New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trades Supervision (Level 5)
Develop the essential skills and knowledge to become a supervisor in the construction industry. This part-time, blended course prepares you to lead teams in residential building, commercial construction trades, or manufacturing, building upon your existing trade experience.
NZ$2,183
inc GST
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Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Windermere Campus, Tauranga
It will take a total of 1 year
NZ$2,183
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
Core skills this course teaches
Lead construction teams effectively
Demonstrate ability to supervise and lead teams within a construction site environment, including monitoring skill development and performance.
Apply legal and ethical standards
Apply knowledge of legislation, regulatory frameworks, and ethical practice in construction supervision.
Promote health, safety, and wellbeing
Manage and promote health and safety practices, supporting both physical and mental wellbeing on-site.
About This Course
The New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trades Supervision (Level 5) equips experienced tradespeople to step into supervisory positions in the construction industry. Delivered part-time and through blended learning—online, day release, and night classes—this programme supports you to specialise in residential, commercial, or manufacturing supervision. Learners develop competencies in communication, legal compliance, health and safety, team leadership, self-management, problem solving, ethical practice, and understanding social, economic, and environmental sustainability in construction.
Course Content
- Communication
- Legislation affecting construction
- Health & Safety (including physical and mental wellbeing)
- People Skills (leading and monitoring team members, monitoring skill development)
- Self-Management
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Ethical Practice
- Social, economic, and environmental sustainability of the building and construction industry
Entry Requirements
Must be employed in the construction industry and in a role with, or able to take on, supervisory responsibilities.
Hold a Level 4 qualification in Carpentry, OR a Trade Certificate in a building or construction trade, OR have completed an approved apprenticeship, OR possess equivalent knowledge and skills.
Achieved NCEA Level 2 or equivalent academic achievement.
Entry may be granted at the discretion of the Executive Dean on a case-by-case basis.
Build towards these roles
Carpentry Site SupervisorSite ForemanSite SupervisorConstruction SupervisorOperations SupervisorTeam LeaderManufacturing Team LeaderManufacturing SupervisorProduction SupervisorProduction Team LeaderConstruction AssistantConstruction CoordinatorAssistant Project ManagerProject Manager
Build skills in these industries
ConstructionManufacturing
Known for hands-on, industry-aligned education, Toi Ohomai focuses on giving learners real skills that lead to real outcomes. With strong employer connections, supportive teaching, and clear pathways across certificates, diplomas, and degrees, it’s a place where learning stays relevant and confidence grows over time. Courses span trades, construction, business, health, creative industries, technology, and primary industries, helping learners build experience and momentum for whatever comes next.
