Metalform

Last updated: September 2026

1. Overview

This policy explains how Metalform (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information collected through this website, in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly

When you submit a form on this website — including career/apprenticeship enquiry forms — we may collect:

• Name and contact details (email, phone number)
• Address or location
• CV/resume, cover letter, and other application material you choose to upload
• Any other information you include in a form field or message

Information collected automatically

This website uses Google Tag Manager (GTM) and Google Analytics (GA) to understand how visitors use the site. These tools may automatically collect:

• IP address (anonymised or truncated where applicable)
• Device, browser, and operating system information
• Pages visited, time on site, referring/exit pages
• General location (derived from IP address)
• Cookie identifiers

3. How We Use Information

We use the information collected to:

• Respond to career enquiries and process applications
• Assess candidates for apprenticeship or graduate roles
• Operate, maintain, and improve the website
• Understand site traffic and visitor behaviour via GA
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Cookies and Tracking

This site uses cookies via Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics to collect the usage data described above. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site functionality but will not prevent you from submitting forms.

Google’s use of data collected through GA is governed by Google’s own privacy policy, available at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

5. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell personal information. We may share information with:

• Staff involved in recruitment or hiring decisions
• Service providers who support our website or recruitment processes (e.g. hosting providers, Google Analytics)
• Third parties where required by law

6. Data Storage and Security

Information submitted through this website is stored securely and access is limited to authorised personnel. We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

7. Retention

We retain career/application information for as long as necessary to consider you for current or future roles, or as required by law, after which it is securely deleted.

8. Your Rights

Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of that information

To make a request, contact us using the details below.

9. Third-Party Links

This website may link to third-party sites (e.g. Seek, TradeMe Jobs). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The “last updated” date at the top reflects the most recent revision.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related queries or requests:

Metalform – digital@metalform.co.nz
74 Miller St, Dannevirke
0508 747 040