--- title: Welding Association Membership Australia | Weld Australia description: Join Australia's peak welding industry body. Access training, certification, technical support, networking and advocacy through Weld Australia membership. --- [Skip to main content](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership#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) - [Course timetable](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/courses?hsLang=en) - [Welding Inspection](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/courses?category=welding-inspection&hsLang=en#all-courses) - 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[Explore membership options](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership#membership-options) [Membership prospectus](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hubfs/441838610/Weld%20Australia%20-%20Membership%20Prospectus%202026.pdf) ![iStock-1266644220 (2)](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hub/441838610/hubfs/placeholders/Stocked%20Images/iStock-1266644220%20(2).jpg?width=1200&height=800&name=iStock-1266644220%20(2).jpg) Watch: why members join ### IIW representative Australia’s voice in the global welding community ### Globally recognised Internationally accepted qualifications and certifications ### Industry connections Bridging industry, education and government ### Largest IWE team Expert engineering support across every industry Why join Weld Australia? ## Practical value from day one ### Stay competitive Access expert guidance on Australian and international standards to meet compliance requirements and deliver high-quality work every time. ### Build capability Discounted training, certification, and engineering services to upskill your workforce and strengthen your business. ### Reduce risk and rework Leverage best-practice resources and technical support to improve efficiency, minimise errors, and protect your bottom line. ### Grow your network Connect with industry leaders, peers, and potential clients through events, forums, and working groups across Australia. ### Win more work Enhance your credibility with recognised industry affiliation — helping you secure contracts and build trust with clients. ### Influence the industry Be part of a collective voice advocating for stronger standards, local content, and a sustainable future for Australian manufacturing. ### Access real value Member-only discounts, supplier offers, credit vouchers, and practical tools that deliver immediate, measurable ROI. Welding membership options ## Find the membership that's right for you Whether you’re a fabricator, inspector, engineer, apprentice, educator, or supplier — we have a membership package built for your operating reality. Corporate Industry supplier Individual and reciprocal Free memberships Free ### Corporate membership packages Designed for fabricators, contractors, asset owners and primes delivering Australia’s most critical projects. Gain technical leadership, a powerful advocacy voice, substantial discounts, and trusted connections across the national supply chain. Gold member ![Gold member badge](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/hubfs/raw_assets/public/weld-australia-theme/assets/img/member-logo-gold.png) #### Gold Premier corporate membership Membership fee **$20,000** AUD per year, ex GST - 1 seat per industry group — shape standards and policy - Personal advocacy and half-day strategy session with C-suite - 10 Welding Excellence Awards tickets - 15% off engineering services and company certification - 20 MEM learning resource licences and 5 simulator days - Gold status listing and unlimited associate memberships - Feature opportunities across Weld Connect, Australian Welding and social media [Apply now](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership/join/?tier=corporate-gold&price_label=Membership+fee&price_value=%2420%2C000&price_sub=AUD+per+year%2C+ex+GST&hsLang=en) Silver member ![Silver member badge](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/hubfs/raw_assets/public/weld-australia-theme/assets/img/member-logo-silver.png) #### Silver Full corporate membership Membership fee **$8,500** AUD per year, ex GST - Access to industry group outcomes - Roundtable invitation and 2 annual C-suite lunches - 4 Welding Excellence Awards tickets - 12% off engineering services and company certification - 10 MEM learning resource licences and 2 simulator days - Silver status listing and unlimited associate memberships - Submit content to publications and weekly wrap [Apply now](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership/join/?tier=corporate-silver&price_label=Membership+fee&price_value=%248%2C500&price_sub=AUD+per+year%2C+ex+GST&hsLang=en) Bronze member ![Bronze member badge](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/hubfs/raw_assets/public/weld-australia-theme/assets/img/member-logo-bronze.png) #### Bronze Entry-level corporate membership Membership fee **$3,000** AUD per year, ex GST - Roundtable invitation and campfire session access - 2 Welding Excellence Awards tickets - 8% off engineering services and company certification - 5 MEM learning resource licences - Bronze status listing and member rates on services - Unlimited associate memberships and publications access - 2 jobs board adverts and supplier discount ecosystem [Apply now](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership/join/?tier=corporate-bronze&price_label=Membership+fee&price_value=%243%2C000&price_sub=AUD+per+year%2C+ex+GST&hsLang=en) Credit vouchers are valid for one year and can be used towards engineering services and training. Contact Weld Australia for the full corporate prospectus. ### Industry supplier membership packages If your business supplies equipment, consumables, software or services to Australia’s welding and fabrication sector, this membership gives you trusted, permissioned access to a national audience of fabricators, contractors, inspectors, educators, asset owners and OEMs. Gold supplier ![Gold member badge](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/hubfs/raw_assets/public/weld-australia-theme/assets/img/member-logo-gold.png) #### Gold Maximum brand exposure Membership fee **$20,000** AUD per year, ex GST - Company showcase event per year - Priority rights for Industry Drinks Nights sponsorship - Gold sponsor recognition at Welding Excellence Awards - Newsletter, magazine, social and dedicated EDM opportunities - Personal advocacy and C-suite strategy session [Apply now](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership/join/?tier=supplier-gold&price_label=Membership+fee&price_value=%2420%2C000&price_sub=AUD+per+year%2C+ex+GST&hsLang=en) Silver supplier ![Silver member badge](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/hubfs/raw_assets/public/weld-australia-theme/assets/img/member-logo-silver.png) #### Silver Targeted reach and recognition Membership fee **$15,000** AUD per year, ex GST - Company showcase webinar per year - Silver sponsor recognition at Welding Excellence Awards - Newsletter, magazine and social media exposure - Roundtable invitation and C-suite lunch access - 10 MEM licences and 2 simulator days [Apply now](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership/join/?tier=supplier-silver&price_label=Membership+fee&price_value=%2415%2C000&price_sub=AUD+per+year%2C+ex+GST&hsLang=en) Bronze supplier ![Bronze member badge](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/hubfs/raw_assets/public/weld-australia-theme/assets/img/member-logo-bronze.png) #### Bronze Market presence and access Membership fee **$10,000** AUD per year, ex GST - Company showcase webinar per year - Bronze sponsor recognition at Welding Excellence Awards - Newsletter, magazine and social media exposure - Preferred supplier status and directory listing - 5 MEM licences and technical resources access [Apply now](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership/join/?tier=supplier-bronze&price_label=Membership+fee&price_value=%2410%2C000&price_sub=AUD+per+year%2C+ex+GST&hsLang=en) ### Individual membership Built for welders, inspectors, supervisors, engineers, and educators. Individual Membership gives you the skills, recognition and community to progress your career — a practical way to stay current with standards and be part of Australia’s largest welding network. Individual member #### Individual Welders, inspectors, engineers and educators Membership fee **$199** AUD per year, ex GST - Member rates on training, certification and exams - CPD pathways and structured upskilling - Timely guidance on Australian Standards - Free technical guidance notes - Industry supplier discounts - Weld Connect and Australian Welding Journal - Access to jobs board and free member events [Join now](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership/join/?tier=individual&price_label=Membership+fee&price_value=%24199&price_sub=AUD+per+year%2C+ex+GST&hsLang=en) Reciprocal member #### Reciprocal Partner associations and their members Membership fee **$0** Free - All individual member benefits included - Access to Weld Australia’s national network - Shared knowledge base and technical resources - Cross-association advocacy and policy voice - Enhanced credibility with stakeholders [Contact us](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership/join/?tier=reciprocal&price_label=Membership+fee&price_value=%240&price_sub=Free&hsLang=en) #### Who should join? - Welders and welding operators - Welding inspectors and supervisors - Welding engineers - Trainers and educators - NDT practitioners ### Free membership for students, apprentices, and TAFE students Weld Australia is committed to growing the next generation of Australia’s welding industry. We offer free membership to currently enrolled students, apprentices, and Australian TAFE institutions. Free — student and apprentice #### Student and Apprentice membership For eligible students and apprentices at Australian RTOs Membership fee **$0** Free Free for students and apprentices currently enrolled in a welding-related vocational training course at an Australian registered public provider. - Member pricing on events, training and seminars - Invitations to free member-only events - Industry insights, magazine and newsletter - Supplier discounts and technical guidance notes - Be part of the collective — have your voice heard [Join for free](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership/join/?tier=student-apprentice&price_label=Membership+fee&price_value=%240&price_sub=Free&hsLang=en) Free — TAFE and training providers #### TAFE and Government RTO membership For public providers supporting welding education Membership fee **$0** Free A free membership pathway for eligible public training providers helping grow Australia’s welding workforce. - Training and industry updates - Connection to Weld Australia’s education network - Access to relevant member events - Support for welding workforce development [Contact us](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/membership/join/?tier=tafe-rto&price_label=Membership+fee&price_value=%240&price_sub=Free&hsLang=en) Compare tiers ## Compare all corporate membership benefits | Benefit | Gold | Silver | Bronze | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Credit voucher (valid for one year, with no accumulation) | | | | | Credit voucher towards Weld Australia's Engineering & Training Services | $3,000 | $2,000 | $750 | | Events | | | | | National Manufacturing Summit | 1 x Ticket | 20% Discount | 10% Discount | | Industry Drinks Nights | 10 x Tickets Per State | 5 x Tickets Per State | 5 x Tickets Per State | | Welding Excellence Awards | 10 x Tickets | 4 x Tickets | 2 x Tickets | | Member Events (eg. Tech Nights & Site Visits) | Opportunity to Sponsor | Opportunity to Sponsor | Opportunity to Sponsor | | Advocacy & Industry Groups | | | | | Industry Groups Participation | 1 x Seat Per Group | Access to Outcomes | - | | Personal Advocacy | Included | - | - | | Roundtable | Invitation | Invitation | Invitation | | Strategy Session with C-Suite | Half Day On-Site | - | - | | Bi-Annual Lunch | 2 x Per Year | - | - | | Campfire Session | 1 x Per Year | 1 x Per Year | 1 x Per Year | | Training & Technical Seminars | | | | | Training Courses | Member Rates | Member Rates | Member Rates | | MEM Learning Resources Access | 20 x Licenses | 10 x Licenses | 5 x Licenses | | Welding Simulator Usage | 5 x Days | 2 x Days | - | | Technical Seminars | 15% Discount | 10% Discount | 5% Discount | | Engineering Support | | | | | Engineering Services | 15% Discount | 12% Discount | 8% Discount | | Business Consultation (1 x hour) | 4 x Per Year | 2 x Per Year | 1 x Per Year | | Certification & Exams | | | | | Company Certification Services (Applies to AS/NZS ISO 3834 and AS/NZS ISO 3834 plus AS/NZS 5131 only. Does not apply to EN 1585 or DIN 2303.) | 15% Discount | 12% Discount | 8% Discount | | Individual Certification Services | Member Rates | Member Rates | Member Rates | | Examinations | Member Rates | Member Rates | Member Rates | | Business Consultation (1 x hour) | 4 x Per Year | 2 x Per Year | 1 x Per Year | | Supplier Discounts | | | | | Range of Discounts from Industry Suppliers | Included | Included | Included | | Publications, Technical Notes & Website | | | | | Weld Connect (monthly newsletter) | 1 x Feature | Can submit content | - | | Australian Welding (bi-annual magazine) | 1 x Feature | Can submit content | - | | Weekly Wrap | 1 x Spotlight | Can submit content | - | | Social Media | 1 x Spotlight | Can submit content | - | | Website | Gold Status Listing | Silver Status Listing | Bronze Status Listing | | Technical Notes | Member Rates | Member Rates | Member Rates | | Technical Guidance Notes | Access Included | Access Included | Access Included | | IIW Commission Papers | Access Included | Access Included | Access Included | | Member Directory Listing | Gold Status | Silver Status | Bronze Status | | Jobs Board Adverts | 10 x Adverts | 5 x Adverts | 2 x Adverts | | Use of Weld Australia logo | Access Included | Access Included | Access Included | | Associates, Communications & More | | | | | Employees Listed as Associates | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | | Associate Invitations to Free Events | Access Included | Access Included | Access Included | | Associates Receive Industry Insights, Magazine, Newsletter & EDMs | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Compare tiers ## Compare all industry supplier membership benefits | Benefit | Gold | Silver | Bronze | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Event Sponsorship | | | | | In-Person Company Showcase Event | 1 x Per Year at Cost | - | - | | Industry Drinks Nights Sponsorship | Priority Rights | - | - | | WorldSkills Partnership Opportunity | Invitation Included | - | - | | Company Showcase Webinar | 1 x Per Year | 1 x Per Year | - | | Welding Excellence Awards Sponsorship | Gold Sponsor | Silver Sponsor | Bronze Sponsor | | State Technical Events Sponsorship | Invitation Included | Invitation Included | Invitation Included | | Advertising & Editorial Opportunities | | | | | Preferred Supplier Status + Member Discounts | Included | Included | Included | | Weld Connect (monthly newsletter) | 3 x Advertisements; 1 x Editorial | 2 x Advertisements | 1 x Advertisement | | Australian Welding (bi-annual magazine) | 2 x Advertisements; 1 x Editorial | 2 x Advertisements | 1 x Advertisement | | Weekly Wrap | 3 x Spotlights | 2 x Spotlights | 1 x Spotlight | | Social Media | 3 x Posts | 2 x Posts | 1 x Post | | Dedicated EDM | 3 x Per Year | - | - | | Website | Gold Status Listing | Silver Status Listing | Bronze Status Listing | | Event Tickets | | | | | National Manufacturing Summit | 1 x Ticket | 20% Discount | 10% Discount | | Industry Drinks Nights | 10 x Tickets Per State | 5 x Tickets Per State | 2 x Tickets Per State | | Welding Excellence Awards | 10 x Tickets | 4 x Tickets | 2 x Tickets | | Advocacy | | | | | Personal Advocacy | Included | - | - | | Roundtable | Invitation | Invitation | Invitation | | Strategy Session with C-Suite | Half Day On-Site | - | - | | Bi-Annual Lunch | 2 x Per Year | - | - | | Campfire Session | - | 1 x Per Year | 1 x Per Year | | Training & Technical Seminars | | | | | Training Courses | Member Rates | Member Rates | Member Rates | | MEM Learning Resources Access | 20 x Licenses | 10 x Licenses | 5 x Licenses | | Welding Simulator Usage | 5 x Days | 2 x Days | - | | Technical Seminars | 15% Discount | 10% Discount | 5% Discount | | Engineering Support | | | | | Engineering Services | 15% Discount | 12% Discount | 8% Discount | | Business Consultation (1 x hour) | 4 x Per Year | 2 x Per Year | 1 x Per Year | | Certification & Exams | | | | | Company Certification Services (Applies to AS/NZS ISO 3834 and AS/NZS ISO 3834 plus AS/NZS 5131 only. Does not apply to EN 1585 or DIN 2303.) | 15% Discount | 12% Discount | 8% Discount | | Individual Certification Services | Member Rates | Member Rates | Member Rates | | Examinations | Member Rates | Member Rates | Member Rates | | Publications, Technical Notes & Website | | | | | Technical Notes | Member Rates | Member Rates | Member Rates | | Technical Guidance Notes | Access Included | Access Included | Access Included | | IIW Commission Papers | Access Included | Access Included | Access Included | | Member Directory Listing | Gold Status | Silver Status | Bronze Status | | Jobs Board Adverts | 10 x Adverts | 5 x Adverts | 2 x Adverts | | Use of Weld Australia logo | Access Included | Access Included | Access Included | | Associates, Communications & More | | | | | Employees Listed as Associates | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | | Associate Invitations to Free Events | Access Included | Access Included | Access Included | | Associates Receive Industry Insights, Magazine, Newsletter & EDMs | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Compare tiers ## Compare individual, apprentice and reciprocal membership benefits | Benefit | Individual | Apprentice | Reciprocal | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Member-only pricing on events | | | | | National Manufacturing Summit | | | | | Industry Drinks Nights | | | | | Welding Excellence Awards | | | | | Member-only pricing on training & technical seminars | | | | | Training Courses | | | | | Technical Seminars | | | | | Member-only pricing on engineering, certification & exams | | | | | Company & Individual Certification Services | | | | | Engineering Services | | | | | Examinations | | | | | Supplier Discounts | | | | | Range of Discounts from Industry Suppliers | | | | | Publications, Technical Notes & Website | | | | | Ability to Submit Content to Publications | | | | | Member-Only Pricing on Technical Notes | | | | | Free Technical Guidance Notes | | | | | Access to IIW Commission Papers | | | | | Access to the Jobs Board | | | | | Industry Insights & More | | | | | Invitations to Free Member-Only Events | | | | | Receive Industry Insights, Magazine, Newsletter & EDMs | | | | Compare tiers ## Compare free membership benefits | Benefit | Student & Apprentice | TAFE & Government RTO | | --- | --- | --- | | Eligibility | | | | Membership fee | Free | Free | | Best suited to | Eligible students and apprentices | Public TAFE and government RTO providers | | Member access | | | | Member pricing on events, training and seminars | Included | Included | | Invitations to free member-only events | Included | Included | | Industry insights, magazine and newsletter | Included | Included | | Supplier discounts and technical guidance notes | Included | - | | Training provider support | | | | Training and industry updates | Included | Included | | Connection to Weld Australia's education network | - | Included | | Support for welding workforce development | - | Included | Member testimonials ## What our members say " > For JS Metal Engineering, achieving dual certification to AS/NZS ISO 3834 and AS/NZS 5131 wasn’t just about compliance. It was a strategic move to unlock new opportunities in Australia’s infrastructure pipeline. ![JS Metal Engineering](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hubfs/441838610/JS%20Metal%20Engineering.png) **JS METAL ENGINEERING** " > Weld Australia’s audit process stands out. Their team brings an exceptional level of knowledge and real-world industry experience that you don’t often see. ![Precision Metal Group](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hubfs/441838610/Precision%20Metal%20Group.jpg) **PRECISION METAL GROUP** " > Working with Weld Australia has been really good—it’s been a really positive experience. All of Weld Australia’s team members have been really responsive and great to work with. ![ATNZ](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hubfs/441838610/ATNZ.png) **ATNZ** ![](https://441838610.fs1.hubspotusercontent-ap1.net/hubfs/441838610/placeholders/Stocked%20Images/iStock-1266644220%20(2).jpg) Benefits of welding association membership ## Lifting capability, quality and safety — together Weld Australia membership connects you to the heart of the welding industry. As the nation’s peak welding association, we provide members with access to technical expertise, training, certification, industry insights, and a powerful advocacy voice. Our membership structure is built for how industry really works. We’ve mapped benefits to real needs, so every member — regardless of size or specialisation — unlocks practical value from day one. Through events, forums and working groups, you’ll find a community that shares knowledge generously and collaborates to solve real-world challenges. As your collective voice, we advocate with governments, standards bodies and major procurers to strengthen local content, lift performance, and build a resilient, sovereign manufacturing base. [Browse member directory](https://www.weldaustralia.dev/find-a-member/?hsLang=en) FAQs ## 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.  Who can become a member of Weld Australia? Membership is open to any individual or organisation involved in or connected to the welding and fabrication industry in Australia. 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