As a member of The Works Officers Association of Queensland Inc. you automatically become a member of the National Works Officers Association (NWOA).
The NWOA Inc. committee comprises executive membership representation from the following organisations:
- Works Officers Association of Queensland Inc;
- Local government Supervisors Association Western Australia Inc;
- Local government Supervisors Association NSW (Sydney Metro);
- Tasmanian Association of Municipal Supervisors Inc; and
- Municipal Works Officers Association Victoria Inc.
The objectives of the National Works Officers Association are to:
- Promote the general advancement of professional skills and education within Local Government;
- Define, establish and maintain the professional competencies and standards necessary in Local government;
- Promote the development, advancement and improvement of skills amongst members whilst providing the opportunity for fellowship;
- Provide a range of information services to all State members, including a national newsletter;
- Sponsor an International Study Tour to be undertaken annually by a financial member;
- Ensure national alignment of qualifications through TAFE; and
- Develop a national syllabus, database and website.