This guide is for business owners, managers and team leaders who want to build skills and confidence in their workforce. It will help you:
Together, we’ll turn talent into capability—building a workforce that’s skilled, adaptable and ready for the future.
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We make it easy for you to grow the skills in your team through on-the-job training. Whether you're hiring someone new or upskilling a current employee, we’ll help set up a training programme that works for your business.
From day one, we:
Our training advisors are your go-to support throughout the journey—on hand to make training straightforward and valuable for both you and your apprentice.
Competenz is one of New Zealand’s leading providers of work-based learning. Each year we support over 12,500 learners and more than 3,500 employers across 33 industries—from engineering and forestry to fire protection and signmaking.
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We work with businesses to build the capability they need to stay productive, competitive and ready for change.
On-the-job training:
More than 60% of apprenticeships begin because an employer sees potential in someone already on their team. When you’ve got the right person, Competenz can help you develop that potential into nationally recognised skills and qualifications.