Apply for Civil Trades Certification

Civil Trades - Apply to be Civil Trades Certified

To start the application process please create an account by clicking on the Create Account button.
You will then be taken to the online application form to choose your certification and endorsements.

Applying for Civil Trades Certification

Prior to starting the application process ensure you are able to provide evidence of your eligibility.

	Download the Process for Applying for Civil Trade Certification (Adobe PDF) 207 KB
	Download the Eligibility Criteria for Civil Trade Certification (Adobe PDF) 183 KB
	Download the Civil Trade Certification Practical Experience Guidelines (Adobe PDF) 236 KB
	Download the Civil Trade Certification Application Form (Adobe PDF) 305 KB
	Civil Trade Annual Registration Form - replaces Recertification (Adobe PDF) 149 KB
	Download the how to apply online help sheet (Adobe PDF) 149 KB

Your application will need to include:

1.  A copy of your Civil Infrastructure qualification
2.  Work history demonstrating your 8,000 hours of practical experience
3. Two letters of recommendation on business letterhead, one from your employer and one from an individual in a supervisory or senior position outside your organisation.
4. Application form if applying via info@civiltrades.co.nz

The Civil Trades Coordinator will review your application. Once completed an invoice will be generated. Upon payment your application will be forwarded to a Trade Certification Evaluator who will:

• Review your work experience
• Call your referees to confirm your competency and suitability for trade certification
• Call you to discuss your work history and evaluate your knowledge as a skilled tradesperson