Connexis - Latest News [Page 2]
Focus On Economic Growth And Wellbeing
Sunday, 19 April 2020, 4:39 pm | Connexis
With kick-starting work on major new Infrastructure projects around the country a priority for the Government, the industry will welcome the move to COVID-19 Alert Level 3, when it occurs. Connexis Chief Executive Toby Beaglehole says, “We’re ... More >>
New Industry Qualifications To Address Water Woes
Thursday, 27 February 2020, 4:39 pm | Connexis
Wellington, February 27 2020: With the capital’s aging and struggling water infrastructure under the spotlight recently, the industry is responding with the release of a new level of training qualifications to upskill supervisors and managers. Connexis, the ... More >>
Government’s Infrastructure Investment Welcomed
Thursday, 12 December 2019, 4:10 pm | Connexis
Wellington 12 December 2019: The Government’s announcement to future-proof New Zealand with a $12billion investment in infrastructure is a positive sign for the country’s future. More >>
First woman in NZ completes Civil Trades Certification
Monday, 10 December 2018, 11:01 am | Connexis
Pearl Jury is the first woman in New Zealand to gain her Civil Trades Certification leading the way for women working in the infrastructure industry. More >>
New Civil Infrastructure Apprenticeships
Thursday, 22 November 2018, 7:03 pm | Connexis
Wellington's Peka Peka to Ōtaki Expressway project the perfect launchpad WELLINGTON, 22 NOVEMBER 2018: A new suite of Civil Infrastructure Apprenticeships have been presented in Wellington, backdropped by one of New Zealand’s major infrastructure projects. More >>
Connexis Chair Retires
Tuesday, 13 November 2018, 12:29 pm | Connexis
The Board of Directors would like to thank Ms Hague for her dedication and efforts as inaugural Chair of Connexis. The Board were especially grateful for her wider endeavours in the sector and stakeholder groups around Women in Infrastructure. Her ... More >>
Richie McCaw to showcase flying skills at Annual Connection
Thursday, 20 September 2018, 2:30 pm | Connexis
Richie McCaw of Christchurch Helicopters to showcase flying skills at Annual Connection September 20, 2018 Helicopters and skilled pilots play a crucial role in keeping the country plugged into the electrical grid. That will be demonstrated by none other ... More >>
Girls with Hi-Vis® opens doors to 350 potential new staff
Tuesday, 3 July 2018, 8:14 pm | Connexis
Girls with Hi-Vis® opens doors to 350 potential new staff Wellington 3 July 2018: More than 350 women throughout the country took the opportunity to experience the Infrastructure Industry 'hands on' in June. More >>
Girls with Hi-Vis opening doors to new careers for women
Wednesday, 30 May 2018, 9:06 am | Connexis
Rewarding trade and technical careers for women are there for the taking within the Infrastructure sector. More >>
Long work hours and diligent study pays off
Tuesday, 24 April 2018, 1:07 pm | Connexis
Hamilton April 24 2018: Working long hours during the day and studying at night has paid off for a young Hamilton employee in the water industry. Dylan Samson works for Allens United Drainage & Earthworks in Hamilton and has come a long way since ... More >>
Unison works with Connexis to triple number of trainees
Thursday, 29 March 2018, 12:40 pm | Connexis
March 29 2018: An industry skill shortage in the energy infrastructure sector has seen one Hawke’s Bay company triple its intake of trainees. More >>
Connexis dresses International Women’s Day in Hi-Vis
Wednesday, 7 March 2018, 5:01 pm | Connexis
March 7, 2017 – How do you shine a light on International Women’s Day in New Zealand? When you are Connexis, the Industry Training Organisation for the infrastructure industry, you add some hi-vis. More >>
First Two Pipeline Workers Awarded Industry Certification
Monday, 4 December 2017, 12:08 pm | Connexis
December 4 2017: New Zealand has its first two fully trade certified water pipeline construction and maintenance workers, following the introduction of Civil Trade Certifications in 2015. More >>
Staff Investment Leads to Awards for Isaac Construction
Friday, 24 November 2017, 11:17 am | Connexis
November 24, 2017: A management decision to put its people at the centre of its business development has paid off for Christchurch’s Isaac Construction. More >>
Energy Industry celebrates top achievers
Monday, 18 September 2017, 4:16 pm | Connexis
Energy Industry celebrates top achievers September 18, 2017: The top trainees and trainers in New Zealand’s electricity and telecommunications industry have been recognised at the Connexis Annual Connection Excellence Awards in Hamilton. More >>
Students connect to power industry career opportunities
Thursday, 14 September 2017, 10:09 am | Connexis
September 14, 2017: Secondary school students considering careers in the Electricity Supply Industry have a unique opportunity to see what working in the Industry involves at the Annual Connection event in the Waikato this week. More >>
Energy Industry excellence award winners to be announced
Wednesday, 6 September 2017, 10:23 am | Connexis
September 6, 2017: New Zealand's top trainees and trainers in the electricity and telecommunications industry will be recognised at the Connexis Annual Connection Excellence Awards dinner next week in Hamilton. More >>
New Chief Executive at helm of Connexis
Monday, 21 August 2017, 12:37 pm | Connexis
21 August 2017: New Connexis Chief Executive Peter Benfell is joining the organisation at a time of major growth and investment for the Infrastructure industry and is looking forward to the challenge ahead. More >>
Campaign to Recruit Female Infrastructure Industry Staff
Friday, 21 July 2017, 9:58 am | Connexis
Wellington, 20 July 2017: Women from around the country recently experienced a taste of a career in the Infrastructure Industry. More >>
Franklin women sample work in the Electricity Industry
Friday, 23 June 2017, 12:24 pm | Connexis
Franklin women sample work in the Electricity Industry 'Girls with Hi-Vis' campaign aims to recruit more women More >>