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 …
Patience is key to training success
Kyle Fuller’s civil and water career began in the UK in 2019 where he worked on pipe installation and maintaining water mains. Then a visit to New Zealand on holiday changed everything. Deciding to move here permanently Kyle began working for his uncle at Final Fusion where he is now a water supervisor and foreman, supporting major contractors and working alongside other …
Connexis supporting Pacific learner success….
Connexis is proud to have supported its first cohort of learners based in the Cook Islands, marking an important milestone in delivering bespoke services off shore. Over the past few years, Connexis worked in partnership with To Tatou Vai Ltd, the state-owned authority responsible for the Cook Island’s water supply, supporting five learners to complete the New Zealand Certificate in Drinking Water Treatment Multi-stage process …
Showcasing water careers: New videos featuring Connexis trainees
Our industry partner Water New Zealand has launched a new collection of 14 career videos designed to showcase the water industry which is essential to our health and wellbeing and invite people to consider a career in water. The videos feature the experience of individuals currently working and training in the water sector – including our very own Connexis trainees: …
TTM Recognition of Prior Learning now available
Holders of Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) warrants can now apply through Connexis to have their previous learning recognised for Level 3 unit standards. As of 1 November 2024, New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi no longer registers some TTM warrants, as part of a shift to the new risk-based approach to TTM outlined in the NZ Guide to Temporary Traffic …