New Zealand Certificate in Fencing (Level 4)
Construction
A course by
NorthTec
Gain the knowledge and practical skills to design and construct fences and livestock yards, manage fencing teams, and meet client requirements in rural settings.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 4 locations
It will take a total of 30 weeks
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Design and construct fence lines
Ability to design and construct fence lines that meet specific design and client requirements.
Interpret and construct livestock yard designs
Develop skills to read livestock yard plans and construct yards that meet both design specifications and client needs.
Facilitate teamwork and manage client relationships
Use a range of effective interpersonal and management skills to coordinate teams and deliver projects to client specifications.
What You're Signing Up For
This programme is designed for experienced fencers moving into supervisory or contracting roles. Students will develop skills to design and build fences, interpret and construct livestock yard designs, and lead teams while managing client relationships. The qualification targets those in a rural fencing enterprise responsible for delivering client projects to specification.
Course Content
- Fence line design and construction
- Livestock yard interpretation and construction
- Facilitating teamwork
- Client relationship management
- Leading rural fencing project teams
- Practical skills workshops (regional campuses)
- Health and safety in fencing operations
What you need to know first
At least 16 years old at programme commencement
At least two years’ industry experience in fencing
Basic English skills (read, write, communicate in English at a basic level)
IELTS 5.5 (no band score lower than 5), or equivalent (for non-native English speakers)
Physical ability to complete programme outcomes
Recommended: New Zealand Certificate in Fencing (Level 3)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Agriculture
Rural Contracting
Future employment opportunities might be
Fencer
Farm Fencer
Fencing Contractor
Fencing Team Supervisor
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