Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

1.1 TempJobs ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting and maintaining the privacy, accuracy, and security of your personal information.

1.2 This Privacy Policy sets out details of how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information. By accessing and using our services and app, you consent to the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with this policy.

2. How We Collect Your Information

2.1 We will only collect personal information relevant to our business relationship with you. The personal information we collect may include:

• Your name
• Address
• Telephone numbers
• Email address
• Date of birth
• Photograph
• Education and employment history
• Other CV-related content
• Bank account details

2.2 We collect this information directly from you when you:

• Register to use our services (including completing any form)
• Use our services
• Communicate or interact with us by email, telephone, or otherwise

2.3 We may also collect or obtain personal information:

• That you clearly choose to make public, including on social media platforms such as LinkedIn and Facebook
• From authorised third parties such as referees, researchers, credit reference agencies, and law enforcement agencies (including references, results from referees or former employers, competency or medical tests, and background checks such as credit and criminal record checks)

2.4 We may also collect aggregated information generated by our system, which tracks your use of our services but does not personally identify you.

2.5 You may choose not to provide us with any information, but this may affect our ability to provide you with our services.

2.6 You are required to keep us informed of any changes to your information to ensure proper administrative processes.

3. Cookies

3.1 Our app uses server logs and web analytic tools (such as “cookies”). Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your device by websites or apps you visit.

3.2 When you use our app, these tools collect information such as:

• The browser and operating system you use
• The IP address of your device
• Search terms
• Your location
• Content viewed on the app

3.3 You can set your browser to block all cookies, including those associated with our app, or to indicate when a cookie is being set. However, doing so may prevent access to all features of the app.

4. How We Use Your Information

• Verify your identity and application details
• Provide our services to you (e.g., in connection with work placements or career guidance)
• Communicate with you about work opportunities, events, or updates
• Maintain your account and carry out business operations such as planning, training, and research
• Enforce our agreement with you
• Fulfil legal obligations (e.g., disclosures to law enforcement or the courts)
• Any other related purpose connected with the above

We may also use non-personal information to assess how clients and candidates use our services, improve our services, and conduct marketing activities. You may opt out at any time by emailing us.

5. Who Will Use Your Information

5.1 We generally do not share your personal information with others unless necessary for the purpose for which you provided it.

5.2 We may be required to disclose your information to comply with legal or regulatory obligations. Where possible, we will notify you unless legally prohibited.

5.3 We may disclose your personal information to the following third parties or their agents:

• Prospective employers and referees
• Third-party service providers
• Our related entities
• Government departments or law enforcement agencies
• Liquidators, administrators, or others administering your financial affairs
• Debt collection services or credit reporting agencies

5.4 Some of these third parties may be located overseas. Where information is transferred outside New Zealand, we will ensure it is protected to the same standard as in New Zealand, or obtain your consent.

5.5 We may also disclose, sell, or transfer non-personal, aggregated information to third parties.

6. Your Information Is Secure

• Restricting access to authorised staff or service providers only
• Not retaining your information longer than necessary, unless legally required
• Taking steps, with your help, to keep your personal information accurate, complete, and up to date

7. Advertising and Third-Party Links

Our app may contain links to advertisements or third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these sites and recommend reviewing their privacy policies before use.

8. Access to Your Information

You have the right to access most personal information we hold about you and request corrections, subject to exceptions. You may request access by emailing us.

9. What to Do If You Think We Have Made an Error

If you believe we have made an error, please email us. We will attempt to correct it as soon as reasonably practicable.

10. Questions and Complaints

If you have a question or complaint regarding how we have handled your personal information, please contact us via email. In the unlikely event of a suspected or actual privacy breach, we will investigate and notify you and the Privacy Commissioner if serious harm is likely.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy at any time by publishing the amended version on our app. We will endeavour to inform you of material changes via email or a notice on the app.