19 September 2013
Competenz expands on-the-job training offering
PaMPITO merging into Competenz
High performing industry training organisation (ITO) Competenz, has announced its intention to merge with the Plastics
and Materials Processing Industry Training Organisation (PaMPITO).
The Minister of Tertiary Education formally approved the merger on the 18th of September and it will go ahead on 1
October 2013.
Competenz Chairman Mike Simm says the merger makes strategic sense for both organisations and reduces duplication in the
sector for the benefit of business owners.
“PaMPITO shares a number of synergies with Competenz and we are pleased that its Board has recognised the logical fit
and mutual benefits the merger represents. By simplifying systems and reducing duplication of services across the
industry we are helping to remove barriers to industry training to the benefit of both learners and businesses.”
“As a multi-sector ITO with scale and expertise in manufacturing, engineering, food & beverage and transport skills development, Competenz is able to bring to the merger significant benefits for businesses
and trainees, based on the strength of our national network of account managers and focus on customer service,” says Mr
Simm.
The merger follows the February release of the Ministry of Education’s Industry Training Review, and aligns with the
Government’s view that consolidation of ITOs will create a more cohesive vocational education system.
All existing services offered by PaMPITO will be retained, and will benefit from greater back-of-house efficiencies and
the ability to benefit from Competenz’s e-learning system.
Competenz will increase its gazetted industry coverage to include manufacturing in plastics, pharmaceuticals, glass,
paint and coatings, apparel and textiles as well as the laundry and dry cleaning industry. They will take over the lease
on PaMPTIO’s Manukau premises, adding this to their nationwide network of 12 offices. A specialist Strategy and
Integration team led by General Manager Fiona Kingsford will ensure a smooth transition under the Competenz banner.
The merger will be the third for Competenz since December 2012, after successfully integrating Retail Meat ITO and
forestry training organisation FITEC into its operation.
Mr Simm says the merger is a positive step for all parties involved.
“Competenz is committed to making New Zealand businesses more competitive, with skilled and productive staff, and this
merger forms an important part of that goal. We are looking forward to working alongside and continuing the close
relationships with those organisations and learners who have been well represented by PaMPITO in the past.”
About Competenz
Competenz is a multi-sector Industry Training Organisation (ITO) focused on Manufacturing. Our goal is to make New
Zealand businesses more competitive, with skilled and productive staff. We set qualification standards for our industries and make it easy to train employees on-the-job.
In the last 12 months Competenz merged with Retail Meat ITO, taking on responsibility for Butchery Apprenticeships in
New Zealand and with FITEC, taking on responsibility for the Forestry, Wood Manufacturing and Furniture Manufacturing
Industries.
About PaMPITO
PaMPITO (Plastics and Materials Processing Industry Training Organisation) is the ITO responsible for training and
national qualifications in seven of New Zealand’s plastics and materials related sectors. PaMPITO aims to provide
training solutions that result in business excellence and growth, to help employees achieve meaningful careers.
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