Conference Save the Date
SARNZ Conference is set to be in Wellington on the 23rd and 24th of September 2026.
Job of the Year Awards
SARNZ is pleased to announce the opening of the Job of the Year Awards for 2026.
The objective is to celebrate New Zealand’s excellence in the field of Scaffolding, Access and Rigging by identifying projects that demonstrate efficiency, cost effectiveness, application of sustainability principles, aesthetics, best practice, outstanding teamwork, great safety management and innovation.
This is restricted to Scaffolding, Access and Rigging jobs undertaken by SARNZ members. The project featured in your submission must have been completed during the period July 2025 to end of June 2026.
There are six categories:
- Stand-alone residential home Job of the Year
- Enclosed Scaffold Job of the Year (Could be Shrinkwrap, Kedar or other product)
- Commercial Job of the Year
- $0 - $50k (Light commercial)
- $50 - $200k
- $200k +
- Industrial Job of the Year
- $0 - $50k
- $50 - $200k
- $200k +
- Rigging Job of the Year
- Industrial Rope Access Job of the Year
We will also have an Overall Job of the Year winner.
This is your opportunity to showcase exceptional workmanship, innovation, and safety practices within our industry. Whether it's a challenging construction project, a creative access solution, or a rigging masterpiece, we want to hear about it.
Don't miss your chance to shine the spotlight on your team's achievements. Nominate your project today by completing the nomination form.
Nominations close on 28th June
Finalist interviews (if needed) will be conducted in July/August
Winners will be announced at the SARNZ Conference in September.
Let's celebrate excellence together - nominate your project for the SARNZ Job of the Year Awards today!
* SARNZ reserves the right to recategorise entries based on entries received.
*Entries will be judged by a panel of independent judges representing Scaffolding, Access and Rigging and appointed by the SARNZ Board.
Training Company of the Year Award
At SARNZ (Scaffolding, Access, and Rigging NZ), we aim to recognize the exemplary efforts and contributions of training companies that have demonstrated outstanding dedication to the development and advancement of professionals in the scaffolding, access, and rigging industry. The Training Company of the Year award celebrates organizations that exhibit excellence in their training programs, curriculum development, innovation, and commitment to safety standards. We are looking for a company that not only delivers high-quality training but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement, safety consciousness, and industry leadership. The recipient of this award will serve as a shining example of excellence and inspire others in the industry to strive for greatness.
Trainee of the Year Award
The Trainee of the Year award recognizes individuals who have shown exceptional dedication, skill, and professionalism in their pursuit of excellence in the field of scaffolding, access, and rigging. We are seeking nominees who have demonstrated outstanding performance in their training programs, displayed a strong commitment to safety practices, exhibited exemplary technical proficiency, and shown leadership potential within their teams or organizations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of going above and beyond expectations, continuously seeking opportunities for growth and development, and serving as an inspiration to their peers. The Trainee of the Year recipient will embody the highest standards of professionalism and serve as a role model for future generations of industry professionals.