The Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) has welcomed the Government’s confirmation earlier this year that it has transitioned to a private training establishment (PTE), enabling it to deliver training directly to building and construction apprentices across 16 trades. The change took effect on January 1, 2026 and represents a significant shift in howContinue reading “BCITO welcomes a fast-track transition to private training establishment”
Category Archives: Training
Trade pathways…
Female apprentices recognised as trade careers gain momentum Nominations are now open for the 2026 Bunnings Trade Women in Apprenticeships Awards, recognising female apprentices working across New Zealand’s trades sector and supporting their early career development. Six apprentices will be selected to receive a support package valued at more than $11,000, designed to help themContinue reading “Trade pathways…”
Forging futures
Pacific Steel builds skills, loyalty and opportunity through apprenticeships At Pacific Steel, apprenticeships are about more than technical training. They are about building people, careers and loyalty. For decades, the Ōtāhuhu-based manufacturer has invested heavily in training, producing multiple award-winning apprentices and fostering a workplace culture that gives the business a genuine competitive edge. Former maintenanceContinue reading “Forging futures”
DT Driver Training Ltd
DT Driver Training is the trusted provider of online driver and operator training and blended learning for many of New Zealand’s largest companies and organisations.
Rangiora apprentice takes top honours at national electrical competition
Rangiora-based apprentice Hugo Carey recently took out the top national title in the industrial category at the NZ Master Electricians Apprentice Challenge 2025, following his regional win in Canterbury earlier this year. Carey is completing his New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory and Practice (Level 4) at Skills Group’s Etco. He is employed byContinue reading “Rangiora apprentice takes top honours at national electrical competition”
Building connections – Incoming professor and inaugural chair paves the way
Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington’s new Professor of Advanced Construction and inaugural Sir Mark Dunajtschik Chair in Construction, Pamela Bell, brings both deep industry experience and a people-first perspective to her new role. Reflecting on lessons from across the construction sector, she emphasises that success is shaped as much by collaboration and curiosity asContinue reading “Building connections – Incoming professor and inaugural chair paves the way”
Unitec alumnus shapes Auckland’s future – from odd jobs to $6m developments
When Luke Bailey left Avondale College in 2015, he didn’t have a career plan. He had a string of odd jobs – from painting to delivery driving – before a YouTube video on urban design sparked a passion for improving cities. Bailey found Unitec’s Bachelor of Construction (Property Development) programme when he was researching online,Continue reading “Unitec alumnus shapes Auckland’s future – from odd jobs to $6m developments”
Building for the future…
Construction courses develop next-gen at Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington New Zealand’s construction sector faces significant challenges, including the need to build thousands more homes affordably, a massive backlog of infrastructure projects, and the urgent need to adapt buildings and cities for climate change resilience. “There is a critical need for a new generationContinue reading “Building for the future…”
Austism no obstacle…
BCITO ‘working to build’ an inclusive workforce in building and construction For World Autism Acceptance month, the Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) and Altogether Autism joined forces to encourage autistic people to consider a career in the construction industry. “Autistic experiences are different for everyone. For some people, autism results in few workplaceContinue reading “Austism no obstacle…”
Foundation to learning…
The University of Auckland’s new recreation centre was opened by Hon Chris Bishop, Minister for Infrastructure and Associate Minister for Sport and Recreation, and the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Auckland, Professor Dawn Freshwater. The eight-storey building, complete with rooftop turf, pool, and state-of-the-art sports halls, is being used by staff, students and the publicContinue reading “Foundation to learning…”
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