WORK READY NZ - Key Persons


Carl Needham

Job Titles:
  • Driving Instructor
As a Driving Instructor I am extremely passionate about the safety of our people on our roads. I have extensive knowledge of the road code and test criteria, I am here to help our whanau in any way I can and to help them gain their licence and become safe drivers. Carl@workready.nz

Chris Topi

Job Titles:
  • Alt Education, Far North

Clive Campbell

Job Titles:
  • Employment / Pathway Solutions Facilitator

Emily Thistlethwaite

Job Titles:
  • Driver Licensing Co - Ordinator
After going straight into mahi from school I realised I wanted to do something where I was helping people every day as well as being able to work in an organised space. I enjoy getting out into nature, exercising, and connecting with my family and friends. I am hoping to gain experience, knowledge, and great memories from the Work Ready team. Emily@workready.nz

Gloria Pedro

Job Titles:
  • Team Leader

Lisa Halvorson

Job Titles:
  • Director
Lisa formed Work Ready in 2015 with the ambition of improving peoples work lives. She instills her can-do attitude into everything she does. Before Work Ready, she was an Operations Manager with one of New Zealand's largest manufacturing corporates. Currently, she is the chairperson for Education to Employment in Northland and Northland Brand of Career Development Association New Zealand. Lisa is an avid walker, hiker, and general life go-getter. LinkedIn Lisa@workready.nz 022 515 5501

Mitchell Collier

Job Titles:
  • Alt Education, Far North

Pauly Selkirk

Job Titles:
  • Driving Instructor
Ko Pauly Selkirk Tōku Ingoa. Originally from Dargaville, I live in Whangarei with my wife Sharlene and I have two adult children. I enjoy hunting, gathering, and camping. I left school at 14 to do a panelbeating apprenticeship, then moved into the dairy industry for 25 years driving milk tankers. I aim to use my drivinng experience to help young adults to be safe drivers while they gain their Class 1 licence. I plan to gain my 0 endorsement to help interested students move into the Heavy Vehicle industry from Class 1 Full to Classes 2-6. Paul@workready.nz

Rachel Miller

Job Titles:
  • Executive Assistant / Administration Support
After a complete career change from the tourism industry, Rachel has adapted her corporate travel background to bring her fabulous customer service skills and vibrant personality to the Work Ready team. Rachel loves her fitness and from time to time a chocolate fish. LinkedIn Rachel@workready.nz 022 564 5322