NZMACITO

NZ Marine and Composites Industry Training Organisation

Apprentices

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How to get an apprenticeship:

1. Get a job in the industry
To get an apprenticeship in the marine, composites, or marina industries you need to have a job. See who’s hiring or see a full list of companies currently training with us. Door to door knocking can be an effective way to make a good impression on future employers, check out our training directory map to find companies near you. You can also find marine, composites and marina operations jobs on seek, TradeMe jobs and on websites of companies. For help with your CV download our cv writing checklist, or for interview tips check out the Career NZ website
2. Sign up with us
Once you have a job and feel ready to enter into an apprenticeship check with your boss and contact us to get registered. If you’re not ready to make a long-term commitment to an apprenticeship try one of our Limited Credit Programmes. For a full list of the qualifications we have click here
3. Complete the required training
Complete the required training and receive NCEA credits, during this time you will be visited at least quarterly by an appointed field officer. Some off-job training may be required, this is organised by NZMAC ITO staff.

Benefits of doing an apprenticeship?

  • Training on the job with selected specialised programmes.
  • Training on the job leading to a qualification NZMAC ITO supports, has many benefits.
  • You are earning while you learn.
  • No student loan! No long periods of time off work to train.
  • You finish your training with a job.
  • The job is one you have chosen.
  • You gain practical skills.
  • These skills are nationally recognised, Show employers across New Zealand you’ve got what it takes.
  • The skills you gain are in demand, valued and transferable to other industries.

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What industry is right for you?

Marine Industry

The NZ marine industry needs talented apprentices in a wide variety of trades to support growth in industries including boatbuilding, painting, rigging, engineering and more.

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Composites Industry

Apprentices are needed to help drive cutting-edge applications for composite materials in industries such as aerospace, automotive, marine, energy, sports and recreation.

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Marine Facilities

NZ’s Marine Facilities need talented apprentices to  maintain our international reputation of well designed, pristine marinas, superb customer service and boatyards.

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How we provide support

  • All of our field officers have first-hand experience in the industry.
  • We visit our apprentices every 8-12 weeks, wherever you work in New Zealand.
  • Acting as advisors, mentors, and coordinators for the apprentice.
  • Negotiating customised on-going training plan goals and objectives for training delivery and assessment.
  • Coordinating off-job training solutions.
  • Evaluating training progress by conducting Unit Standard Assessments.

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Ready to get started?

Check out our available qualifications and find one that’s right for you.
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Contact

0800 600 242

85 Westhaven Drive, Westhaven, Auckland.

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