New Zealand’s top electricity supply industry (ESI) trainees have been named as finalists in the Connexis Energy Trainee Awards for 2026.
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Celebrating our latest line mechanic graduates
Congratulations to our newest qualified line mechanics, who have completed the final stages of their training journey with Connexis Training
Prioritising the future
Jack Roberts, tried his hand at other trades and careers before switching to training for a NZC in Infrastructure Works Level 3 and now Level 4 with Connexis. That led to work as a network operator for Fulton Hogan, where he is now a leading hand. With just a couple of papers to go on his qualification Jack, 33, is excited …
From Connexis: Connexis Awards Recognise Industry Leaders Investing in Civil Workforce Development
Connexis has celebrated employers and apprentices who are helping build the future of New Zealand’s civil infrastructure workforce through training, development, and nationally recognised qualifications at the annual Connexis Civil Industry Training and Development Awards, presented at the Civil Contractors Conference in Wellington recently.
The Road to Success
At just 25, Hawke’s Bay-based temporary traffic management supervisor, Kyla Tamati, is building an impressive career in infrastructure. When you ask her how she got there, she keeps the answer simple: show up, work hard, have a great attitude and stay open to learning. Kyla, who has been with Downer for nearly five years, began her career in temporary traffic management (TTM). Soon after, her positive attitude …
Connexis welcomes stronger pathways from school into infrastructure careers
Connexis welcomes the Government’s announcement of new industry-led secondary school subjects, particularly the introduction of Energy and Infrastructure.
Two weeks left! Connexis Energy Trainee Award nominations closing soon!
Make sure the standout trainees in your business are given the chance to shine on an industry stage. The Connexis Energy Trainee Awards recognise the hard work and commitment it takes to skill up by rewarding the best and brightest trainees working in Electricity Supply and Telecommunications. They also celebrate those who promote industry training by supporting and inspiring young people …
Creating opportunities for women in infrastructure
From Connexis Thursday July 2, 2026: The next generation of New Zealand women are stepping up to take their place on the country’s major infrastructure projects and work sites. Throughout June, Connexis Girls with Hi-Vis® saw female secondary students from around the country visit their local infrastructure employers to find out more about the career opportunities in industries such as civil construction, …
Every day is different
“I knew I didn’t want to go to university but I loved doing hands-on work and learning in a practical way.”
The answer to that equation for 19-year-old Annabelle Thorpe-Hall was taking on an electrical trade apprenticeship, with ElectriNET, part of the Horizon Energy Group, in Gisborne.
A thirst for learning: Connexis assessment trip builds water capability in the Chatham Islands
There are four newly-qualified drinking water operators on the Chatham Islands thanks to a recent Connexis training and assessment trip. As well as building local capability, with all four Chatham Island trainees successfully achieving their NZ Certificate Drinking Water Treatment (Level 4), the visit highlights Connexis’ strong commitment to developing skilled water operators in remote communities. Expert assessor and respected water treatment specialist Marty Simpson travelled to the islands …