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Competenz has partnered with EMA to give our employers access to practical business support alongside apprenticeships and training, from employment relations and legal advice to leadership development.
"This integrated approach gives businesses the confidence to lead well, meet their obligations and grow capable, connected teams, delivering value for employers, learners and the wider New Zealand economy."
- Ruth Cooper, Executive Director, Competenz
50% discount on your first year of EMA membership (for Competenz employers not already EMA members)
Employment Relations Legal Services nationally
Selected EMA courses, including Leadership and Health and Safety, at membership rates
Access to EMA member resources covering compliance, people management and workplace wellbeing
Ongoing updates on HR, learning, health and safety and events
The Health and Safety at Work Amendment Act comes into force on 1 April 2027, bringing the most significant changes to New Zealand's health and safety framework in a decade. Through our partnership with EMA, employers can attend the Health & Safety Roadshow to understand what these changes mean in practice and how to prepare their business.
Led by EMA's employment relations and health and safety experts, the roadshow provides practical guidance, industry insights, and the opportunity to ask questions about upcoming legislative changes.
Upcoming roadshow dates include:
16 September - Manukau and Grafton
22 September - Whangārei and Albany
23 September - Hamilton
24 September - Tauranga and Rotorua
Knowing it is coming is one thing. Knowing what it means for your business, in practice, is another. Six stops around the country from $49.00 a seat.
Health & Safety Harm Reduction Hub provides employers with practical guidance, expert insights, tools, templates, and legislative updates to help navigate changing requirements and build safer workplaces.
Whether you're preparing for upcoming Health and Safety at Work Act amendments, reviewing your current health and safety practices, or looking for practical resources to support compliance, the Hub gives you access to trusted information and support
Competenz offers nationally recognised Health & Safety qualifications designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed to support safer workplaces. Explore our programmes and find the right training pathway for your team.
Find out moreFill out the form below and we'll be in touch to understand your business and find the right fit for your team. No hard sell. Just a straight conversation about what your workforce needs.
The New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3) has been developed in direct response to industry feedback, helping learners take their first step into mechanical engineering and helping employers grow capable, confident teams.
For the first time, this Level 3 qualification can be delivered in the workplace, not just through a classroom or polytechnic. That means learners gain real, practical experience while adding value to your business from day one.
We've extended the limited time offer to include the New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 4). Whether you have someone ready to start at Level 3 or a more experienced team member ready for the level 4 apprenticeship — the fee waiver now covers both.
From 1 June, enrol in an eligible qualification and get 12 months of key training fees covered, valued at $1,895 + GST per enrolment.
Available for a limited time only.
T&Cs apply.
Invest in your business's future with qualifications in print and packaging.
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The Level 5 Diploma in Management – Print is a great way to advance your career in the print industry. If you already work or are planning to work in production, administration, sales or management, this is the ideal way to advance your knowledge, skills and qualifications for the present and future.
This diploma has been designed with flexibility, understanding you already have busy jobs. It is also challenging. Like stepping into a management role, the diploma is a step up from apprenticeships you may have done in the past.
Study Programme
Most of the learning for printing and binding and finishing qualifications is completed on the job. Depending on the area of training selected there may be the requirement to attend a short course. Your account manager will advise you on these as necessary.
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the fibreboard packaging industry with individuals who have attained appropriate capabilities and competencies to work in the industry as a skilled machine operator without supervision.
It is designed for people who are employed as assistant operators in the fibreboard packaging industry and who wish to progress to undertaking high level specialized production activities in one or more of the areas of case corrugating, case converting and carton converting.
The qualification has been developed to encourage learners to train to higher levels in a formal programme of training, and to credential employee capabilities.
It recognises knowledge and skills that will support: competent job performance, the future introduction of new technologies within the sector, and further personal up-skilling in the fibreboard packaging workplace, particularly in areas such as production training and supervision.This level four qualification has a pre-requisite of New Zealand Certificate in Fibreboard Packaging (Level 3) and provides a pathway to qualifications in management.
Contact your Competenz training advisor to find out more — or simply complete the form below, and we’ll connect you with the right person.
Together, we’ll help you build a skilled, confident, and future-ready workforce.
Get in touch today.
