Frequently Asked Questions

NECA is the peak body supporting electrical and communications contractors in Australia. We provide a voice to government, employee unions and other associations for the electrical and communications contracting industry.

Benefits of NECA membership range from access to advice on managing your employees, industrial relations, commercial and business management, Workplace Health and Safety, technical and licensing support to additional benefits and discounts on software, training, fuel, vehicles (at fleet discounts), insurance, construction supplies, stationery and much more.

Membership is company-based and fees are set according to the number of employees working in the business, this includes working directors, electrical/communications technicians, apprentices, clerical staff, subcontractors and any other employees related to the business.

Membership applications are to be accompanied by payment of the application fee and full payment for 1 years subscription, or completion of the direct debit request form.

Membership Subscription Rates are for a 12 month period based on the date you joined (i.e. if you signed up on 1 January 2025, your membership would be renewed on 1 January 2026).

Updating your contact details is easy! Simply login and visit your account page, and edit any details you require or you can inform us in writing of your change of contact details by emailing Maica Cortez.

NECA SA/NT run a range of workshops and seminars for members on topical issues in the industry.

We also have several Member Benefit Suppliers who offer our members discount on training such as First Aid, Rescue and Resuscitation, WHS etc.

The kind of insurance electrical contractors need varies depending on the nature of the work being undertaken.

Public liability insurance is recommended for all electrical contractors, professional indemnity insurance is recommended for anyone undertaking work that includes a design aspect, and home warranty insurance may be required by those undertaking large domestic contracts.

NECA provides members with access to advice and discounts on all insurance needs. For more information on how membership of NECA can benefit our business please see Benefits of Membership

NECA provides members with current wage rates which can be downloaded here after logging into your account.

This is one of the benefits of being a NECA member, so if you are not a member but would like to join please visit the How to Join page.

NECA provides members with recommended charge-out rates which can be viewed here after logging into your account.

This is one of the benefits of being a NECA member, so if you are not a member but would like to join please visit the How to Join page.

NECA members employ licensed electricians and/or communications technicians, and are also provided with a range of business information, assistance and advice to ensure that they are kept up-to-date with changes to standards and legislation.

To find your local NECA electrician or communications technician please search our Find an Electricianwebsite.

NECA provides members with advice on all of your employee and workplace relations, including employment, termination of employment and redundancy.

Members should contact the NECA SA/NT office on (08) 8272 2966 to discuss the issue with our Workplace Relations Advisor Dain Venning.

An Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA) is a legally binding agreement negotiated between an employer and its employees (or their representatives) that outlines terms and conditions of employment. It replaces the relevant Award, but must leave employees better offer in comparison to the Award.

NECA SA/NT can assist members with EBAs. For further information, please contact, Dain Venning, Workplace Relations Advisor at NECA SA/NT, on (08) 8272 2966 or via email.

NECA administers the Australian Cabler Registration Service (ACRS). Click here for more information.