Jason Hungerford has been appointed as the Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation’s permanent chief executive officer, and will take up his position on April 7, 2026.
Hungerford brings extensive financial and operational leadership experience across vocational education and large, complex organisations. He knows the organisation well, having previously led the BCITO during the RoVE transition into Te Pukenga.
BCITO Ltd chair Phil Brosnan says Hungerford’s appointment reflects the organisation’s focus on stability, sector leadership and long-term impact for learners and industry.
“Jason is a highly respected leader with a strong understanding of skills development and the construction sector. Today, the BCITO is an independent PTE with a strong mandate from industry and a refreshed strategy focused on industry partnership, learner success, and modern delivery,” Brosnan says.
“This appointment marks a new chapter for the BCITO, and signals our ambition for the future.”
Hungerford is excited to return to the BCITO at a time of opportunity and change.
“Vocational education is critical to economic prosperity, and our sector accounts for around 10% of New Zealand’s workforce. As our environment shifts and construction picks up again, demand for skilled workers will increase,” he says.
“I’m really motivated by the opportunity to reset and strengthen relationships, accelerate innovation, and strengthen the BCITO’s position as a leader in vocational education — with technology and learner success at the forefront.
“It’s exciting to be leading the BCITO at this time, helping build a strong and resilient pipeline of construction talent when New Zealand really needs it.”
