Engineering – passport to the world
Engineering as a whole is vital to the development and maintenance of New Zealand’s infrastructure. Attracting more young people into the industry is crucial.
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By Brett Williams – 1 October 2007, Build 102, Feature article
Engineering as a whole is vital to the development and maintenance of New Zealand’s infrastructure. Attracting more young people into the industry is crucial.
By Andrew Robertson – 1 April 2014, Build 141, Feature article
The employer of an award-winning apprentice says it’s about getting the right person and training them well, and once they’ve got the skills, it’s knowledge that can be passed on to the next apprentice to sign up.
By Sara Carbery – 1 April 2016, Build 153, Feature article
Facilities managers largely operate under the radar, yet their skills keep our commercial buildings running smoothly. An industry association and new tertiary course are raising the profile of these important industry players.
By Warwick Quinn – 1 February 2017, Build 158
Taking on an apprentice is good business, not simply another expense. It’s not an easy message to sell at a time when the building industry’s business model is to contract work out to the most competitive subbie, says Warwick Quinn, Chief Executive, BCITO.
By Jenny Salesa – 1 August 2019, Build 173, Feature article
Major work is under way to tackle some of the institutional problems facing the construction industry. From changes to the Building Act, an examination of where the sector is headed and initiatives to deal with the skills shortage, change is happening.
1 April 2012, Build 129, Feature article
Becoming a licensed building practitioner adds a further responsibility – licence holders must keep up their skills and knowledge through continuous professional development.
By Tony Conder – 1 April 2016, Build 153, Feature article
The number of builders offering residential inspection services has grown dramatically. Before heading down this path, it’s critical to understand your obligations or you could end up in serious litigation.
By Juliet Clendon – 1 August 2019, Build 173
Here are some tips for choosing and recording your elective learning so you maximise the benefit for your professional development and are prepared when it's time to renew your LBP licence.
By Alan Muxlow – 1 October 2007, Build 102, Feature article
Distance learning is a popular choice, with close to 1,000 students currently enrolled with The Open Polytechnic in its three construction industry-related diplomas.
By Dael Climo – 1 August 2018, Build 167
It makes so much sense. Virtual reality is increasingly being used in construction company safety training overseas to teach safe practices, walk employees through site hazards and help achieve zero harm.