Materials Handling Equipment

The New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering with strand in Materials Handling Equipment (Levels 3 and 4) gives you the practical skills required for servicing and repairing electric and non-electric forklifts and other fuel or electric powered machinery.

Course low-down

Level: 3 and 4
Duration: 4 years
Fee: $1,189*

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Qualification

New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering with strand in Materials Handling Equipment

Eligibility

Must be employed in the automotive industry
Suitable for apprentices and entry-level technicians

You'll learn to

Work safely and effectively in an automotive workshop by following industry policies, procedures, and regulations.
Use workshop tools and apply core automotive engineering knowledge to service vehicle systems, including basic electrical and electronic repairs.
Monitor the workplace and respond to issues to maintain a safe, efficient environment.
Diagnose and repair common faults in electric and non‑electric forklifts and other fuel‑ or battery‑powered materials‑handling equipment.

Credits

Level 3: 120 credits
Level 4: 240 credits

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From forklifts to specialised lifting gear, this programme builds the skills you need to service and repair the equipment that powers warehouses, logistics hubs, and manufacturing sites.

With hands‑on learning supported by flexible online study, you’ll gain real‑world experience while progressing at your own pace – all backed by MITO’s easy‑to‑use online Portal.

Programme outline

The programme includes a mix of workplace practical learning and eLearning which allows you to complete theory elements of the programme in your own time and at your own pace.

You can access eLearning resources, including videos, interactive simulations and online theory assessments, at any time and from any device – mobile phone, tablet or computer.

Real-time results and progress reports are available through MITO’s online Portal to both you and your supervisor.

Choose to complete one or both of the following qualifications:

New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering with Strand in Materials Handling Equipment (Level 4).

Training fee

The training fee is $1,189 (excluding GST and any bulk learner discount). Note this is an annual fee and is refundable.

*Prices may vary for work visa holders.

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Not yet employed in the automotive industry?

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