Testimonials

“Commercial divers in New Zealand require a Department of Labour (DoL) “Certificate of Competency” to work. ADAS is the only certifying body currently recognised by the Department of Labour for the issue of this Certificate of Competency for construction divers, as per the Guidelines for Occupational Diving 2004. Further to this, the New Zealand School of Commercial Diver Training (NZSCDT) is the only commercial provider of ADAS training within New Zealand.”

Geoff Cooper
National Diving Co-ordinator
Department of Labour

“This is Jovy, your student a couple of months ago. Just wanna thank you for the training, It really is coming in handy. I have been working in Bahrain for the past 3 months as a commercial diver. So far I have worked on a number of US Navy ships, from CCTV surveys, hull cleaning, prop polishing, and even replacing a propeller blade. I've lifted barges that have sank, Located 2 kilometers of underground cable, airlifted tons of sand and mud, the list just goes on and on. I just feel fortunate that I got the proper training from you and from NZSCDT, I wouldnt have been able to manage otherwise.”

Jovy Aquino
Ex Student

“Thanks for everything that NZSCDT has given me over the duration of the courses.(Part 1 to 3). It was well structured, very engrossing and were instructed by fantastic individuals with a wealth of knowledge. The facilities were of a high standard, the equipment functional and also of a high standard. Overall a very professional package. My sincere thanks to all associated with the school.”

Ian Englebrecht
Ex Student

“I completed my ADAS part 3 with the NZSCDT in October 2007. The foundation attained at the NZSCDT stood me in good steed to enter the industry. I have been working consistently offshore since November last year (2007), predominantly onboard a DP DSV off Taranaki earning in excess of NZ$1300 a day.”

Luke Hunt
Ex Student

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"Hi Peter
I'm just letting you now that me and Rangi got our first job to replace anodes on a container ship in Auckland.
We did the job for NZ diving & salvaging, The pay was great.
I can not express my appreciation for the course with you guys enough, thanks again
Kind regards
Schalk Bezuidenhout"

E-mail from ex student Jan 2010