National CCNZ Connexis Company Training Awards open

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The Connexis Company Training Awards are now open so make sure you get recognition for your company’s commitment to training and development of your people. These awards are now free to enter. There are three award categories based on company turnover: Up to $10M $10M to $100M $100M+ / Alliances Click here for the entry form, or contact Tricia Logan …

New Initiative Between Shirley Boys High School, Isaac Construction Ltd, BG Contracting and Connexis

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Pictured: Construction staff and Shirley Boys High School students commence the project. A new initiative between Shirley Boys High School, Isaac Construction Ltd, BG Contracting Ltd and Connexis, with the support of the CCNZ Canterbury Branch, is enabling students to experience the Civil Infrastructure Industry within the school environment. Thirty four students, school and construction staff, will work together throughout the …

PRESS RELEASE: Connexis dresses International Women’s Day in Hi-Vis

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Pictured:  Winnie Rawiri-King, Electrician working for Singer Group Ltd. Winnie has been a great ambassador for women in the Infrastructure Industry and was the Connexis 2017 Got a Trade, Got it Made – Future Business Leader. March 8, 2017 – How do you shine a light on International Women’s Day in New Zealand? When you are Connexis, the Industry Training …

PRESS RELEASE: Civil contracting apprenticeships for three QRS staff

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Pictured: QRS staff Mike Wilson, Stacey Pompey and Lee Pomana received Civil Trade Certification last week through Industry Training Organisation Connexis. The three men have over 8000 hours each of practical experience in a range of specialities from road and pipeline construction and maintenance, to road surfacing. THREE veteran Quality Roading and Services staff have gained Civil Trades Certification this week …

PRESS RELEASE: New Opportunities With Historic Agreement

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Pictured: Connexis CEO, Peter Benfell, and Waikato Tainui CEO, Donna Flavell. Waikato-Tainui has today signed an historic agreement with 11 of the country’s top Industry Training Organisations at the Waikato Endowed College in Hopuhopu. The agreements are a significant step for Waikato Tainui as the tribe looks to increase the career opportunities of its people. Waikato Tainui CEO Donna Flavell …

February 2018 e-Newsletter is out now!

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The Connexis Industry February 2018 news is out now! Check out the eNews issue here: https://mailchi.mp/81462f5e6b71/feb2018-industry-enews  IN THIS ISSUE CEO statement Infrastructure Workforce Jobsite: Advertise your Vacancies! New Zealand Apprenticeship in Water Infrastructure in New Zealand: Ministers Message Girls with Hi-Vis® – Registrations Open Annual Connection 2018 Annual Connection: New Event Manager Story: A Skilled Workforce Key to Growth for Cranswick Enterprises Ltd …

February 2018 Trainee e-Newsletter is out now!

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The Connexis Trainee February 2018 news is out now! Check out the eNews issue here: https://mailchi.mp/1d155644275a/feb2018-trainee-enews IN THIS ISSUE CEO statement Infrastructure Workforce Jobsite New Zealand Apprenticeship in Water Infrastructure in New Zealand: Ministers Message Annual Connection 2018 Annual Connection: New Event Manager Story: A Skilled Workforce Key to Growth for Cranswick Enterprises Ltd Upcoming Events/Conferences

Message from the Minister for Infrastructure: Hon Shane Jones

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It is an exciting time for those considering a future in the Infrastructure Industry, with a new Government meaning new opportunities for an exciting and diverse career. This Government has committed to spending almost $42 billion over the next five years to deliver a world class infrastructure network and future-proof our growing nation. Initiatives of particular priority include working with …

A skilled workforce key to growth for Cranswick Enterprises Ltd

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Pictured: Graduates of National Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Forestry Earthworks) in all 3 strands (Hydraulic Excavator, Bulldozer, Motor Grader). From left to right are Cranswick Enterprises employees Dylan Pickering, Matauranga Maitai, Steven Telfer, Michael Bond, Adrian Friar, Tama Koia (Trainer/Assessor) and Grant Radovanovich (Connexis Customer Service Account Manager). A management decision to have a strong emphasis on training and developing staff …

December 2017 Trainee eNewsletter is out now!

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The December Trainee eNews is out now. Trainees if you are interested take a look below, and if you would like to be added to our mailing list sign up here. December Trainee eNews IN THIS ISSUE: CEO statement Fees free for Industry Training and what it means for Connexis Infrastructure customers New Governance Group overseeing Annual Connection and Energy Awards …