Grow your business with the next generation of plumbers, gasfitters and drainlayers
Train apprentices your way on real PGD jobs so they learn your systems, standards, and customer expectations from day one.
Close skills gaps across plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying by growing your own talent instead of competing for qualified staff.
EarnLearn supports on-job learning and off-job block courses, with funding options (e.g. Apprenticeship Boost) to help offset training costs.
Train apprentices your way on real PGD jobs so they learn your systems, standards, and customer expectations from day one.
Close skills gaps across plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying by growing your own talent instead of competing for qualified staff.
EarnLearn supports on-job learning and off-job block courses, with funding options (e.g. Apprenticeship Boost) to help offset training costs.
Train apprentices your way on real PGD jobs so they learn your systems, standards, and customer expectations from day one.
Close skills gaps across plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying by growing your own talent instead of competing for qualified staff.
EarnLearn supports on-job learning and off-job block courses, with funding options (e.g. Apprenticeship Boost) to help offset training costs.
Three simple ways to set plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying apprentices up to win on site and progress faster.
Rotate apprentices across plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying tasks—rough-in, pipe runs, testing, fault-finding, installs, and maintenance. The variety builds capability and confidence fast.
Set clear expectations, demo once, then let them do—with supervision. Small wins daily add up to licensed talent you can rely on.
Progress requires on-job evidence and off-job learning. Give time for assessments, support study on quieter days, and plan around block-course schedules so work keeps flowing.
We’ll keep you updated on dates and requirements—your encouragement and time allowance help them qualify sooner and work safer.
Provide the right tools/PPE, model safe work methods, and make it easy to ask questions. Emphasise NZ compliance—testing, certifications, isolations, and confined-space practices where relevant.
A supportive culture keeps apprentices engaged and lifts quality for your customers.
Fill out the form and our team will be in touch to guide you through the process, answer your questions, and help you take the next step in growing your workforce.
Already have someone ready, or need help? We’ll confirm eligibility and the right PGD pathway for your business.
We set up the EarnLearn training agreement and support registration with the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB).
Apprentices work under your supervision across plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying tasks—building real skills and evidence.
They attend scheduled block courses and complete theory modules. We’ll share dates early so you can plan workloads.
Your EarnLearn Account Manager checks in, keeps training on track, and helps apprentices progress toward licensing.
Already have someone ready, or need help? We’ll confirm eligibility and the right PGD pathway for your business.
We set up the EarnLearn training agreement and support registration with the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB).
Apprentices work under your supervision across plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying tasks—building real skills and evidence.
They attend scheduled block courses and complete theory modules. We’ll share dates early so you can plan workloads.
Your EarnLearn Account Manager checks in, keeps training on track, and helps apprentices progress toward licensing.
Already have someone ready, or need help? We’ll confirm eligibility and the right PGD pathway for your business.
We set up the EarnLearn training agreement and support registration with the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB).
Apprentices work under your supervision across plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying tasks—building real skills and evidence.
They attend scheduled block courses and complete theory modules. We’ll share dates early so you can plan workloads.
Your EarnLearn Account Manager checks in, keeps training on track, and helps apprentices progress toward licensing.
We’re here to help. If you have questions, our friendly team can guide you through taking on and supporting a plumbing, gasfitting, or drainlaying apprentice.
Get in touch and share your work mix (plumbing, gasfitting, drainlaying). We’ll confirm eligibility, set up the EarnLearn training agreement, and onboard you and your apprentice into the right qualification pathway.
You’ll be partnered with an EarnLearn Account Manager who provides regular check-ins, training plans, progress insights, assessment guidance, block-course scheduling support, and help navigating funding and compliance.
Provide a safe, supportive workplace, ensure appropriate supervision, give your apprentice access to a full PGD work mix, and allow time for assessments and off-job training.
Yes. We’ll support you and your apprentice through registration with the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board and ensure supervision and licensing requirements are met.
Generally three to four years, depending on prior experience, job variety, workplace exposure, and assessment and block-course progression.
Yes. Block courses and online theory are essential parts of the qualification. We’ll provide dates early and help you plan workloads to keep jobs moving.
Government support changes over time. We’ll confirm what subsidies or programme funding are available when you sign up your apprentice.
Reach out early. We can create a tailored support plan, schedule check-ins, provide additional guidance, and get progress back on track.
EarnLearn provides free, specialised learning and wellbeing support services to all apprentices and employers during their training.
Our nationwide team of dedicated EarnLearn Account Managers (AM) are your ‘go-to’ for all things related to your apprentice’s training. They help coordinate off-job and on-job learning, and can provide support from enrolment through to completion.
We check in on our apprentices every 8 weeks throughout their training to ensure they are supported in all ways.
If you have any questions, give them a call.
0800 327 648 (0800 EARN IT)
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
If you’re overseas, please phone
+64 09 9051748
supportel@waiouru.earnlearn.ac.nz
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