Industry Links & Endorsements

Kevin Lockley – Zed Group
“I have been in the building and construction industry for 39 years. The training at WelTec is excellent – their graduates make a great contribution to our business”.

Robyn Smith, Manager, Percy's Reserve
"As the manager of a scenic reserve I regularly have WelTec horticulture students for work experience. These students are always enthusiastic and I consider them to be armed with appropriate theory and practical skills. The work the students complete with us is a bonus for our organisation."

Peter Geusebroek - Peter Geusebroek Painting
“The graduates that come out of the pre-trade courses at WelTec have good general knowledge and great work habits. WelTec is doing an excellent job, the tutors are great. I would absolutely hire another student from WelTec – they’ve got the knowledge already and the fact that they have a qualification gives you confidence that they are committed.”

Michael Ross, Senior Trade Instructor, Army Engineering Core - New Zealand Defence Forces
"I was very impressed with both the quality of the facilities and the calibre of the tutorial staff at the Wellington Institute of Technology's School of Construction. The facilities are modern, pleasant and well equipped to take trade and technician training into the twenty first century. The tutorial staff are not only well qualified in education and their specific disciplines, but are also passionate about what they do. Together the facilities and the tutorial staff come together to create a learning environment that is both enjoyable and effective".

Colleen Upton, Hutt Gas and Plumbing
"Over the last 12 years Hutt Gas and Plumbing have had some 30 apprentices come through WelTec. They have responded well to industry needs during this time, to produce highly trained trades professional upon completion of their apprenticeship. We have employed a number of pre-trade students and all are working well through their apprenticeships. The passion of the tutors is evident as is their desire to see students succeed and go on to become excellent tradespeople."