Building an Apprentice of the Year
I’ve been in industry for almost 20 years. It wasn’t something I set out to do but I’m 37 now and it’s all I’ve...
BCITO issues first employer development grant for 2012
The Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) has begun to give out around $50,000 worth of grants for employers within the construction industry....
Industry leadership and the skills dilemma
There is no doubt that the construction industry is still in a deep recession, with dwelling consent figures for one of the quarters of...
Skills brokers highlight the value of training
The recent introduction of a new team of skills brokers is one of the exciting new developments at the BCITO to ensure employers are...
Programme builds confidence in apprentice assessment
If you are involved in training or want to get involved in training an apprentice then completing the Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation’s...
Numbers fall in testing year
For many businesses in New Zealand’s construction industry, 2010 was a challenging year — and the BCITO was no exception. A positive aspect...
BCITO connecting employers and career seekers
As demand for skilled construction workers throughout the country is becoming evident, the BCITO is connecting employers with eager career seekers.
The BCITO has a...
Graduates score scholarships
The Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) is giving five talented graduates the opportunity to build on their qualifications, providing access to funding...
BCITO launches Strategic Workforce Development Framework
The BCITO’s Strategic Workforce Development Framework (SWDF) was officially launched by Minister for Building and Housing Dr Nick Smith at the BCITO Skills Summit...
Benefits of industry training
To reach a sustainable level of qualifi ed tradespeople, the construction industry needs dedicated employers to train apprentices. A recent Department of Labour survey...