Our Team
The Staffline Whānau“No truck in New Zealand moves without a driver.
Every member of the office based Staffline team are there because they know their jobs. Our most important job is to support the driver.” Mike Edwards
Mike Edwards
Founder / Company Director
mike@staffline.co.nz | 021 997 991
With 30 years of experience as a professional driver, Mike Edwards brings a wealth of knowledge to the transport and recruitment sectors.
In 2000 he founded a thriving temporary staff transport agency in the UK and after relocating to New Zealand he established Staffline continuing with his mission to connect top talent with the industry needs
A proud father of three adult children, Mike enjoys the peace and freedom of country living in New Zealand. A true “boy with toys” he loves his outdoor adventures and spending time with his three dogs.
Mike’s passion and experience are at the heart of Staffline’s success
Tess Edwards
Payroll and Accounts
tess@staffline.co.nz | 021 477577
Tess brings a diverse background in business development, administration and accounts, drawing from her experience as a co-owner of a large recruitment company in the UK. At Staffline she overseas the payroll function and supports the accounts team ensuring smooth financial operations. She works remotely from the Waikato, after moving from Auckland nearly five years ago.
An ex- high school teacher and mother of three, Tess balances her professional life with personal growth. Her current goals are to keep her head out of spreadsheets and get outside more often, and to travel more (when work allows!).
Her dedication, love of spreadsheets and well rounded skills make her a vital part of the Staffline team.
Dianne Cullen
Christchurch Branch Manager
dianne@staffline.co.nz | 021 228 6391
Di is our South Island manager, based in Christchurch. Having moved around New Zealand throughout her life with her family, she settled in beautiful Christchurch five years ago. With a diverse background in customer service, retail, weighbridge operations, dispatch, and 13 years of office management, she took on the role of Christchurch Branch Manager nearly four years ago—and has loved every minute of it!
At the Christchurch branch of Staffline, Di enjoys meeting incredible clients and candidates and looks forward to connecting with many more in the future.
“Being part of the Staffline team is awesome—I definitely feel like part of the family,” she says.
