Jobseekers are being offered more opportunities in Wanganui - particularly skilled roles.
Latest Trade Me statistics show the number of jobs advertised on the site in Wanganui from January to December 2014 grew by 26 per cent compared to the same period in 2013.
Wanganui Veterinary Services manager Dave Barton said he had struggled to find someone to fill a specialised role - a Vetcare grazing manager, who monitors animals as they feed.
"We have found it quite hard to fill the position, but that is mostly because it's such a specialised role and it requires someone with qualifications," he said.
"We have had the job advertised for a while now and have had to increase the offered salary in hope that would draw more applicants.