Southland’s Engineering Pathways.
Building the next generation of engineering and manufacturing talent. right here.
Southland is built on skilled hands and smart thinking.
Southland is home to one of the highest concentrations of engineering firms per capita in the country. The work happening in workshops, on factory floors, and across advanced manufacturing sites, needs skilled people coming through. That's where the pathways matter. This page brings together the training, partnerships and national campaigns helping young people step into engineering and manufacturing careers in Southland.
Part of a National Story: The Future Makers.
The Future Makers is a national campaign led by Advancing Manufacturing Aotearoa (AMA), championing the people, technology and opportunities shaping modern manufacturing across New Zealand. Engage is proud to support the campaign from Southland. Strong industry. Skilled people. Real outcomes.
Stories from Southland’s Engineering & Manufacturing Sector.
Partnerships That Build Pathways.
Working Together to Grow Southland’s Engineering Workforce
SIT attracts students from across New Zealand and the world to study engineering in the region with the highest number of engineering firms per capita in the country. Building capability now to support Southland’s future workforce.
Hands-on trade training designed to set young people up for real careers in engineering and manufacturing. Ka Tū provides practical skills, mentoring, and clear pathways into industry roles.
Connecting young people with employers through workplace visits, industry events, work readiness training, and the Work Ready Passport. A strong pipeline supporting the next generation entering engineering and manufacturing.