Join IPWEA SA

What are the Benefits of Joining IPWEA SA?

• Discounted entry to relevant training workshops and conferences
• Eligibility for State and National Excellence Awards
• Scholarships for Overseas Study Tours
• Access to best practice manuals to assist in the work place
• Free technical focus General Meetings
• Presentations on new products and projects
• Opportunities for involvement in technical panels and advisory committees that focus upon specific topics of interest
• National bi-monthly journal “Public Works Engineering”
• The quarterly Division newsletter
• Distinctive Membership badge and Membership certificate
• Free entry to the Tradesman’s Expo displaying the latest in public works technology and equipment
• Up to date news and information through the website

• Access to IPWEA Communities of Practice
  • Online 'Member Ribbon' recognition
  • Online Member Profile
  • Eligible for Most Active Member awards
• Access to the “Ask Your Mates Open Forum” web based discussion forum
• Access to the web based asset management discussion forum
• Access to discount car hire and accommodation through “Mates Rates”
• Invitation to attend the Annual Mid Year dinner (restrictions apply to some member grades)
• Free entry to the Christmas luncheon held in conjunction with the Annual General Meeting
• A network of associates with common goals and problems as well as the opportunity to socialise with your peers through a program of “non-technical” networking functions
• Free entry into the Division’s famous “footy tipping” contest 

What is the Fee Structure (2011/2012; GST included)?

Member                                                           $214.5

Rural Member                                                  $143

Fellow                                                             $214.5

Emeritus Member                                             Non Fee Paying

Retired Member                                               $49.50

Honorary Member                                           Non Fee Paying

Student Member                                              Free

Corporate Member                                           $632.5 for three persons, plus 214.5 per additional person                                                                                         

Membership Criteria

Any person involved in the provision of public works and services, including but not limited to, local, state & federal government employees; consultants; and contractors. This includes engineers, designers, technical staff, planners, project managers, works officers, supervisors, and equipment and material suppliers.

Public works and services include: roads, drainage, parks, horticulture, buildings, water and wastewater treatment, airports, waste management and recycling, safety, emergency management, heritage protection, asset management, traffic, parking and transportation.

The Board has the right to approve or refuse membership to the Institute and typically bases its decision on the Engineers Australia code of ethics.

What Membership Category do I fall under?

There are 7 categories of ordinary membership, these are:

Member

Any person who is actively engaged in the delivery of public works and services may be admitted as a Member. This person may be a professional (e.g. Engineer, Planner) or non-professional (e.g.: technician, supervisor) staff member or consultant to an organisation or public agency engaged in the delivery of public works and services.

Rural member

This category is for members who would otherwise qualify as ordinary members but are working in a municipality which is outside of the Greater Adelaide metropolitan area. Some minor restrictions on membership benefits may apply.

Fellow

Any member who has been a member continuously for a period of at least five years may be designated a Fellow by resolution of the Membership Committee in recognition of outstanding service to the Institute.

Emeritus Member

This grade is the highest that can be bestowed on any member. The National Executive awards it on the recommendation of a State Division.

Retired Member

This category is available to members who have retired from the workforce but wish to remain associated with the institute.

Honorary Member

This grade is limited to persons the State Board considers worthy of the title, and is not necessarily limited to persons who fulfil the definition of Member. Eligible persons must have given outstanding service in the field of public works and services or have given particular assistance to the Institute. An Honorary Member may be elected for a specific limited period of time.

Student Member

This category is for students studying for a three year diploma or four year degree course in a discipline relevant course at a nationally accredited University or TAFE College. Student membership is time limited, and has some minor restrictions on membership benefits.

How do I apply for membership?