The next-gen electric machines showing their worth in Nelson
In the heart of Nelson city, a digger with no fuel cap zaps to life, a silent roller compacts fresh asphalt and a svelte-looking [...]
The difference is clear: why water industry workers love their jobs
Turn on a tap, flush a toilet or enjoy a swim at a beach – all things that many New Zealanders take for granted [...]
Northland contractors tackle flood recovery together
When Cheyne Hakaraia’s manager told him the Prime Minister had called to ask when access across an impassable bridge on Northland’s east coast would [...]
From labouring to living the dream: Jacob and Jethro’s journeys
Picture this: You're fresh out of school, stacking shelves at the local supermarket or doing something similar without a clear career pathway. You decide [...]
Create your own adventure over summer with casual civil construction work
School's almost out and the sun's shining. With a bit of luck you could be earning some solid coin while building and maintaining the [...]
From rookie to running a team: Rafe’s rising career in civil infrastructure
Christchurch’s Rafe Bjork has made big strides since he was featured on the EPIC Careers in Infrastructure website in 2019. Back then he was [...]
Marcus’ journey from cyclone recovery to excavator operator champion
Hawke’s Bay 23-year-old Marcus Ingram has come a long way since he first stepped into an excavator to clear roads and remove mountains of [...]
Toby makes an epic difference: protecting 1,200 new homes in Rotorua
Toby Laidlow says building flood protection to protect new subdivisions and the people who live in them is one of the most satisfying jobs [...]
Civil construction starter kit: Everything you need to kick off your career
If you're thinking about joining the thousands of Kiwis building New Zealand’s future by working in civil construction, this handy ‘career starter kit’ guide [...]
Master of his destiny: Bryce’s journey from digger to director
Most people are happy to own just one or two vehicles, but at just 33 years of age, Bryce O’Sullivan has already amassed a [...]