Trade Me Jobs reports listing volumes fell 19 per cent in the final quarter of 2025.

Nationwide listings dropped 19 per cent in October to December compared with the previous quarter.

Overall listings were down 3 per cent year-on-year.

Trade Me Head of Jobs Nicole Williams said the figures reflect a winding down as businesses and job seekers shifted focus toward the holiday break.

“While the marginal recovery we noted in spring was encouraging, this year-on-year listings dip of 3 per cent reminds us that the market remains in a period of cautious adjustment,” she said.

Agriculture, fishing and forestry rose 15 per cent year-on-year, automotive increased 14 per cent, and construction and roading lifted 8 per cent.

Healthcare fell 13 per cent, manufacturing and operations dropped 18 per cent, and retail declined 15 per cent.

“Despite healthcare listings and applications per listing falling this quarter, it remains one of our most in-demand categories. Caregiving and nursing roles are especially sought after,” Williams said.

Applications per listing were down 9 per cent on both the previous quarter and year-on-year.

Demand fell 13 per cent in Auckland and 16 per cent in Hamilton year-on-year.

Wellington recorded a 2 per cent increase.

The national average salary remained at $72,820, rising 0.3 per cent year-on-year, compared with a 3.1 per cent inflation rate.

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