Babcock Australasia has reaffirmed its commitment to inspiring the next generation of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), extending its partnership with Auckland University of Technology’s (AUT) Women in Tech programme for another three years. The partnership, established in 2022, was formed through a shared commitment to increase female representation in engineering andContinueContinue reading “Babcock renews AUT partnership to uplift more women into STEM”
Category Archives: Industry training
New Skills Board to reset standards
The Manufacturing and Engineering Industry Skills Board is now up and running. “Aotearoa New Zealand depends on a vocational education system which delivers real skills, opportunities, and outcomes for learners, employers, and communities, the Board said to Xpress Engineering. “As the new standard-setting body for the manufacturing and engineering sectors, the team will work alongsideContinueContinue reading “New Skills Board to reset standards”
Top coach sets apprentice benchmark
Out of more than 220 entries from trades workplaces nationwide, industry training organisation Competenz has named Palmerston North’s Sean Martin as its first-ever Most Valuable Coach (MVC) Champion – declaring him the country’s top workplace trainer across engineering, manufacturing, mechanical and primary industries, as well as marine, plastics, HVAC/R, printing and other specialist trades. Martin saysContinueContinue reading “Top coach sets apprentice benchmark”
Training hub helps Titan Marine Engineering build future workforce
At a time when many industries are grappling with a skilled labour shortage, Titan Marine Engineering is taking matters into its own hands – investing in young people, hands-on training, and a workplace culture designed to keep people learning and thriving. Based in Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter, the company has transformed a disused loft space intoContinueContinue reading “Training hub helps Titan Marine Engineering build future workforce”
Exciting future for female engineering apprentice at Buckleys
When Paris McCann first stepped through the doors of Buckley Systems Ltd, she never dreamed she would become an apprentice – but fast forward four years and all that has changed. Now, she’s forging an exciting career in the manufacturing sector and is set to become one of the first-ever Buckley employees to complete aContinueContinue reading “Exciting future for female engineering apprentice at Buckleys”
‘Life-changing opportunity’ thanks to Manaaki scholarship
Jeron Gwaite’e was the first in his family to pursue tertiary study, thanks to the Manaaki scholarship programme that he credits for securing “a life-changing opportunity”. Thousands of students from developing countries apply for the Government-funded Manaaki scholarships each year, with fewer than 500 making it through the competitive selection process. The three-year scholarship coversContinueContinue reading “‘Life-changing opportunity’ thanks to Manaaki scholarship”
Ara Timaru new trades building provides more learning space
The tapu on Ara Institute of Canterbury’s new trades building in Timaru, which has been completed on time and on budget, has been lifted. The building’s name, Tūterakiwhanoa, has been gifted by Te Runanga o Arowhenua and represents the Kai Tahu ancestor who, according to pūrākau (Māori creation stories) brought habitation to Te Waipounamu (theContinueContinue reading “Ara Timaru new trades building provides more learning space”
Unemployment numbers show businesses under severe financial pressure
The EMA says the increasing unemployment rate is revealing the true picture of the New Zealand economy and the financial stresses facing Kiwi businesses. The latest numbers released by Stats NZ show that the unemployment rate increased from 4.3% in the March quarter to 4.6% in the June quarter. EMA head of advocacy Alan McDonaldContinueContinue reading “Unemployment numbers show businesses under severe financial pressure”
New Dunedin specialist trade school boosts apprentice options
A trades training facility opened by Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich in Ōtepoti Dunedin will create exciting new opportunities for aspiring electrical and plumbing trades in the region. Described as the “first of its kind in New Zealand”, the Skills Group Skills Hub incorporates a three-trades model, housing the Group’s three specialist trades brands—Etco for apprenticeContinueContinue reading “New Dunedin specialist trade school boosts apprentice options”
Non-native English speaking apprentices get support from BCITO
Banter at smoko is part of the nine-to-five for most Kiwi tradies – but if English is not your first language, workroom chit chat can be confusing. A new programme developed by BCITO and Education Unlimited is making life easier for non-native English-speaking apprentices, building their confidence, boosting their English language skills, and supporting themContinueContinue reading “Non-native English speaking apprentices get support from BCITO”
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