Accreditation Process

How Do I Become an Accredited Building Surveyor?

An application must be received on the approved forms available from the National Accreditation Division, Building Officials Institute of New Zealand or can be downloaded below.

Programme Introduction

Application Form

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All applications must be accompanied by the following:

Application fee
Evidence of relevant technical qualifications (The minimum level of relevant technical qualification will be Trade Certificate/National Certificate in Carpentry or recognised equivalent)
Demonstrated inspection knowledge and compliance with residential property inspection standard NZS4306:2005
Evidence of previous experience verified by current and past employers including a statutory declaration for self employed persons
Evidence of a current police check no older than 12 months
Two photo quality passport photos (no larger than 35mm x 45mm) or digital photos in JPG, TIF or BMP format have been emailed to office@boinz.org.nz.

Try the “Skills Match Test” at the end of the application form to understand your level of expertise in relation to becoming a building surveyor and the amount of training that you are likely to have to undertake.

This self-assessment profiling tool is based on a series of questions that match the different elements of the National Occupational Standards for a building surveyor.

Use the ‘Explanation of skills match elements’ which will provide you with detailed information about what is contained in each unit.

The Accredited Building Surveyors programme is being undertaken to build consumer confidence and awareness of the importance of quality Building Surveyor work being undertaken within New Zealand; and to strengthen and enhance the profession.

Whether a homebuyer, seller, real estate agent, broker or anyone connected with the sector, they will recognise the value in working with an Accredited Building Surveyor around the country.

The programme will also benefit the individual accredited by this scheme as accreditation is the commencement point of a Quality Assurance programme. This establishes and demonstrates that the accredited individual accredited the knowledge, ethics and experience to set them apart within the Building Surveyor sector. The individual will carry an accreditation card that will demonstrate their commitment to the highest standard of work ethic and a dedication to professional improvement that will lift the profile and image of Building Surveyors in New Zealand.

Removal from the Register of Accreditation Building Surveyors

The National Accreditation Division has the authority to remove accredited persons from its register at any time. As a result, it may notify the relevant government bodies of any breaches of the Code of Conduct and/or non-payment of fees due. If an individual is notified of their removal from the Register, the accredited person will be required to surrender their Certificate of Accreditation.