As the voice of the engineering profession, an integral part of Engineers Australia’s role is to publicly advocate on issues that affect the profession and the broader community. An important part of this work is our policy and advocacy program.
Our work
Engineers are enthusiastic contributors to public discussions about policy and issues affecting society. Our work is guided by three pillars that aim to realise Australia’s sustainable, skilled and innovative future.
We engage with both member and non-member engineers as well as representatives from business, education, government and other experts around Australia. With their input we develop and advance rigorous, evidence-driven policy that reflects the highest professional standards.
Have your say
Below are our open consultations. We encourage you to get in touch and work with us to strengthen the profession’s reputation for impact in public policy.
If you'd like to propose policy work, view our guides for member-delivered policy and advocacy or reach out to your division team.
If you have any questions about our policy and advocacy work, you can email us or call us on 1300 653 113.
NSW draft Building Bill consultation
Add your comments to our EAXchange thread before early October.
Our approach
We undertake policy and advocacy work that:
- Benefits the community, and is in the national interest
- Advances the science and practice of engineering, and the profession itself
- Supports members to progress local, niche and emerging issues
Our policy and advocacy activities are underpinned by three pillars that focus on increasing Engineers Australia’s influence and impact on realising Australia’s:
Sustainable future - Through an engineering led transition to a circular and decarbonised economy, mitigating the impacts of climate change and delivering sustainable and resilient infrastructure across sectors.
Skilled future - Through a highly-skilled and competent, ethical and diverse engineering workforce pipeline, supported by nationally consistent registration of engineers.
Innovative future - Through applying the engineering mindset to increasing innovation, productivity and national resilience, including the development and adoption of new technologies, such as AI.
Our submissions and reports
Alternative Commonwealth Capabilities for Crisis Response 2023
Engineers Australia's response to the public consultation on Alternative Commonwealth Capabilities for Crisis Response discussion paper.
ANZSCO classification of occupations update July 2022
Auditor General’s report on Flood Resilience of River Catchments
This paper outlines the views of Engineers Australia concerning flooding and the improvement of the flood resilience of Queensland communities to flooding, in response to the Auditor General’s report Flood resilience of river catchments.
Australia's Migration Program: review of the points test
Our submission to the review of the points test includes recommendations such as the development of a model for the requirements of the Professional Year in Engineering program, increasing points for those who gain employment following the program, prioritisation of skills needed and consideration of funding for initiatives like our Global Engineering Talent program.
Australian Consumer Law Review
Submission to Consumer Affairs Australia and New Zealand in relation to the review of the Australian Consumer Law.