Friday 23 October 2026

Do you want to help shape the future workforce in the Mechanical Engineering industry?

This year, MIT and Unitec came together to form a single organisation focused on meeting the training needs of Tāmaki Makaurau – Auckland.

Increasing our engagement with industry and professional groups is a key part of ensuring we achieve this goal.

Aotearoa’s largest on-campus provider of applied education and vocational skills is inviting key stakeholders with expertise and experience in industry as well as recent graduates to be members on the Programme Advisory Committees (PAC).

PACs are made up of key stakeholders with expertise and experience in industry and recent graduates. Members of the PAC play a critical role in reviewing our qualifications and offering their input on the learning and skills graduates require to contribute in the workplace now, and into the future.

Please see below for more information about the PACs and how to fill out an Expression of Interest form to become a member.  

Through providing insights into professional standards, as well as current and emerging trends in the sector, members can help build a work-ready talent pipeline for the region and the country.

Do you want to help shape the future workforce in the Mechanical Engineering industry?

This year, MIT and Unitec came together to form a single organisation focused on meeting the training needs of Tāmaki Makaurau – Auckland.

Increasing our engagement with industry and professional groups is a key part of ensuring we achieve this goal.

Aotearoa’s largest on-campus provider of applied education and vocational skills is inviting key stakeholders with expertise and experience in industry as well as recent graduates to be members on the Programme Advisory Committees (PAC).

PACs are made up of key stakeholders with expertise and experience in industry and recent graduates. Members of the PAC play a critical role in reviewing our qualifications and offering their input on the learning and skills graduates require to contribute in the workplace now, and into the future.

Please see below for more information about the PACs and how to fill out an Expression of Interest form to become a member.  

Through providing insights into professional standards, as well as current and emerging trends in the sector, members can help build a work-ready talent pipeline for the region and the country.

MIT and Unitec
As a unified organisation, we are now the largest dual sector, on-campus provider of applied education and vocational skills training in Aotearoa – New Zealand. Together, we are pursuing even deeper connections with industry which will benefit our graduates and the New Zealand economy.

What is involved in being a PAC member?

• PAC members serve a two-year term with possible renewal
• There will be four hui per year where they will review materials, provide sector‑specific insights, and support engagement across employers, industries, hapū, and communities
• The first hui will take place in late 2026

What criteria are we looking for in a PAC member?
Membership should reflect a broad set of applicable characteristics, skills and experiences, including:

• Demonstrated expertise in the relevant industry, profession or community
• A deep commitment to supporting education and workforce development
• Ability to provide strategic insights based on expertise and understanding of industry needs.
• Recent graduates with insights into our programmes and how they have equipped them for work in their industry
• Willingness to contribute to annual visits to give feedback on the programme
• Ability to work collegially.

Who will the members of our PAC be?

• At least four and no more than six key stakeholders with expertise and experience of the industry AND
• At least two and no more than four members who have graduated from one of the relevant programmes within the past five years.

How do I apply to become a member?
Please fill out this Expression of Interest form before Friday 6 November, 11.59pm.
If you have any questions, please contact us on julie.prentice@manukau.ac.nz.