Make sure the standout trainees in your business are given the chance to shine on an industry stage.
The Connexis Energy Trainee Awards recognise the hard work and commitment it takes to skill up by rewarding the best and brightest trainees working in Electricity Supply and Telecommunications. They also celebrate those who promote industry training by supporting and inspiring young people who are on their training journey.
Winners are announced at the Connexis Excellence Awards dinner on the last night of Annual Connection – Thursday 22nd October 2026. Presentations will be made to the recipients of the Trainee Awards along with the winners of Annual Connection held over the previous three days.
The 2026 Connexis Excellence Awards are proudly hosted by Counties Energy on Thursday 22nd October 2026 – Pukekohe Indian Community Centre, 55 Ward Street, Pukekohe.
Key dates:
- 31 July – Nominations close
- June 2026 – Tickets on sale
- 1 September 2026 – Finalists announced
- 22 October 2026
Award categories:
- Transmission Trainee of the Year
- Generation Trainee of the Year
- Distribution Trainee of the Year
- Advanced Trainee of the Year
- Utility Arborist Trainee of the Year (NEW for 2026!)
- Traction Line Mechanic Trainee of the Year
- Leadership in Electricity Supply Industry Training