Competenz can provide training plans, support and qualifications — tailored to your business's specific needs.
The dairy systems programme provides a nationally recognised qualification that combines practical workplace training with technical knowledge. It equips people with the skills to plan, install, diagnose, and maintain milk harvesting, farm water, and effluent systems. Training covers engineering trade skills, hydraulics, electrical work, fabrication and welding, and system commissioning—ensuring reliable performance across New Zealand’s dairy industry.
Benefits of this programme
• Nationally recognised qualifications built to industry standards
• A blend of practical training and technical knowledge
• Flexible structure combining workplace learning, eLearning, and block courses
• Coverage of safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility
• Build skills in installing, maintaining, and commissioning milk harvesting, water, and effluent systems
• Knowledge of hydraulics, water quality, backflow prevention, and dairy animal wellbeing
• Designed to meet the ongoing needs of a modern, high-demand industry.
How we work with you
We partner with members of your industry to help recruit and build talented employees. This support includes promoting careers in your industry, identifying potential learners, and encouraging work placements.
We also ensure your industry’s qualifications continue to meet needs, support industry events like conferences, and regularly celebrate your learners’ success.
When apprentices enrol, we assign them a Competenz account manager. Our account managers understand the industry and the skills learners and businesses need to gain.
