Kat Kaiwai is a total boss. 11 years ago she started on the lollipop and has worked her way up to managing director of Tairāwhiti Contractors. Listen to her kōrero about how she runs her team – babies and all.

“Try everything, don’t hold back, be as nosey!”

Meet Kat, Managing Director Tairāwhiti Contractors Civil

Paving the way for a more diverse trade industry.

Brought to you by TradeCareers, BCITO Te Pūkenga and Waihanga Ara Rau Workforce Development Council, Building Belonging dives into the barriers keeping women and minorities from entering the trades. Join hosts Genevieve Black and Chris Donnelly as they speak to industry leaders and changemakers to find out how we can create a worksite and sector that is better for everyone.

Meet Kat, Managing Director Tairāwhiti Contractors Civil

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