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.