Industrial & Manufacturing
Workforce solutions for warehouses, factories, and high-demand sites.
Industrial Workforce Solutions
Built to handle demand without compromising fit.
Seasonal spikes and project-driven demand are a constant in industrial environments, whether you’re operating in food and beverage, warehousing, engineering, fabrication, or general manufacturing. Scaling quickly without compromising quality is where most operations feel the pressure.
You need people who can step into your environment, follow process, and contribute from day one. That means vetting aligned to how your site runs, not a generic checklist, and selecting workers based on the personal and physical attributes needed to succeed and become an extended part of your team.
With a founder-led approach, you’re dealing directly with people who understand these environments and stay accountable throughout the process. A lean structure keeps things efficient and cost-effective, without compromising the quality of placement.
- Scalable With You
- Full Placement Support
- Rapid Deployment
Delivery Models
Flexible staffing support for your operation
Our services are designed to give you flexible access to reliable workers, whether you need immediate coverage, long-term hires, or strategic support to strengthen your workforce.
Relief Staffing & Skilled Workforce Solutions
When production schedules shift, orders spike, or staff call in sick, downtime isn’t an option. Driveforce supplies reliable, work-ready labour across manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution environments to keep your operation moving. From forklift operators and pick/pack teams to dispatch staff and general labour, we provide workers who understand fast-paced industrial environments. And when demand fluctuates, our scalable workforce model means you can quickly increase capacity during busy periods and scale back when things stabilise.
Permanent Skilled Recruitment
Hiring the wrong person can disrupt production, slow teams down, and create costly turnover. Driveforce focuses on recruiting people who not only meet the technical requirements of the role but are also suited to the pace, safety expectations, and culture of industrial workplaces. Every candidate is assessed for reliability, practical capability, and long-term fit. Our goal isn’t simply to fill vacancies — it’s to place people who will strengthen your team and stay.
Additional Workforce Support
Beyond supplying workers, Driveforce partners with industrial businesses to help improve how their workforce operates. With extensive experience across logistics, warehousing, and production environments, we can support you in planning workforce structure, improving shift coverage, and managing peak demand periods more effectively. Whether you need guidance on staffing models, workforce planning, or simply an experienced partner to discuss operational challenges with, we’re here to help you get more from your workforce.
Vetting and Placement
A vetting process aligned to your operation.
Every placement starts with a vetting process tailored to how your operation runs. Requirements are defined upfront and screening is aligned to your site, your standards, and the realities of the role, not a one-size-fits-all checklist.
This ensures workers arrive prepared, compliant, and suited to the environment they’re stepping into.
- Reference ChecksVerifying reliability, work ethic, and past performance through relevant employer references.
- Skills and Licence VerificationConfirming required certifications, including forklift licences and relevant equipment competencies.
- Site-specific Health and Safety InductionEnsuring workers understand site protocols, hazards, and safety expectations before starting.
- Relevant Experience AssessmentMatching each worker’s background to the specific environment, whether warehousing, manufacturing, or dispatch.
Our Process
Your next hire is easier than ever.
We start by understanding your operation, not just the role. That’s how we place people who genuinely fit.
From sourcing through to ongoing support, the entire process is managed for you.
1.
Reach out
Get in touch by phone, email, or online. We’ll meet with you to understand your operation, your requirements, and what success looks like for your business.
2.
Custom matching
We use a targeted recruitment approach to find the right person for your role. This includes advertising, networks, referrals, and direct outreach to ensure the best fit.
3.
Placement
Once approved, staff are fully briefed and arrive ready to contribute from day one.
4.
Administration
Payroll, timesheets, and compliance are handled for you. Your team stays focused on operations while we take care of the details.
5.
Ongoing support
We stay connected throughout every placement. Regular check-ins ensure everything is running smoothly, with any issues addressed early and proactively.
6.
Your organisation thrives
With the right people and support in place, your operation is more efficient, staffing issues reduce, and your team runs smoothly.
What our clients say
Consistent quality and communication...
"Over the past six months we’ve worked with Brent and Driveforce to support our driver demands and they’ve consistently delivered quality candidates who understand the transport industry and what our operation requires. Brent is very easy to deal with, communicates clearly, and takes the time to understand our business to find the right people rather than just filling roles. The level of service has been excellent throughout — responsive, reliable, and professional."
Jordan Chilcott
National Operations Manager
Regal Group
Genuine engagement on all levels of business...
"Brent was great to work with and always did a very solid job for us. He looked after the gear, understood the customer side of the work, and knew the importance of making every job a success. He brought a strong, practical, and business-minded approach, which was evident in the way he worked. Key for me was that Brent shares opportunities and genuinely engages with all levels of the business. His knowledge is deep on how relationships work and how to get the most out of each engagement. Effectively, he helps grow businesses."
Scott McLeod
Managing Director
Mcleod Transport
Reliable, easy to deal with...
"I always valued our relationship with Brent. We worked with him across multiple branches and he was always reliable, easy to deal with, and no BS. And I knew I could call Brent directly anytime and he would do his level best to get us the resources we needed."
Mark Irvine
Managing Director
Acrow Group
Professionalism, integrity & commitment...
Brent Mulholland, Director of Drive Force, consistently demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a genuine commitment to the people he works with.
He has been exceptional in organising casual work opportunities, taking the time to understand individual strengths and goals to ensure each placement is the right fit.
His communication is clear, personable, and professional, with high standards across every aspect of his work, including health and safety and thorough reference checks.
I have no hesitation in recommending Brent. His professionalism, respect for workers, and strong organisational skills make him an outstanding representative of Drive Force.
Bill Logan
Driveforce Placement
Driveforce Transport & Logistics
A chance to prove myself...
"After coming out of retirement, I spoke with Brent from Driveforce about getting back into truck driving. Although I had concerns about my age and years spent in management overseas, Brent listened, took everything on board, and gave me the chance to prove myself.
I’m now driving a truck and trailer high-cube tipper unit (HPMV) and thoroughly enjoying it. The training and Health & Safety process was professional and thorough, showing strong values, high standards, and genuine respect for people."
Ray Barnes
Driveforce Placement
Driveforce Transport & Logistics
thinks big, cares deeply...
"I’ve known Brent Mulholland for over 10 years, and he is one of the most genuine people I know. Time with Brent always leaves you feeling better, more positive, and more optimistic.
Brent loves life and brings contagious optimism to everything he does. He thinks big, cares deeply about people, and always keeps his word. Trust, loyalty, and integrity aren’t just values to Brent—they’re how he lives.
His real superpower is connection. Brent has an exceptional ability to understand what people truly need and consistently exceed expectations.
Put simply, Brent understands what matters most in life—and he shows it in the way he treats people every day."
Andrew Sonnenberg
General Manager - People & Performance
Fletcher Construction
I'd have no hesitation engaging Driveforce again...
"Brent's industry knowledge, standard of driving, and care for our equipment has been excellent. He keeps a calm head under pressure — and I'd have no hesitation engaging Driveforce again."
Phil Donaldson
Owner
Moonlight Cartage
Experienced and skilled leader...
"I have known Brent for over three decades both as a work colleague and as a friend.
He is a very experienced and well skilled business leader and has significant knowledge and expertise in the delivery of protective security services, and ensuring that customer expectations are met, or exceeded.
It is great to see that Driveforce will be adding protective security to its service portfolio, and I am happy to recommend their services to customers seeking professional and fit for purpose security services."
Gary Morrison
CEO
New Zealand Security Association
About Industrial & Manufacturing
Founder-led, with a hands-on understanding of your environment.
Every Driveforce division is managed personally, with a clear understanding of how real-world operations run. Direct access to leadership means placements are aligned with your environment, your expectations, and the way your site actually operates.
Learn What Makes Us DifferentFAQ
Your questions answered.
We’ve addressed some of the most common questions about how Driveforce works, what we provide, and how we support your operation.
What types of roles can you supply in industrial environments?
We supply pickers, packers, forklift operators, dispatch staff, machine operators, and general labour suited to manufacturing and warehouse environments.
How do you ensure workers are reliable?
We focus on vetting for reliability, attitude, and work ethic, not just availability. Our screening process ensures workers are ready to contribute from day one.
Can you scale staffing up and down as production changes?
Yes. We provide flexible staffing that can increase during peak periods and reduce when demand levels out.
Do your workers have relevant site experience?
Where required, we place workers with experience in similar environments to ensure they can integrate quickly into your operation.
Can you help fill permanent roles within our operation?
Yes. We can recruit for permanent positions to help you build a stable and capable workforce.
Find a solution that works for your industry demands.
When you rely on dependable people to keep operations moving, Driveforce can help.