"The situation we've got now is probably a bit dire."
It comes as several companies grapple with rising costs and tighter profit margins.
But there's a catch.
The commission has informed staff changes will be made to some roles in a bid to cut costs.
The owner of 'Daz's Barber Shop' is encouraging young people to think about a career in hairdressing.
The Ministry for the Environment is seeking voluntary redundancies before a "likely" formal change proposal.
They cover the main public services.
"We need to ensure that New Zealanders are put to the front of the line for jobs."
Over a quarter of all positions could be directly affected.
Dozens of companies and government agencies have announced redundancies in recent weeks.
People are worried about their financial futures as the Government makes sweeping cuts.
The latest job cuts are part of a wave of redundancies across the public and private sectors, prompting concern over a brain drain.
Employers who break the rules are set to be named and shamed.
"There is good evidence that it can benefit employers as well."
Christopher Luxon says he'll keep the living wage for Government workers "in this case" but hasn't had the discussion about long-term.
They warn we're running out of time to prepare.
While healthcare saw big jumps, advertising, arts and media is struggling.
NZ Post has confirmed its plans to stream mail into the parcel network.
The end of TVNZ's Sunday programme also represents a turning point for Aotearoa's broadcast media, writes Sarah Baker.
On Thursday, the Ministry for Primary Industries announced it would slash 384 roles.
