WAIKATO’S LEADING
Contracting Opportunities
Are you a contractor? We have a constant requirement for contractors in everything from Desktop Support to Test Leads, Business Analysts and Project Coordinators, Project Managers and everything in between.
We can provide you with the contract, sort liaison, negotiations, and everything else to make contracting as simple and easy as possible. Join our list of active contractors below:
Permanent Recruitment
Looking for a new role? Work with us to find the next great step for you in your career.
We have some of the best roles (alot of which never make it to market) available with great companies based across the Waikato, We pride ourselves in working with the best companies, organizations and managed service providers who appreciate their team and ensure that every placement is a good fit.
Want to know more? Get in touch below and join our database of 2000+ IT professionals in the Waikato.
Career Coaching
With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, seeing what is required for all levels of roles, from internships to CIO roles, we can provide Career Coaching to help you progress into your dream role.
Whether it’s making a plan on what additional professional development is required, new position opportunities (either externally and/or internally) or introductions to people we have worked with over the years, this is a great way to take control and fast-track your career.
Say hello to
new opportunities.
progressing your career.
a better workplace.
Burton | Carpenter.
What we do…
We find the best jobs in the best companies and connect you, our great candidates, with them. We work hard to understand who you are, what you are looking for and which companies would best suit you.
We have a database of the best IT talent around the Waikato and work with these people to find opportunities to progress their careers and secure jobs and contracts, a lot of which never make it online to be advertised.
We believe that placing the right person in the right role is always the best option and wouldn’t ever recommend a company we don’t believe would be a great fit.
We work with IT Professionals looking for permanent recruitment, temp recruitment and contracting work and also provide career coaching services for individuals who know where they want to go but aren’t sure how to get there or the best path forward.
Jobs available
Active contractors.
About Us…
Burton | Carpenter is an industry-leading IT recruitment agency in Waikato that was started more than 10 years ago under the name Burton & Associates. In 2023, the business was purchased, and the Burton | Carpenter brand was born, reflecting the new ownership and increased service offering.
We believe it’s the best of both worlds, combining over 30 years of IT experience with a modern way of thinking and energy. We’re passionate about helping our candidates and strive to build long-term relationships with them.
IT professionals on our database.
Happy candidates (and employers).
Current vacancies:
Don’t take our word for it…
“Burton and Associates is one of the best recruitment consulting firms I have ever approached. They fill the gap in the local market by providing the personal touch and professionalism required in this field. Phil is a smart person doing smart work — he assesses the situation, brings his experience and knowledge to the forefront and then is courageous about finding you the right solution. 5 stars.”
Jeff Wilson – Company X














