
WITT is the leading tertiary education provider in the Taranaki region, specializing in career-focused learning that supports local industries like energy, engineering, and nursing. As a business division of Te Pūkenga, it provides a bridge between academic theory and practical, on-the-job skills. They are a critical hub for regional development, offering everything from trade apprenticeships to degree-level qualifications in a highly supportive, community-centered environment.

As part of the IAG New Zealand group, AMI is one of the country’s most trusted general insurers, protecting over 500,000 customers. They provide essential cover for homes, cars, and businesses, with a focus on community-level support through their extensive network of local branches. They are notable for their rapid digital transformation, offering mobile-first claims processing to help New Zealanders recover quickly from natural disasters and accidents.

Originally founded in 1918 as a city market, Smiths City grew into one of New Zealand’s most recognizable retail chains specializing in furniture, home appliances, and consumer electronics. After a major transition in 2020, the company moved toward a modern, streamlined retail model. As of late 2025, the organization has entered voluntary administration, marking a significant shift for a century-old heritage brand in the competitive Kiwi retail landscape.
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| Rank | CompanyName | Industry | Country | HappinessScore |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paihia Medical Services | Health and Social Care | New Zealand | 96 |
| 2 | Xiaomi NZ | Retail | New Zealand | 92 |
| 3 | Selwyn NZ | Agriculture, Animals, Forestry and Fishing | New Zealand | 95 |
| 4 | Learning Cloud NZ | Education and Research | New Zealand | 95 |
| 5 | Tea Total NZ | Manufacturing of Consumer Goods | New Zealand | 93 |
| 6 | Structured Technologies | Technology | New Zealand | 95 |
| 7 | Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki WITT | Education and Research | New Zealand | 95 |
| 8 | Origami Restaurant | Hospitality | New Zealand | 94 |
| 9 | New Zealand Parliament | Public Sector and Government | New Zealand | 93 |
| 10 | Soul Surf & Skate | Retail | New Zealand | 94 |
| 11 | Dodge NZ | Retail | New Zealand | 95 |
| 12 | fortnite | Entertainment and Media | New Zealand | 92 |
| 13 | Kelly Sports New Zealand | Travel and Leisure | New Zealand | 94 |
| 14 | Oaklyn School NZ | Education and Research | New Zealand | 93 |
| 15 | Karori Community Centre | Non-profit Organisation and Charities | New Zealand | 91 |
| 16 | Advance Gaming NZ | Technology | New Zealand | 94 |
| 17 | AMI Insurance | Financial Services | New Zealand | 92 |
| 18 | kookai NZ | Retail | New Zealand | 92 |
| 19 | Lion NZ | Manufacturing of Consumer Goods | New Zealand | 94 |
| 20 | Just company | Business and Management Services | New Zealand | 92 |
| 21 | ORIX New Zealand | Financial Services | New Zealand | 94 |
| 22 | Partners in grime | Business and Management Services | New Zealand | 91 |
| 23 | HP Hanna | Legal Services | New Zealand | 93 |
| 24 | Kumeu Montessori Preschool | Education and Research | New Zealand | 91 |
| 25 | Oscar programme MSD | Public Sector and Government | New Zealand | 91 |
| 26 | Nice Hotel New Plymouth | Hospitality | New Zealand | 94 |
| 27 | Celebrity Speakers | Entertainment and Media | New Zealand | 92 |
| 28 | Body 20 New Zealand | Travel and Leisure | New Zealand | 92 |
| 29 | Aquaheat NZ | Energy and Utilities | New Zealand | 92 |
| 30 | Wight Aluminium | Chemicals, Mining and Metals Manufacturing | New Zealand | 90 |
| 31 | Groundswell Property | Real Estate, Rental and Leasing | New Zealand | 93 |
| 32 | Glamroom | Retail | New Zealand | 92 |
| 33 | Hands on Rehab | Health and Social Care | New Zealand | 91 |
| 34 | Marton Seafoods | Hospitality | New Zealand | 92 |
| 35 | Taeja Destany holistic therapies | Health and Social Care | New Zealand | 91 |
| 36 | Meat Industry Association of New Zealand | Manufacturing of Consumer Goods | New Zealand | 92 |
| 37 | Mission Property | Real Estate, Rental and Leasing | New Zealand | 93 |
| 38 | Canon New Zealand | Manufacturing of Consumer Goods | New Zealand | 90 |
| 39 | Oaklynn School | Education and Research | New Zealand | 93 |
| 40 | Phil Clarke & Son | Construction and Building Materials | New Zealand | 90 |
| 41 | REAP | Public Sector and Government | New Zealand | 91 |
| 42 | Westport Hire | Construction and Building Materials | New Zealand | 93 |
| 43 | Fiordland College | Education and Research | New Zealand | 90 |
| 44 | SL Motors NZ | Retail | New Zealand | 92 |
| 45 | Blenheim isite Visitor Information Centre | Travel and Leisure | New Zealand | 90 |
| 46 | Anchor Dairies | Agriculture, Animals, Forestry and Fishing | New Zealand | 91 |
| 47 | Gasworkz | Energy and Utilities | New Zealand | 93 |
| 48 | Ngati porou holding company | Agriculture, Animals, Forestry and Fishing | New Zealand | 90 |
| 49 | Fresko | Hospitality | New Zealand | 91 |
| 50 | SHARZ POLY FASHIONS NZ | Retail | New Zealand | 92 |
| 51 | Auckland Savings Bank | Financial Services | New Zealand | 90 |
| 52 | Dairy Holdings | Agriculture, Animals, Forestry and Fishing | New Zealand | 92 |
| 53 | Southern Cross Gillies Hospital | Health and Social Care | New Zealand | 90 |
| 54 | PDV Consultants | Advanced Manufacturing and Services | New Zealand | 92 |
| 55 | Busy Bumbles | Education and Research | New Zealand | 90 |
| 56 | Hello Claims New Zealand | Financial Services | New Zealand | 90 |
| 57 | Craigs Investment Partners | Financial Services | New Zealand | 90 |
| 58 | My Car Mechanic NZ | Advanced Manufacturing and Services | New Zealand | 90 |
| 59 | PW Engineering | Advanced Manufacturing and Services | New Zealand | 90 |
| 60 | Rosebank School | Education and Research | New Zealand | 90 |
| 61 | Good Health | Manufacturing of Consumer Goods | New Zealand | 89 |
| 62 | Lifewise NZ | Health and Social Care | New Zealand | 93 |
| 63 | DCN Drilling | Construction and Building Materials | New Zealand | 89 |
| 64 | Central Hawke's Bay District Council | Public Sector and Government | New Zealand | 89 |
| 65 | State Insurance NZ | Financial Services | New Zealand | 91 |
| 66 | Scalzo Foods | Manufacturing of Consumer Goods | New Zealand | 89 |
| 67 | Ropata Health | Health and Social Care | New Zealand | 90 |
| 68 | Educare | Education and Research | New Zealand | 89 |
| 69 | BM Accounting | Financial Services | New Zealand | 89 |
| 70 | Unilever NZ | Manufacturing of Consumer Goods | New Zealand | 92 |
| 71 | Auckland Adventure Park | Travel and Leisure | New Zealand | 89 |
| 72 | Acton International Marketing | Retail | New Zealand | 89 |
| 73 | Veterinary Centre Waimate | Agriculture, Animals, Forestry and Fishing | New Zealand | 90 |
| 74 | Smiths City | Retail | New Zealand | 89 |
| 75 | Biketranz | Transportation and Logistics | New Zealand | 89 |
| 76 | Ace training NZ | Education and Research | New Zealand | 91 |
| 77 | Sea eagle scampi | Agriculture, Animals, Forestry and Fishing | New Zealand | 89 |
| 78 | R.B. Customs | Construction and Building Materials | New Zealand | 90 |
| 79 | Glowup Tauranga | Retail | New Zealand | 89 |
| 80 | New Zealand Olympic Committee | Non-profit Organisation and Charities | New Zealand | 89 |
| 81 | Crusty Old Gits | Entertainment and Media | New Zealand | 89 |
| 82 | Asset Managers Limited | Financial Services | New Zealand | 89 |
| 83 | Weta | Entertainment and Media | New Zealand | 89 |
| 84 | Mummys Yummys | Manufacturing of Consumer Goods | New Zealand | 88 |
| 85 | ABS Bank | Financial Services | New Zealand | 88 |
| 86 | 2K Design | Manufacturing of Consumer Goods | New Zealand | 89 |
| 87 | AGRIFARM | Agriculture, Animals, Forestry and Fishing | New Zealand | 89 |
| 88 | AUT Millennium | Travel and Leisure | New Zealand | 89 |
| 89 | Tauranga city council | Public Sector and Government | New Zealand | 89 |
| 90 | Hutt Valley District Health Board | Health and Social Care | New Zealand | 88 |
| 91 | Asbestos Eliminators | Construction and Building Materials | New Zealand | 89 |
| 92 | Business South NZ | Non-profit Organisation and Charities | New Zealand | 89 |
| 93 | New Zealand Aged Care Services | Health and Social Care | New Zealand | 88 |
| 94 | Growth Rocket | Marketing and Advertising | New Zealand | 89 |
| 95 | QE Health | Health and Social Care | New Zealand | 88 |
| 96 | Cocopelli | Hospitality | New Zealand | 88 |
| 97 | Auckland & Beyond Tours | Travel and Leisure | New Zealand | 88 |
| 98 | St Marys College | Education and Research | New Zealand | 88 |
| 99 | Blue Mountain College | Education and Research | New Zealand | 88 |
| 100 | News Publishers' Association NZ | Telecommunications and Publishing | New Zealand | 88 |
The data shown in the following table is a snapshot based on last year’s data up until 30/11/2025. To see the current scores, please visit the Worlds Happiest Workplaces List.
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