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Skills for the Aotearoa New Zealand service industry

ServiceIQ is the workplace training specialist for a large part of Aotearoa New Zealand's service industry.

We help our customers succeed by growing their talent.

 

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The service sector is an important industry. Here are some feature articles on recent news and updates...

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    Your Passport to the Travel Industry Starts Here

    Students and career seekers, welcome to the exhilarating world of the travel industry. With a multitude of entry-level options and strong prospects for growth, it's highly possible to turn your wanderlust into a fulfilling profession. 

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    Important update about ServiceIQ

    On 1 January 2026, responsibility for work-based training will move from Te Pūkenga to the ISBs.

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    Keeping Quality at the Heart of ServiceIQ

    Introducing Ivonne Brooker-Leon, Quality Assurance Manager at ServiceIQ. Ivonne discusses her varied role and outlines why Quality Assurance is at the heart of everything we do. 

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    From Hawke’s Bay Kitchen Hand to Wellington Apprentice Chef: Kevin Karena’s Journey

    Meet Kevin Karena – a chef at Wellington's renowned Floriditas eatery and a standout talent from ServiceIQ's New Zealand Cookery Apprenticeship programme.

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    2026 Resource Pre-Orders

    Get ahead of the Term 1 rush by pre-ordering your printed, blended, or fully online resources for 2026 delivery. Starts 3rd November 2025

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    Take the Next Step to Becoming a Bar Manager: Start with the Licence Controller Qualification

    Discover all the need-to-knows around ServiceIQ’s Licence Controller Qualification, better known as the LCQ. 

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    From Kitchen to Dance Floor: Esther-rose Murray's NZ Apprenticeship in Cookery Pathway

    Meet Esther-rose Murray, a chef with Compass Group NZ and a shining star from ServiceIQ's New Zealand Cookery Apprenticeship programme. 

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    Real Progress: The Retail Career Path Made Easy

    The retail trade employs more than 220,000 people in New Zealand, accounting for around 9% of the nation’s total workforce, according to Stats NZ. With numerous entry points, flexible scheduling, and a controllable work-life balance, a career in retail is an attractive proposition for many.

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    Breaking barriers in uniform: Roshelle Jessop’s trailblazing career

    From first female carpentry apprentice and first female Specialist Search Team member in the NZ Army to world ranked powerlifter, the word 'trailblazer' is a great fit for Roshelle Jessop, Service Sector Advisor – Aviation, at ServiceIQ.

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    Taking Initiative: Maria’s Self-Funded Retail Apprenticeship

    Maria Brown of Palmerston North has just completed her New Zealand Apprenticeship in Retail, a significant achievement made even more impressive by the fact that she funded her learning herself.

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    Tony Laskey on Newstalk ZB

    As the Industry Training Organisation for New Zealand’s service sector, ServiceIQ plays a key role in helping businesses grow through workplace learning.

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    Training that fits around the hustle: On-the-job upskilling for Hospitality teams

    Access to easy-to-apply, industry-recognised, real-world upskilling is the holy grail for employers and employees in the hospitality industry. In our latest article, we explain how flexible training integrates into your hospitality business without pulling staff off the floor. 

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    From Passion to Precision: Sebastian’s Journey to the Stars with Rocket Lab and ServiceIQ

    For Sebastian Mataric, space wasn’t just a distant dream, it was a fascination that started early and never faded.

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    From Refugee to Qualified Chef – Ahmad’s Journey with ServiceIQ and Cater Plus

    Ahmad Azemah’s journey to becoming a qualified chef is nothing short of inspiring. 

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    Scenic Hotel Group leading the way with on-job training across Aotearoa

    International visitors brought in nearly $17 billion in the past year alone, and total tourism expenditure has reached record-breaking highs. But behind the economic celebration lies a pressing issue: the hospitality workforce is shrinking fast. With enrolments in tourism and hospitality education collapsing by over 70% in the past decade, the industry faces a critical talent shortage. 

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    ServiceIQ | Government Announcement for work-based learning divisions

    The Minister for Vocational Education Penny Simmonds has announced the results of the work-based learning consultation that was held in February.

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    Soaking Up Skills at Hanmer Springs

    Known worldwide for its natural thermal waters and exceptional visitor experience, Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa is not only a must-visit destination but also a shining example of a business dedicated to developing its people. 

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    Quality counts: Keeping qualifications meaningful and consistent

    Quality Assurance plays a vital role behind the scenes, participating each year in NZQA Consistency Reviews for a range of qualifications. It’s part of our commitment ensuring every graduate is equipped with the skills and knowledge their qualification promises – no matter where or how they trained.

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    Gateway students discovering healthy futures in pharmacy

    Aotearoa’s pharmacies are more than just a place to pick up a prescription – they’re the frontline of our healthcare system. And thanks to the Healthy Futures Pharmacy Gateway Programme, secondary school students are getting the opportunity to experience that vital role first-hand.

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    Consistency Reviews

    As an education provider offering NZQA qualifications, we are required to participate in NZQA Consistency Reviews each year for our various programmes. This quality assurance process ensures that our graduates consistently achieve the intended qualification outcomes and that our programmes provide real value to the sector.

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