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Construction and infrastructure pathways

Information for careers advisors

361,750

total construction and infrastructure workforce in 2021 (WIP.org.nz)

$52,747m

NZ GDP (14.4%)

98,256

business units 2022

Career pathways spotlight articles

Connecting students with industry
16/10/24

Connecting students with industry

Increasing knowledge, providing hands-on experience and changing perceptions of careers in construction and infrastructure are invaluable in making decisions easier for career seekers. A recent...
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Occupation spotlight – stepping into Civil
16/10/24

Occupation spotlight – stepping into Civil

Traffic management within the civil infrastructure sector offers an excellent entry into the industry. Temporary traffic management workers play a vital role in projects such...
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Perceptions of construction and infrastructure careers
16/10/24

Perceptions of construction and infrastructure careers

Recent research we commissioned highlighted that less than 20% of respondents were able to identify more than four occupations in construction and infrastructure. However, a...
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Spotlight on finishing trade careers
16/10/24

Spotlight on finishing trade careers

For career seekers keen on a hands-on creative career, the finishing trades might be the perfect fit!  Finishing trades include essential skills like painting and decorating,...
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Shaping the future: Renewable energy & solar
16/10/24

Shaping the future: Renewable energy & solar

The renewable energy sector is creating exciting new opportunities for people who are passionate about sustainability and innovation.  With the global shift towards greener solutions,...
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