EmployNZ News

We recently held our 2017 Graduation Ceremony at Classic Flyers in Mount Maunganui. Our graduating students, along with their friends and families, enjoyed an afternoon of celebration as we looked back at the year and honoured them for all their achievements. For some, the journey of education has just started, while others will take their newly learnt knowledge and skills and apply them in the workplace. We also enjoyed an inspirational speech by Te Koikoi Brown who shared his journey with us and explained how he, with the help of Live for More and EmployNZ, was able to get his life back on track. In the new year Te Koikoi plans to pursue his dream of studying music. We are extremely proud of all our graduating students and wish them all the best for the future. Whāia te iti kahurangi ki te tūohu koe me he maunga teitei. Seek the treasure you value most dearly: if you bow your head, let it be to a lofty mountain.

Last week was Tobias’ first day at his new job after recently graduating from our Careers Unlimited Level 1 course. He has now secured employment as a traffic controller with Allied Work Force. Tobias learnt a range of skills on the course including budgeting, health & safety in the workplace, communication skills and earned 60 credits towards NCEA L1. Before Tobias was on the course, he was getting into trouble at school. “You don’t get into trouble at EmployNZ because you want to be here, the course set me up for the job, I felt like I knew what I was getting into and had the right attitude” Tobias explained. Careers Unlimited is a 26-week NCEA level 1 course focused on life skills – it is open to all ages 16+ Free phone 0800 002 159 or FREE text UPSKILL to 3165.

Tyler Anderton has successfully completed 2 years study at EmployNZ. He’s excited for the future and is looking forward to next year when he’ll continue on with his health & fitness studies. Tyler started his journey with EmployNZ in our Careers Unlimited Level 1 course. He then went on to do Hospitality, however after work experience in the industry, Tyler realised hospitality wasn’t for him, and decided to continue on with his studies in our CareerFIT level 2 course. Tyler soon realised that health & fitness is his passion. “I know what I want for my future. I want to work in the fitness industry” says Tyler. Tyler has really enjoyed his time at EmployNZ “I got along with everyone. It’s much better than school – I thought leaving school was the end of the world but it wasn’t. You can still achieve and do well” says Tyler. If you’re interested in our courses, get in touch with us today! Free phone 0800 002 159 or FREE text UPSKILL to 3165.

Age is no obstacle for Anthony Craven (29 years old) who has returned to education as an adult student after having worked as a hammer hand for many years. Anthony decided he wanted more out of life and enrolled onto the Careers Unlimited Level 1 course to prepare for further study. He now feels more confident, more driven and more career focused. “I know what I want to do, and what I have to do to get there.” Anthony feels that he can now transition to higher study. He is going on to do the IT skills Level 2 course with EmployNZ and then wants to complete a Bachelor of Business. If you’re interested in our Careers Unlimited Level 1 course, get in touch with us today! Free phone 0800 002159 or FREE text UPSKILL to 3165.

As part of our Careers in Hospitality course, students are required to participate in work experience. Recently some of our students were involved in the Dress for Success Handbag Auction which was held at the Tauranga Art Gallery. This was a brand new experience for student Cindy Unsworth (pictured top right). “I was nervous the whole time but really enjoyed it.” Student Sam Gillett is pictured with Tauranga National MP Simon Bridges (bottom right). Talia Ross and Ashi Jones join Cindy and Sam (top left) for a quick pic. If you’re interested in a career in hospitality, get in touch with us today! Free phone 0800 002159 or free text UPSKILL to 3165.

Congratulations to Merlin who recently sat & passed his Learners licence! Merlin got his licence paid for because he was the winner of our Youth Service Learner Licence Workshop competition. To get yourself in the draw, all you have to do is attend 3 out of 4 workshops a month. Free call our Youth Service team on 0800 002 159 or Free text upskill to 3165

Last week we hosted a Taster Day at our Tauranga campus - participants had an awesome time and we’re inviting YOU to our next one! We’ve organised fun activities, giveaways and lunch is provided! When: Friday 27th of October Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm Where: EmployNZ building – 94 Second Ave, Tauranga Free call 0800 002 159 or Free text upskill to 3165 - if you’d like to attend.

Every Friday at EmployNZ Tauranga the Youth Service team hold a workshop to help you prepare for getting a job, or for getting your driver’s license. We cover things like creating a CV, setting up an email account, or preparing for your driver’s test. There is a monthly prize draw to get your learners license paid for, or a $90 store voucher to help with interview clothes. Call 0800 002 159 for more info.

Brandon caught up with our Youth Service team at the Into-the-light event recently. One of his goals was to get his learner license. Brandon attended our license workshop to get prepared and won the monthly draw to have his license paid for. Nice one Brandon!

After 2 years of planning the EmployNZ Whanau has finally moved into its purpose-built training facility at 94 2nd Ave! The building is designed with our students in mind, it is open plan with natural light throughout, is climate controlled and has soundproofing, commercial barista facilities, and custom built computer labs. The building will be shared with our sister company Avonmore Tertiary Institute. Call in see us anytime!