There is a clear pathway out of the Graduate Programme and into various roles within the company. There are quite a few options that can suit many different kinds of people, despite how small the GIS industry is within NZ. The employer takes into account your goals and helps you work towards them and provides opportunities to work/train in certain areas if you express the desire to do so. As long as you are self-motivated and driven, you will see success here.
Yes, they do have a lot off promotion possibilities here, with a wide variety of teams focused on different aspects of the business. From consulting for particular clients, sales, customer support and more. However, the high volume of graduates employed here can make for quite a competitive environment for graduates specifically. Too be successful you not only have to be a hard worker but also willing to learn and adapt with the ever-changing technology we work with.