Cultural Change in Aotearoa’s Construction and Infrastructure Sector Guidelines

This report presents a practical set of guidelines to help organisations across Aotearoa’s construction and infrastructure sector strengthen workplace culture and reduce harmful behaviours. Based on focus groups with Tier 1 firms, SMEs, government agencies, training providers, and sector specialists, the guidelines outline proven actions that support safe, inclusive, and mana-enhancing environments .

With increasing participation from women and persistent rates of bullying, harassment, and discrimination, cultural change is essential for both wellbeing and workforce retention. These guidelines offer a starting point for organisations ready to embed meaningful, long-term change and strengthen their people, systems, and leadership.

Construction and infrastructure employers, HR and H&S leaders, training providers, government agencies, and anyone designing or influencing workplace culture, training, or support systems.

The guidelines address key areas shaping organisational culture, including relationships, reporting practices, leadership behaviour, policies, mental models, and resource allocation.