SARNZ- Scaffolding, Access & Rigging NZ Inc.

It's incredible sad news to hear of more incidences around powerlines. The injuries are horrific and the impacts of an incident like this are lasting. This was a case of working on scaffolding that had been installed too close to powerlines with no close approach consent for the work and no proper risk assessment undertaken of the dangers. Everyone in the industry needs to understand how to work around powerlines, what's required, and what the risks are. We have resources including posters, map links, templates and videos on our website at https://lnkd.in/g3XCM6yV You can also learn more about working near overhead lines at https://lnkd.in/gC9c7bRf Everyone deserves to go home safe. Understand and manage the risks when working at height and near overhead powerlines. If you're not sure, ask. We all want to see our people going home safe at the end of the day. #workplacesafety #construction #scaffolding #healthandsafety

A Historic First for the Rope Access Industry! We’re excited to share a game-changing milestone: For the first time ever, Rope Access Technicians have been officially assigned their own occupational code and recognized as a Level 3 Skilled Trade under New Zealand’s updated Occupational Codes! This formal recognition reflects the skill, precision, and safety standards that define the rope access profession. It’s a huge step forward for the industry and lays the foundation for even greater opportunities. Why This Matters ✅ Recognition: The technical expertise and professionalism of Rope Access Technicians are now officially acknowledged. ✅ Better Data: With a dedicated occupational code, we can finally collect industry-specific data to build a clearer picture of our workforce and its needs. ✅ Career Pathways: This recognition creates stronger opportunities for apprenticeships, career growth, and workforce development while helping attract local talent and support residency pathways for migrant workers. What Employers Need to Know: At this stage, no changes are required from employers or workers. If anything changes, we will let you know as soon as possible. A Look Back: Earlier Achievements Our advocacy efforts have been delivering real results: 1️⃣ Scaffolding Recognition: Scaffolding is now officially classified as a Level 3 trade – another major win for the industry. 2️⃣ Recent AEWV Changes: The New Zealand government has announced several changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) to enhance the immigration system. Key updates include: - Removal of Median Wage Threshold: Effective March 2025, the median wage threshold will be removed, simplifying the hiring process for employers. - Job Check Streamlining: Employers can now more easily re-use approved Job Checks for multiple applicants, reducing administrative delays and making the hiring process smoother for accredited employers. SARNZ has been proud to advocate for these changes, ensuring our industries are recognized, supported, and equipped for the future. These achievements are a testament to what’s possible when we come together as an industry to push for progress. Thank you to everyone who contributed – from participating in consultations to sharing your stories. Together, we’re shaping a stronger, safer, and more sustainable future for the Rope Access, Rigging and Scaffolding industries. #RopeAccess #SkilledTrade #Level3Trade #IndustryRecognition #WorkforceDevelopment #SARNZ Waihanga Ara Rau

As the Christmas break approaches, remember to have any Certificate of Competence (CoC) applications in by 11th December 2024 to have them processed this side of the year. We will return to processing applications in the new year from Tuesday 14th January, 2025. Any applications received after 11th December will be processed in the new year. To avoid delays or any issues, please make sure you plan accordingly. Complete a CoC application here, https://lnkd.in/gK8Vvq3d

🎉 Exciting News for Our Industry! 🎉 As of today, Scaffolding is officially classified as a "Level 3 trade" under New Zealand’s new Occupational Codes! This milestone marks the formal recognition of scaffolding as a Skilled Trade, something the industry has known we have been for years. This achievement has been a long time coming and is a testament to the hard work, persistence, and passion of everyone involved. A heartfelt thank you to all our members who supported this journey by engaging in consultations, sharing your stories, and making your voices heard. Your dedication has been key to driving this significant change. With this recognition, we’re not just validating the skills and expertise of our workforce but also opening doors for better career pathways, opportunities for local workers, and stronger residency pathways for migrant workers. This is a win for scaffolding and a win for New Zealand’s construction and infrastructure sectors. Thank you all for being part of this journey. Together, we’re building a stronger, safer, and more respected industry. #SkilledTrade #ScaffoldingNZ #IndustryMilestone #BuildingOurFuture #ThankYou Chris Penk MP

What a fantastic day last week at the Sustainability, Waste Management Workshop and Trade Show facilitated by Waikato Construction Safety & Wellbeing Forum! There was awesome engagement, insightful questions, and really great connections and conversations had! A massive thank you to all the supporting organisations that made this day possible: 👏 Environmental Innovation Centre 👏 Hamilton City Council 👏 Industrial Site Services Co Ltd 👏 ShrinkWrap Supplies 👏 Livingstone Building NZ 👏 Downey Construction Ltd Huge thanks to our amazing speakers and panelists who provided insights, generated ideas, showcased innovations, talked about what's currently available and where we're heading in the future. You all opened up the forum to be a fantastic place to light the spark, share knowledge and help people start making action. 👏Thank you, Terri-Ann Berry, Nigel Benton, Logan Soole, Jethro Drum, Joanie Pickering, Nicole Bradbury, Ricky Fluhler, Preshant Praveen, Michael Collins, Paula Hassard Wallace, Henry Fullerton-Smith, Stephen Townsend, Paul Gerritsen, Ben Redwood, Nigel Benton, Marita L., Mitika Chaturvedi, Brad Crowley, Diego Lueiza Ben Redwood 👏 And thank you to our star event supporters, David Sopp and Tina Wieczorek. Ngā mihi to everyone who attended and contributed to the vibrant conversations. Together, we’re building a stronger, safer, and more sustainable construction industry for Aotearoa. #construction #scaffolding #constructionnz #Sustainability #ConstructionSafety #WasteManagement #circulareconomy

What is 'strategy' in a business, and how does it differ from goal-setting? This webinar explores what sets strategy apart and how to implement it effectively. Register and share this with other leaders you think might benefit from understanding more about what strategy really is and isn't. This free webinar will cover: 👉 What is strategy (and what is NOT strategy) 👉 Strategy traps to avoid 👉 The most important strategic decision you need to make 👉 Strategic planning best practices 👉 The cadence of successful strategy execution

Is your organisation ready to put its strategy to the test? Join us on 21 November for a free interactive webinar, What Strategy Is and Isn’t, led by Logan Wedgwood and Advisory.Works. Many leaders confuse goal-setting with strategy – but understanding the difference can transform your business. Over this 60-minute lunchtime session (with Q&A), you’ll learn: 👉 What is strategy (and what is NOT strategy) 👉 Strategy traps to avoid 👉 The most important strategic decision you need to make 👉 Strategic planning best practices 👉 The cadence of successful strategy execution 🗓 Date: Thursday, 21 November, 2024 ⏰ Time: 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM (with Q&A) Ready to lead with purpose? Register now, https://lnkd.in/gF2qZJsY

SARNZ is incredibly proud of our CEO, Tina Wieczorek for winning the 2024 Rising Star Award at the Workplace Health & Safety Show!! 👏👏👏 This award further demonstrates the commitment and dedication she has shown to one of SARNZ's crucial pillars - safety. Tina is a proactive and forward-thinking leader who does the hard mahi, and brings the people along too. We are incredibly lucky to have someone in our waka who drives our industry forward, delivers such incredible impact and results, but always keeps an eye on the people. Safety of people is always at the forefront of her mind, making her an exceptional leader. She makes tough decisions and leads by example - even when it means diving into some tough conversations. The determination, dedication and raw passion that she shows in everything she does is truly inspiring and paves a way for future generations. Congratulations on such a well deserved award, Tina!! SARNZ and the industry are so lucky to have someone as passionate, dedicated and considerate as you. We are so proud 👏

This event with SafeSmart Access NZ sounds like a great opportunity to network and learn more about product innovations. Take a look and register 👇

This post is long overdue since the SARNZ- Scaffolding, Access & Rigging NZ Inc. 30th Annual Conference and Tradeshow but a sincere thank you to Clive Dickin, CEO of NASC - National Access and Scaffolding Confederation, and Wayne Connolly, NASC Vice Chair, for making the long journey to join us at the SARNZ conference in New Zealand back in August. Clive provided invaluable insights into the UK market and NASC’s digitization project, while Wayne shared opportunities within the UK scaffolding and access sector. Their contributions were invaluable, and it was inspiring to see the shared commitment to raising industry standards globally. Our guests received a warm cultural welcome, reflecting the manaakitanga and values we uphold at SARNZ. Their presence and contributions truly enriched our event and were warmly received by all attendees. Since solidifying our MOU, the impact of our knowledge-sharing has been significant. Over the past few months, this partnership has allowed us to exchange ideas and best practices that strengthen both our associations and the broader industry, enabling us to tackle shared challenges more effectively and elevate standards together. Jarrod Radcliffe and I are now looking forward to attending ScaffEx in Belfast at the end of November to support, represent SARNZ, and to continue building on this collaboration. If you’ll be there, reach out; we’re excited to connect with more industry leaders passionate about advancing scaffolding, rigging and rope access. Make sure you register—it’s going to be a great event! #SARNZ #Scaffex #NASC #Partnership