott | Wayne Scott Panelbeaters & Spraypainters Ltd

It has been very easy to source much needed staff through them and we are very happy with the Staff they have provided for us.The paper work is very easy and the wait is only the 8 weeks.Thank you.

- Tyler Schwalger | Turners Panel beatingAuckland Chairman NZ Collision Repair Association

We have been using Ranga at Automotive Recruitment ltd for nearly two years now. He has been able to supply us with a number of quality, well screened applicants over this time who have been a great asset to our company.Ranga has helped us along the way making it an easy process to recruit from overseas.

- Greg Joynt | General ManagerHauraki Panel & Paint

We have been dealing with Ranga at Automotive Recruitment for 2 years now and have found his services to be very professional. He has worked tirelessly to fulfil our staffing requirements and his willingness to help us has exceeded our expectations. What we thought was going to be a daunting task has been made so easy by Ranga doing such a great job.

- Wairarapa Diesel Services | Managing Director - Jennifer Ward

We have employed the services of Automotive Recruitment Ltd to help us find a qualified mechanic for our business in the Wairarapa. We have no hesitation in recommending them and would use them again if we have the need for future staff. Great helpful and friendly service – Many thanks.

- Steve Lines | Managing Director - Bodyline panel beaters and painters ltd

I find Automotive Recruitment to offer a good level of skilled technicians with Franchise training that meets our requirements.
The successful applicants we have sourced through Ranga thus far, have not disappointed, and we will continue to source highly skilled staff through him in the future.

Ranga himself offers an efficient and friendly service never failing to deliver.

I would recommend anyone struggling to find good onshore franchised factory trained technicians to get in touch with Ranga.

- Brian Heron | Holden/Mazda Service ManagerMax Pennington’s Auto City

He guided us seamlessly through the whole process and we are very happy with the new tradesmen we have now employed through him.

Ian TeggPrima Panelbeaters & Manukau Collision Repairs
I found Ranga at Automotive Recruitment ltd very professional and easy to deal with.
I will definitely be using them again for future recruitment.

- Nick Brotherson | Service ManagerFord & MazdaNorth Harbour

Our company has used Automotive Recruitment on several occasions when looking for skilled new employees. All employees to date have been of a high standard. Ranga has provided a professional and well manged service. I wouldn’t hesitate in using his services again or recommending him.

- Nigel Tipler | Service ManagerNISSANGiltrap

After months of attempting to hire a panel beater, and having no luck, we employed the services of RecruitMate to help us find a qualified candidate. Within days they had supplied us with a number of trained and experienced applicants. RecruitMate made the recruitment, interviewing, and visa application process swift and easy. We couldn’t be happier with our new employee, and he has become a valuable member of our team. We will be using RecruitMate services in the future and would recommend their services to anyone in the industry.

- Tom Johnston | Director, Mt Maunganui Collision Repairs