Steel Construction Apprenticeship
On Job
Level 4
I’m new to the trades
I want to become an apprentice
Fabrication Engineering
Apprenticeships
Steel Construction
I want to upskill
I want to upskill my team
Details
Steel construction engineers specialise in the production of large structural steel components for buildings, bridges, cranes, and heavy machinery.
| Qualification | New Zealand Certificate in Engineering Fabrication (Trade) Level 4 |
|---|---|
| Strand | Steel Construction |
| Credits | 255 |
| Duration | Approx. 48 months |
| Study Type | Workplace-based with online/self-study |
| Start | Anytime |
| Location | NZ-wide |
| Leads To | New Zealand Certificate Mechanical Engineering (Advanced) Level 5 |
What you'll learn
- Structural welding and fabrication
- Producing beams, columns, and large assemblies
- Working to strict construction tolerances
- Reading and interpreting structural drawings
- Safe fabrication and site-ready preparation
Career Opportunities
Structural Steelworker
Bridge Fabricator
Heavy Machinery Fabricator
Crane Construction Technician
Entry requirements
- NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident
- 16+ years old (or ELX approved)
- NCEA Level 2 recommended
- Must be employed in an engineering workplace (we can help with this)
Find this apprenticeship pathway on Tahatū
Qualification:
New Zealand Certificate in Engineering Fabrication (Trade) (Level 4)
Strands offered by ATNZ:
Heavy Fabrication, Light Fabrication, Steel Construction
This qualification is listed on Tahatū Career Navigator, Aotearoa New Zealand’s national careers planning website led by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC).