New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works
Construction
A course by
UCOL
This Level 2 certificate prepares learners for a career in infrastructure works, teaching safety, teamwork, and basic infrastructure activities such as excavation and machinery operation, relevant for maintaining wastewater, stormwater, electricity, and road networks.
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NZQA Level 2 Certification (40 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Work safely and responsibly on infrastructure works sites
Graduates will understand and apply health and safety requirements, identify workplace hazards and follow safe work practices on infrastructure sites.
Perform basic infrastructure works activities
About This Course
The New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Level 2) by UCOL prepares learners to work safely and responsibly on infrastructure works sites and perform basic infrastructure works activities. It covers health and safety legislation, employee responsibilities, hazard identification, teamwork, communication, and practical skills including excavation and use of small machinery. The programme is a 14-week full-time course based in Palmerston North, designed for those starting or progressing in the infrastructure works industry. It includes 40 credits covering introduction to infrastructure works and team skills, health and safety, and infrastructure tools and equipment. The programme is NZQA approved and delivered by UCOL.
Course Content
- Introduction to infrastructure works and team skill requirements covering Health and Safety in Employment Act, employee and employer rights and responsibilities, workplace hazard identification and management, time management, teamwork, communication (15 Credits)
- Health, safety and the environment relevant to infrastructure works sector (16 Credits)
- Infrastructure works tools and equipment including materials for compacting, use of tools and equipment on infrastructure works sites, excavation skills (9 Credits)
Entry Requirements
Open Entry
Build towards these roles
Civil worksRural contractingSurfacing operationsUnderground utilities
Build skills in these industries
Infrastructure WorksConstruction
UCOL is a polytechnic built around the kind of learning that actually sticks — hands-on, practical, and grounded in the real world. With campuses across the lower North Island and a programme range that stretches from trades and health to creative arts and IT, it's a strong fit for learners who want a clear path into work without unnecessary detours. Whether you're fresh out of school, changing direction, or building on what you already know, UCOL is set up to meet you where you are.
