Certifying Engineer (Mechanical) Registration - Northern Territory

Description

You will need this registration if you intend to certify the design and / or construction of mechanical systems servicing buildings or structures of all classes. This includes lift systems and air handling ventilation systems.

You can apply for this registration as an individual or a company.

If you are an interstate applicant, you may be eligible to obtain a licence through mutual recognition.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for this registration as an individual you must:

  • be registered as a certifying engineer or;
    • have completed the qualifications required for membership of Engineers Australia and be eligible to use the post nominals "MIEAust" and
    • have at least 5 years post-graduate practical experience (including 1 year in the design of mechanical services in buildings, and 1 year in the supervision of the construction of mechanical services in buildings).
  • submit a resume and project list detailing your experience (not applicable for applicants listed on the National Engineering Register)
  • provide at least 3 written references from registered building practitioners to verify your experience
  • be fit and proper person to hold this registration
  • hold professional indemnity insurance of at least $1,000,000.

To be eligible for this registration as a company you must provide:

  • an ASIC full company extract (no more than 28 days old)
  • a copy of either your Certification of Incorporation or Registration of Business Name
  • details of at least one director or nominee that is a qualified to supervise and carry out work on behalf of the corporation.

Ongoing eligibility requirements

You must comply with continuous professional development requirements.

Duration

2, 3 or 4 years

Fees

Fees Details for this service in table format.

Task Type Business Structure Amount Description
Apply Licence All -

Application for mutual recognition:

  • 2 years - $1000.00
  • 3 years - $1500.00
  • 4 years - $2001.00

Payable on approval. Fees for 2025-26

Apply Licence All $1500.00

Renewal fees:

  • 2 years - $1000.00
  • 3 years - $1500.00
  • 4 years - $2001.00

Payable on approval. Fees for 2025-26

Apply Licence All -

Licence fees:

  • 2 years - $1000.00
  • 3 years - $1500.00
  • 4 years - $2001.00

Payable on approval. Fees for 2025-26

Apply Application All $333.00

Fees for 2025-26

Act(s) name

Building Act 1993 Northern Territory

Regulation(s) name

Building Regulations 1993 Northern Territory

Administering agency

Building Practitioners Board

Contact details

Contact Email, Phone and Address Details for this service in simple two column table format, header then data.