Track Me Back, the New Zealand website that connects Kiwi expats with local employers, is reporting a sharp surge in interest.

“We’ve seen a steep increase in inquiries from Kiwis overseas since January. Our visitor traffic has doubled from that of March last year,” general manager Stuart Maxwell says.

Expat Kiwis are looking for more information on the employment market. But Maxwell warns New Zealand employers that Australia is just as appealing to these mobile workers.

“Australia has been more proactive in sourcing this talent, which indicates that Australian employers still face real talent and skill shortages.”