--- title: About Weld Australia | Peak Welding Industry Body in Australia description: Weld Australia is the peak body for the welding industry in Australia, supporting members with training, certification, engineering expertise and advocacy. --- [Skip to main content](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/about#main-content) [1300 660 660](tel:1300660660) [info@weldaustralia.com.au](mailto:info@weldaustralia.com.au) [Find a member](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/find-a-member/?hsLang=en) - Membership - [Membership overview](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership?hsLang=en) - [Individual membership](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership#membership-individual) - [Corporate membership](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership#membership-corporate) - [Industry supplier membership](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership#membership-supplier) - [Membership Options](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership?hsLang=en) - Training - [Training overview](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/training?hsLang=en) - 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[Become a member](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership?hsLang=en) ![iStock-2188581107](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hub/441838610/hubfs/iStock-2188581107.webp?width=1192&height=795&name=iStock-2188581107.webp) > Our primary goal is to ensure that the Australian welding industry remains both locally and globally competitive. Weld Australia Our mission ## Facilitating growth of world-class welding in Australia Connecting industry, education, research, and government to lift capability, quality, and safety across the sector. Our vision ## Leading edge technology for all joining processes Enabling industry to access leading edge technologies for all types of joining processes through technology transfer, education, and certification. ![](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hub/441838610/hubfs/iStock-1266644220.webp?width=1200&height=800&name=iStock-1266644220.webp) Weld Australia by the numbers ## Representing welding across every corner of Australia 14,454 welders registered on the Australia Welder Certification Register (AWCR) 10,223 people in the Weld Australia community 509 people completed training courses in 2025 102 projects delivered by the Engineering Team last year Our commitment > Welding is the invisible backbone of Australian industry - and we exist to ensure it remains strong, skilled and globally competitive. > > Weld Australia International standing ## Part of a global welding network As the Australian representative body to the International Institute of Welding (IIW), Weld Australia provides members with access to internationally recognised qualifications, global best practice, and a professional network spanning more than 60 countries. IIW qualifications are recognised by employers, certifying bodies and government agencies worldwide — opening doors for Australian welding professionals on the global stage. [IIW qualifications](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/certification?hsLang=en) 60+ Member countries worldwide 50,000+ IIW-certified professionals 100+ Years of IIW operation 1 Australian representative body In the field ## Weld Australia at work across industry ![C2\_00114](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hub/441838610/hubfs/C2_00114.webp?width=800&height=534&name=C2_00114.webp) Mining & Resources ### Supporting sovereign manufacturing Providing engineering support and certification to major mining and resources projects across Australia. ![C1\_01136](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hub/441838610/hubfs/C1_01136.webp?width=800&height=451&name=C1_01136.webp) Infrastructure ### Building Australia's future Training and certifying the welders and inspectors behind Australia's most critical infrastructure projects. ![iStock-1164942894](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hub/441838610/hubfs/iStock-1164942894.webp?width=800&height=422&name=iStock-1164942894.webp) Defence ### Defence supply chain quality Delivering internationally recognised certification and engineering expertise to Australia's defence and naval sector. People ## Our Team Our team brings together world-class experts from across the globe — leaders, innovators, and technical specialists who live and breathe welding, fabrication, and manufacturing. Driven by a shared passion for excellence, our people are committed to advancing Australia's welding industry on the global stage.  - IWEs on staff Australia's largest team of International Welding Engineers - Global expertise Specialists drawn from industry, academia, and research - Cross-industry Experience across mining, defence, infrastructure, and manufacturing [View all →](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/about/team?hsLang=en) Our offices ## National presence Weld Australia has offices and representatives across Australia to support members and deliver training wherever they need it. - Sydney - Melbourne - Brisbane - Perth - Adelaide ![Map of Australia](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hubfs/441838610/ThirdpartyImages/ChatGPT%20Image%20Jun%2022%2c%202026%2c%2010_06_52%20PM.png) Contact Us ## Get in touch - ### Call us Speak directly with our team. Free call within Australia during business hours. [1800 189 900](tel:1800189900) - ### Email us Send us an enquiry and our team will respond within 1–2 business days. [info@weldaustralia.com.au](mailto:info@weldaustralia.com.au) - ### Head office Suite G1, Ground Floor 25 Ryde Road Pymble NSW 2073 [View all offices](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/contact-us#offices) - ### Welding Safety/Fume Hotline [1800 212 988](tel:+611800212988) ## Frequently asked questions What is Weld Australia Weld Australia is the peak industry body representing the welding sector in Australia. As a not-for-profit, membership-based organisation, we provide training, certification, engineering expertise, and advocacy on behalf of our members.  Who can join Weld Australia Membership is open to individuals, companies, and organisations of all sizes involved in the welding and fabrication industry — from apprentices and welders through to engineering firms and large corporations.  [Contact us](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/contact-us?hsLang=en) ## Become part of Australia's welding community Join Weld Australia and access exclusive member pricing, technical resources, certification pathways, and a network of Australia's leading welding professionals. 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