Frequently Asked Questions

IESL WA is open to Sri Lankan engineers (and those with Sri Lankan heritage) who are living, studying, or working in Western Australia. We also welcome engineers from other backgrounds who have a connection to the Sri Lankan engineering community. There are membership categories for students, graduates, associates, professional members, and fellows.

Membership fees vary by category: Student membership is $25/year, Graduate membership is $50/year, Associate membership is $65/year, Professional membership is $75/year, and Corporate membership is $500/year. Fees are reviewed annually by the committee. New members who join after July 1st may be eligible for a pro-rated fee for the first year.

While IESL WA membership does not directly satisfy EA's assessment requirements, our chapter provides invaluable support through information sessions on the Migration Skills Assessment (MSA) process, guidance from members who have successfully completed EA assessment, networking with experienced engineers who can provide referee endorsements, and CPD events that can strengthen your competency profile.

To apply for IESL WA membership: 1) Complete the online application form on our website under Membership > Apply Now. 2) Submit all required supporting documents (degree certificate, CV, identity documents). 3) Your application will be reviewed by the membership committee. 4) You will receive a notification of the outcome by email. 5) Upon approval, you will be issued a membership number and can begin accessing member benefits. The process typically takes 2-4 weeks.

IESL WA offers a range of CPD-accredited events throughout the year including technical seminars, professional development workshops, webinars on engineering topics and career development, networking events, and joint events with Engineers Australia and other professional bodies. We aim to deliver a minimum of 12 CPD events per year. All events are advertised on our website and through member communications.

Event registration can be completed online through our website on the Events page. Simply find the event you wish to attend, click "Register" or "View Details", and follow the registration process. Payment can be made online by credit/debit card. Members receive discounted rates on most events. For assistance with registration, please email info@iesl-wa.org.

IESL WA is run by volunteer committee members who contribute their time and skills to serve the community. Committee positions are elected at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). If you are interested in joining the committee or volunteering for specific initiatives, please contact us at info@iesl-wa.org. We also welcome volunteers for event coordination, social media, newsletter content, and mentorship programs.

Yes! IESL WA publishes a newsletter periodically featuring member news, event highlights, career opportunities, technical articles, and community updates. The newsletter is distributed to all financial members by email and is also available to download from the News section of our website. You can also subscribe to receive the newsletter even if you are not a member.