Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Australian Welder Certification Register Developed and Managed by Weld Australia ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://awcr.org.au/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://awcr.org.au/news/) - [Bombardier Approved as AWCR Training Centre](https://awcr.org.au/bombardiers-manufacturing-site-in-dandenong-becomes-industry-accredited-welding-training-facility/) - Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation in Australia is proud to have received accreditation from the Weld Australia enabling it to certify welders across the Australian rail industry through the Australian Welder Certification Register (AWCR). The Welding Training Centre at Bombardier's Dandenong site in Victoria is now an accredited facility for securing and growing local welding - [Replacement of the Register of Qualified and Certified Welding Personnel](https://awcr.org.au/replacement-of-the-register-of-qualified-and-certified-welding-personnel/) - The current public database of Weld Australia and IIW Register of Qualified and Certified Welding Personnel will be phased out and replaced by the WeldQ System and the AWCR. The current register will be phased out very soon. If you want your existing qualification and certification details to be visible on the new public directory, - [Webinar Tutorials Now Available for WeldQ](https://awcr.org.au/webinar-tutorials-now-available-for-weldq/) - There are now webinar tutorials available in the Resources section of this website, in addition to the existing manuals available. The webinars currently available cover: A Tour of WeldQ Creating an Account in WeldQ Creating a WeldQ Profile Loading a WeldQ Profile Photo You can view the webinars on the How-To Videos page of this website ## Pages - [Home](https://awcr.org.au/) - [Approved Testing Centres](https://awcr.org.au/testing-centres/approved-testing-centres/) - New South Wales TAFE NSW Precision Metal Group Fabinox Welding Academy Canberra Canberra Institute of Technology Victoria Robert Vernon Victorian Testing of Inspection Services Wodonga TAFE Chisholm TAFE South Australia Regency TAFE Queensland TAFE QLD Engineering Welding and Inspection Services HVAC Australia Kangaroo Training Institute TEi Services Northern Territory Charles Darwin University Western Australia QSM Fabrication - [Privacy Policy](https://awcr.org.au/privacy-policy/) - Use of this Web Site Disclaimer While every effort has been made and all reasonable care taken to ensure the accuracy of the material contained in and linked to this website, the authors, editors and publishers of this website and documents shall not be held to be liable or responsible in any way whatsoever and - [FAQ](https://awcr.org.au/faq/) - General Process Costs and Payments Testing Centres and Approved Examiners Confirmation and Re-validation Job Seeking Standards Terminology - [Contact Us](https://awcr.org.au/contact-us/) - If you have an enquiry about the Australian Welder Certification Register, please contact the Q&C department via: Phone: 1800 189 900 Email: qnc@weldaustralia.com.au - [Become an Approved Examiner](https://awcr.org.au/examiners/become-an-approved-examiner/) - Benefits As an Approved Examiner you will be entitled to charge for the following services: Conducting and examining a weld test. Mechanical testing. Inspection of test centres to ensure they meet the required standard set by Weld Australia. Approved Examiner To conduct weld tests you must be a Weld Australia Approved Examiner (AE) and be - [Establish a Testing Centre](https://awcr.org.au/testing-centres/establish-a-testing-centre/) - Testing Centre A Weld Australia Approved Testing Centre is any welding facility that fulfils the following requirements: Has completed the Application Form for Testing Centres Has passed a desktop audit based on the application form. Has passed a Job Safety and Environment Analysis (JSEA) by an Approved Examiner. Examples of Testing Centres: TAFEs Private RTOs - [Manuals](https://awcr.org.au/resources/manuals/) - Applicant and User Manual Examiner and Testing Centre Manual How to Set Up a WeldQ Account How to Set up a Weld Q Profile Approved Examiner Training WeldQ System Training for Examiners How to Allow for WeldQ Popups Examiner Checklist Examiner Test Methods How To Apply for Welder Qualification Confirm a Welder Qualification - Welders - [Fee Structure](https://awcr.org.au/welders/fee-structure/) - Registration Registration on the WeldQ system including uploading of all existing qualifications, certification and work history : $0 [No Charge] To create an account you will need a valid email address. If you don’t have one, click here to set one up now. Certification Initial Application for Certification Program Certification Program [2 Years Certification including - [Online Welder Training](https://awcr.org.au/online-welder-training/) - It is important that if you wish to improve your career opportunities that you undertake regular training courses. To make this easier Weld Australia is offering online courses to help develop your welding knowledge and to better inform you for your professional development. The content has been developed by senior people within the profession and is - [Supporting Companies](https://awcr.org.au/employers/supporting-companies/) - [Terms of Use](https://awcr.org.au/terms-of-use/) - Last updated: May 19, 2015 Please read these Terms and Conditions ("Terms", "Terms and Conditions") carefully before using the http://www.weldaustralia.com.au website (the "Service") operated by WELD AUSTRALIA ("us", "we", or "our"). Your access to and use of the Service is conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all - [Fees & Charges](https://awcr.org.au/testing-centres/fees-charges/) - The opportunity to become an Approved Testing Centre is only open to Weld Australia Corporate, Premium Corporate and SMART Members. Application: $0 [No Charge] Job Safety and Environment Analysis: Set and directly charged by Approved Examiner Weld Test: The cost of a weld test will be charged directly to the applicant by the Testing Centre - [How-To Videos](https://awcr.org.au/resources/how-to-videos/) - Weld Australia has developed a series of webinars to for users of the AWCR / WeldQ. - [Verification](https://awcr.org.au/verification/) - The only true and verifiable record of a Registered Welder's qualifications and certification is the online certificate held on the AWCR. Employers should not accept any printed or PDF copies of certificates as these are easily forged. Access to certificates is through the Search Function: Corporate Member Search for Weld Australia Corporate, Premium Corporate and SMART - [Employment Portal](https://awcr.org.au/employment-portal/) - In the Profile section of the AWCR applicants are required to enter in details of their qualification, work experience and professional development. This information is available to all registered Weld Australia Premium Corporate and SMART Members who are able to search the register for candidates with the qualifications and experience they are looking for. It - [Provider Opportunities](https://awcr.org.au/training/opportunities/) - The AWCR offers significant opportunities to upskill the welding workforce in Australia. Ideally this will be achieved by conducting short refresher training courses prior to applicants taking a weld test. In the event that an applicant fails a weld test, Weld Australia strongly recommends that they attend a refresher course before undertaking a re-test. It - [Testing Centres](https://awcr.org.au/testing-centres/) - A Weld Australia Approved Testing Centre is any welding facility that fulfils the following requirements: Has completed the Application Form for Testing Centres Has passed a desktop audit based on the application form. Has passed a Job Safety and Environment Analysis (JSEA) by an Approved Examiner. Examples of Testing Centres: TAFEs Private RTOs or other - [Key Performance Indicators](https://awcr.org.au/examiners/kpi/) - Approved Examiners will: Download and become fully conversant with the WeldQ User Manual. Respond to a weld test request within 2 business days of notification. Arrange time and location for a weld test within 5 business days of notification Conduct weld test within 21 business days of notification. Enter results onto the AWCR within 2 - [Examiners](https://awcr.org.au/examiners/) - To conduct weld tests you must be a Weld Australia Approved Examiner (AE) and be registered on the AWCR system. The Approved Examiner is the cornerstone of the AWCR. The Approved Examiner has complete responsibility for carrying out weld tests and entering results into the AWCR. As an Approved Examiner you must conduct weld tests - [Complaints](https://awcr.org.au/examiners/complaints/) - Complaints made against any Approved Examiner, including alleged over charging, will be dealt with by the Complaints Committee of the Weld Australia Qualification and Certification Board using procedures approved by the International Institute of Welding. Over Charging Any Approved Examiner, who in the opinion of the Complaints Committee, is charging excessive fees for services rendered - [Code of Ethics](https://awcr.org.au/examiners/code-of-ethics/) - An Approved Examiner will: Behave honestly at all times and to treat all applicants with respect and integrity. React promptly to requests for weld tests and make every effort to meet established Key Performance Indicators Uphold the constitution and reputation of Weld Australia at all times. Ensure all weld tests are conducted fairly and to the highest - [Fee Structure](https://awcr.org.au/employers/fee-structure/) - Employer Fee Structure Access to complete Registered Welder data is restricted to Weld Australia Corporate and Premium Corporate Members only. THERE IS NO CHARGE. Corporate Members Certification Portal - full access to search full database of Registered Welders for any qualification and certification data. Premium Corporate & SMART Members Certification Portal - plus full access to - [Company Workforce Qualification and Certification](https://awcr.org.au/employers/register/) - If you wish to have your company's welders qualified and certified to your Welding Procedure(s) then Weld Australia can arrange to invoice you directly. You will be credited with a number of discount codes which your employees can then use to apply for a Program established specifically for your company on the WeldQ system. To learn more, click - [Welders](https://awcr.org.au/welders/) - The AWCR is supported by Weld Australia Corporate Members who have committed to employ Registered Welders, without further testing, wherever possible. Supporting Employers The Register is organised so that welders can specialise in certain areas of expertise i.e. Power generation; Shipbuilding Registered Welders have the opportunity to present their work history and qualifications in a - [Registered Welder Benefits & Responsibilities](https://awcr.org.au/welders/certified-welder-benefits-responsibilities/) - Benefits Improved employability The AWCR is supported by Weld Australia Corporate Members who have committed to employ Registered Welders, without further testing, wherever possible. Supporting Employers The Register is organised so that welders can specialise in certain areas of expertise i.e. Power generation; Shipbuilding Registered Welders have the opportunity to present their work history and qualifications - [How it Works](https://awcr.org.au/about/how-it-works/) - WELDER CERTIFICATION PROCESS OVERVIEW Welder registers on the WeldQ system AT NO CHARGE. Selects industry specific or Weld Australia generic weld test program. Reviews welding procedures required for the program. Registers for the program PAYS APPLICATION FEE. Testing Centre or Approved Examiner contacts welder to arrange weld test. THERE IS A SEPARATE CHARGE FOR THE - [How to Register](https://awcr.org.au/welders/how-to-register/) - [How to Access Certification](https://awcr.org.au/welders/how-to-access-certification/) - Login to WeldQ using your User ID and password Login Click Awards on the Main Menu Click WPQ Certificate on the right hand side of the Awards Table. Download User Manual for Users, Corporate Users and Applicants - [How to Apply for a Certification Program](https://awcr.org.au/welders/register/) - Program Application - Login Download User Manual for Users, Corporate Users & Applicants Program Application - Login Download User Manual for Users, Corporate Users & Applicants - [Employers](https://awcr.org.au/employers/) - For the AWCR to be successful and deliver promised benefits to the Australian welding industry, it is essential that it has the support of employers who employ welders directly or indirectly. Please learn about the scheme, use the system and understand how it works. We ask you to: Encourage and incentivise all welders to join - [Corporate Member](https://awcr.org.au/search-the-register/corporate-member/) - To search the Register: New Users: Create a WeldQ Account Create a WeldQ Profile Existing Users: Login into WeldQ Click on Reports from the Main Menu Click Advanced Search in the top right corner Screenshot: - [Public Search](https://awcr.org.au/search-the-register/public-search/) - The AWCR has a free 'Public Search' facility which allows anyone to look up any Registered Welder and check the following details: Screenshot: To access the search facility click the link below and go to the bottom of the page. Public Search - [Employer Benefits & Responsibilities](https://awcr.org.au/employers/employer-benefits-responsibilities/) - Benefits Employers will benefit from: Reduced costs Through the AWCR, employers will be able to check the competence level of any Registered Welder against an internationally recognised standard. This will enable you to minimise the number of welder tests required in order to qualify to specific Weld Procedures. Minimised risk By having an industry-wide recognised - [Fee Structure](https://awcr.org.au/examiners/fees-charges/) - Practical Weld Test: Fees for practical weld tests are set and directly charged by Approved Examiner or Testing Centre. Testing Centre Safety Inspection Approved Examiners must conduct a Job Safety and Environment Analysis on every facility to be used for testing. Fees for inspecting and approving testing centres are set and directly charged by the Approved - [How to Register](https://awcr.org.au/employers/how-to-register/) - Click here to Register How to Set Up a WeldQ Account How to Set up a Weld Q Profile - [Search the Register](https://awcr.org.au/search-the-register/) - [Resources](https://awcr.org.au/resources/) - [Training](https://awcr.org.au/training/) - [Process](https://awcr.org.au/about/) ## Categories - [Testing Centres](https://awcr.org.au/category/testing-centres/) - [WeldQ](https://awcr.org.au/category/weldq/)