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Wellington's #1 provider of temporary retail staff

Sidekicker connects thousands of Wellington retail businesses with top-tier temporary customer service staff, retail assistants and more every year.

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10,000+ customers

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1.5m+ shifts completed

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95% fill rate

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We have thousands of Wellington-based retail workers ready to go

Merchandiser

HIRED
Maxime
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4.9
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100

Retail Assistant

HIRED
Lauren
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4.8
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98

Forklift Driver

HIRED
Omar
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4.9
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100

Pick Packer

HIRED
Nelly
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4.7
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98

Customer Service

HIRED
Tahlia
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5.0
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95

Brand Ambassador

HIRED
Max
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4.9
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98

Merchandiser

HIRED

$390

Maxime
Star icon
4.9
Shield icon
100

Retail Assistant

HIRED

$440

Lauren
Star icon
4.8
Shield icon
98

Forklift Driver

HIRED

$683

Omar
Star icon
4.9
Shield icon
100

Pick Packer

HIRED

$568

Nelly
Star icon
4.7
Shield icon
98

Customer Service

HIRED

$476

Tahlia
Star icon
5.0
Shield icon
95

Brand Ambassador

HIRED

$350

Max
Star icon
4.9
Shield icon
98

Merchandiser

HIRED

$390

Maxime
Star icon
4.9
100

Retail Assistant

HIRED

$440

Lauren
Star icon
4.8
98

Forklift Driver

HIRED

$683

Omar
Star icon
4.9
100

Pick Packer

HIRED

$568

Nelly
Star icon
4.7
98

Customer Service

HIRED

$476

Tahlia
Star icon
5.0
95

Brand Ambassador

HIRED

$350

Max
Star icon
4.9
98

Merchandiser

HIRED

$390

Maxime
4.9
100

Retail Assistant

HIRED

$440

Lauren
4.8
98

Forklift Driver

HIRED

$683

Omar
4.9
100

Pick Packer

HIRED

$568

Nelly
4.7
98

Customer Service

HIRED

$476

Tahlia
5.0
95

Brand Ambassador

HIRED

$350

Max
4.9
98
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Certified, efficient & dependable retail team

Detailed vetting 

Each Sidekick undergoes our rigorous screening process, including interviews, document checks, OH&S compliance, and tailored inductions. From pick packers to brand ambassadors, our process guarantees top-notch staff.

Profiles ensure reliability 

Unlike traditional retail staffing agencies in Wellington, you choose who works for you. Our Sidekicks are rated and reviewed after each shift, showcasing their reliability and experience on their profiles.

Talent pools for better retention 

Create talent pools with your favourite Sidekicks and assign shifts directly to them, ensuring consistent, reliable staff.

Quick and simple to use

Industry-leading fill rates

Looking to quickly hire a temporary retail assistant? No problem! Make a request at any time of day or night, and it is instantly sent to available Sidekicks, making our fill rates faster than traditional retail staffing agencies in Wellington. 

You’re in control

Choose to select Sidekicks from available retail staff or have our system do it for you. 

We’re there every step of the way

Our 24/7, 365-day local support team is there to support you, whenever you need it. 

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Lower costs, higher value 

Save 30% on retail staffing fees 

Unlike traditional retail staffing agencies in Wellington, we don’t maintain a branch network or depend on recruiters for all your needs. Our innovative approach lets us pass the savings to you.

Control your costs 

Our pricing engine allows you to set the rates for your retail workers.

Enhanced compliance 

Digital compliance systems ensure your staff are qualified, safe to work, and compensated correctly.

Gain access to skills tested Sidekicks, like the ones below!

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Sidekicker services businesses in a growing number of cities across New Zealand

Don't take our word on it

Sidekicker assists local retail businesses in Wellington in meeting the changing needs for staff with a top-tier workforce, powerful tools, real-time data, and actionable insights.

Sidekicker has revolutionised our ability to meet the needs of our teams, stores, and customers.

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Sidekicker has always made it quick and easy to manage our need for casual staff

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Frequently asked questions

How does pricing work?

Sidekicker charges a service fee on top of the hourly rate to the worker, superannuation and other statutory charges. Pricing is clearly stated before you submit your booking request.If you have large or recurring needs we can offer custom pricing. We often find we can save our customers up to 30% compared to traditional temporary staffing agencies.

Can you work with large complex workforces?

Yes! Sidekicker works with some of the largest businesses in the industry. We can customise our delivery and platform to suit your needs whether it be for 20 Sidekicks or 200.

How do you pre-screen staff?

All temporary staff are screened by our specialist onboarding team and must create a detailed profile listing their experience and any certifications. Unlike a traditional temporary staffing agency you are able to see all of this information before accepting them onto your premise.

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