Training & Endorsements
Fencing Contractors Association of New Zealand (FCANZ), the industry body for fencing contractors, has finalised a career pathway and endorsement structure for the rural sector of the fencing industry. Made up of the NZQA Certificate in Fencing (Levels 3 & 4) delivered by NorthTec, and the Certified Fencer and Accredited Fencing Contractor endorsements, the qualifications provide expectations of quality standards for the industry and, therefore, surety for those who engage FCANZ-endorsed contractors.
FCANZ Accredited Fencing Contractor Endorsement
The Accredited Fencing Contractor endorsement is available to more established businesses and is subject to stringent requirements and a renewal audit. Businesses that have achieved Accredited Fencing Contractor status have proven to the assessment panel that they model industry and business best practice in all facets of their company, including quality of workmanship, health and safety behaviours, and management of employees and sub-contractors. The business principal must have achieved the Certified Fencer endorsement. The business accreditation cannot be transferred should the fencing business be sold.
Read more and apply here: FCANZ Accredited Fencing Contractor Endorsement
Templates:
Client testimonial
Worker Competency Matrix
Further Information:
On-site Audit – What to Expect
Example of Corrective Action Request
Member Code of Ethics & Conduct
For more information, email admin@fcanz.org.nz
FCANZ Certified Fencer Endorsement
Individuals who have achieved NZ Certificate in Fencing Level 4 (delivered by NorthTec) can apply for the FCANZ Certified Fencer endorsement. This annually renewed endorsement is for those who can prove they have the ability to operate as a foreman supervising staff and overseeing the quality of rural fencing jobs.
Read more and apply here: FCANZ Certified Fencer Endorsement
Templates:
Client testimonial
Employer testimonial
For more information, email admin@fcanz.org.nz
NZ Certificate in Fencing (Level 4) - delivered by NorthTec
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Looking to be a fencing supervisor or self-employed fencing contractor? This online programme is for you!
Develop the knowledge and practical skills to design and construct fences, interpret a livestock yard design, construct yards to meet client requirements, and develop the knowledge and skills to lead a team and manage client relationships. This online programme is aimed at experienced fencers who are at, or moving into, a role in a rural fencing enterprise responsible for meeting client fencing requirements.
Certificate in Fencing Level 4 – Learning Matrix
Not sure what standards you’ve achieved? Here’s the link to get your NZ Record of Achievement.
For more information, head to NorthTec or email admin@fcanz.org.nz
NZ Certificate in Fencing (Level 3) - delivered by NorthTec
Developed with FCANZ, the Level 3 programme combines in-work, site visits, online, and block course learning, designed with the hands-on workers of the industry in mind. Graduates of this certificate will have the skills and knowledge to be employed as rural fencers or to be employed in a rural enterprise in a role with some responsibility for constructing and maintaining electric and nonelectric rural fences. Have a look at the example schedule here: Level 3 Example Schedule
Not sure what standards you’ve achieved? Here’s the link to get your NZ Record of Achievement.
For more information, head to NorthTec or email admin@fcanz.org.nz