Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Tai Poutini PolytechnicThis course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
29 weeks
Next start date
Expected Feb 2026
Campus
Greymouth Campus
This digger and construction training programme is perfect for school-leavers or people with no prior experience in the industry. Known locally as the “Digger School” you will be equipped with practical experience on machinery, along with the necessary theory and industry contacts you’ll need to make it in these exciting and varied sectors. Once you set out in the industry, it’s up to you which path you decide to follow, from hands-on operations to management and even further study. The programme is also relevant for people already working in the construction, forestry or mining industries who want to up-skill and push their career to the next level. You’ll work on earthmoving machinery and other machinery and plant to learn the basics of operating safely. Our skilled and diverse tutors are dedicated to delivering expert training in Infrastructure Works to student in a safe simulated work environment along with industry based work experience and the opportunity to transition to on the job work-based learning.
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