Architectural Technician
Architectural technicians create drawings and make models of building structures, research construction materials, and assist with building consent processes.
2 year diploma
Architect
Architects plan, design and advise on the construction and alteration of buildings and other structures.
8 – 10 years – post grad degree
Survey Technician
Survey technicians collect, record, and evaluate geographical information and prepare databases, maps, charts and plans.
2 year diploma
Surveyor
Surveyors plan, direct and conduct survey work to determine the position of boundaries, locations, topographic features and built structures.
4 year degree
Earthmoving Machine Operator
Earthmoving machine operators use digging machines, such as bulldozers or graders, to move, shape or level earth, rock and rubble.
Minimum of a full car driver's licence. Employers usually prefer a Class 2 licence and rollers, tracks and wheels (R, T and W) endorsement
Certificate
Cabinet Maker
Cabinet makers make and repair fittings and furniture for homes, businesses and boats.
Apprenticeship – 4 years
Crane Operator
Crane operators use cranes to move objects such as materials on construction sites, containers on wharves, and heavy parts in factories.
Certificates level 3 and 4 – on the job
Quantity Surveyor
Quantity surveyors manage finances for construction projects. They calculate budgets based on clients' requirements, and prepare detailed estimates to ensure budgets are sufficient for each stage of construction.
2 year diploma, 3 year degree
Glazier
Glaziers install or replace glass or mirrors in buildings, vehicles or boats and may create decorative glass features.
Certificate – level 4
Floor Covering Installer
Floor covering installers lay, replace and repair floor coverings such as carpet, linoleum, vinyl and timber.
Certificates
Building and Construction Labourer
Building and construction labourers clear, dig and level land, make concrete, and help with plumbing and drainage work on roads and building sites.
Plumber, gasfitter, drainlayer
Plumbers, gasfitters and drainlayers assemble, install and repair pipes, drains and fixtures and fittings that supply water and gas or remove waste.
Apprenticeships
Electrician
Electricians install, maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment.
Apprenticeship
Building surveyor
Building surveyors inspect plans and building constructions to see if buildings are, or will be, built correctly. They may also issue certificates, write reports and help owners and potential buyers with construction problems and solutions.
Building related degree or diploma
Bricklayer
Bricklayers lay bricks, concrete blocks and tiles to construct or repair buildings, walls, arches, chimneys or paved areas.
Apprenticeship
Building and Construction Manager
Building and construction managers plan, control and co-ordinate civil engineering or building projects, and the resources and people involved.
Degrees and diplomas in the building and construction industry
Floor and wall tiler
Floor and wall tilers lay tiles on internal and external walls and floors.
Apprenticeship
Roading construction worker
Roading construction workers make surfaces such as roads, airport runways and driveways, and control traffic around road construction sites.
Driver’s licence
Concrete Worker
Concrete workers make, pour, spread, finish, reinforce and cut concrete for construction projects such as buildings and footpaths.
Apprenticeship
Scaffolder
Scaffolders design, construct and remove scaffolding around buildings and other structures such as bridges.
Apprenticeship
Stonemason
Stonemasons work with stone to construct or renovate buildings, fittings, walls and paving, or to create monuments.
Apprenticeship
Painter Decorator
Painters and decorators apply decorative and protective finishes to interior and exterior walls, doors, windows and other surfaces of buildings.
Apprenticeship
Plasterer
Plasterers apply plaster or other materials to buildings. They usually specialise in either interior or exterior plastering.
Apprenticeship
Roadmarker
Roadmarkers use machines to apply markings to roads and surfaces such as car parks and sports courts.
Roofer
Roofers repair or install roofs using materials such as roofing iron, tiles and shingles.
Apprenticeship
Building Contractor
Building contractors run their own businesses and plan, supervise and work on the construction and alteration of buildings.
Apprenticeship
Carpenter
Carpenters work mainly with wood to repair or install foundations, walls, roofs, windows and doors in buildings.
Apprenticeship
Fencer
Fencers construct and repair fences, walls and gates.
Certificate
Joiner
Joiners use timber and board products to make fittings such as cabinets, doors, window frames and stairs.
Apprenticeship
Building Insulator
Building insulators install or apply special material to buildings or equipment to prevent or reduce heat, cold, air, sound or moisture loss.
On the job training certificate
Useful link for Civil Construction Jobs and Pathways:
Epicwork.nz/epic-opportunities/