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Everything that you need to know about making an application is set out in the sections below.
Applying to become an Accredited Energy Auditor (AEA)The process developed for AEA Accreditation uses similar processes to those in use and established by IPENZ for assessing applications for membership of an IPENZ Practice College or for registration on a National Register. Membership of IPENZ or EMANZ is not a requirement to make an application. Documents
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Qualifications and experience needed to become an Accredited Energy Auditor?The minimum requirements for accreditation include the applicant demonstrating to the EMANZ AEA Assessors that he/she has general competence in comprehending technical concepts and applying systematic scientific methods to problem solving. There are both Academic and Practical requirements as follows: Academic requirementsApplicants are required to have gained a 2 year or higher tertiary qualification in an appropriate field. Typical qualifications are NZCE, National Diploma ing Engineering (level 6), Technology Degree, Building Science Degree, Engineering Degree and so on. Appropriate fields include:
Practical requirementsApplicants are also required to demonstrate achievement of sufficient practical experience in a suitable field to enable them to apply the academic knowledge they have gained. EMANZ has found that applicants with sufficient experience to gain membership of IPENZ or other technical body at associate, technical or professional level or be registered on a register of current competence (CertETn, ETPract, CEng etc) would satisfy the required practical requirement. Applicants should note that it is usual for university and similar graduates to have acquired a minimum of 5 years experience in a suitable field after they have qualified to gain sufficient experience to be able to satisfy this requirement. If you have any doubt about what might count as relevant experience or any other issues regarding whether you are sufficiently experienced or qualified to apply, please don't hesitate to make contact with us prior to filing an application. Applicants who have not had their practical qualifications recognized should be advised that in order to submit an successful application for Energy Auditor Accreditation, it is usual for new graduates to have a minimum of 5 years experience on a new graduate training programme or 5 years experience under the direction of suitably qualified mentors to enable them to meet the suggested standard of practical experience. What you need to submit when applying to be an Accredited Auditor?Applicants that meet the Academic and Practical requirements are then required to submit a Level 2 Audit Report or reports demonstrating their knowledge of energy auditing as defined in AS/NZS 3598:2000. The audit(s) will be assessed in accordance with the Auditor Accreditation Assessment Form Class 1 – AEA04. Applicants should note that the audit report(s) submitted must be substantially carried out by the Applicant, They must meet the requirements for a level 2 Audit as defined in AS/NZS 3598:2000 “Energy Audits” and must include an analysis of the site energy management program and at least three energy end-uses. They must also include an explicit energy balance. The site chosen must be of significant size. As a guide, the energy spend needs to be over $100,000 or alternatively the audit can be a detailed analysis of a class of smaller sites which in combination have significant energy use. Usually one report is sufficient but if necessary more than one report can be submitted. The Applicant must identify which is their ‘main’ audit for Assessment purposes. Please provide the following documents as part of your application to become an Accredited Energy Auditor:
All forms and related evidence should be submitted to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . How much does the AEA Application Cost?Details of the Fees associated with the Scheme are set out in the Auditor Accreditation Process Document AEA02. How is my Application Assessed?EMANZ has a team of Energy Auditing experts or “AEA Assessors” who have been appointed by the EMANZ Executive Officer. These AEA Assessors will assess applications received. The AEA Assessors will use the form below to assess your application (Energy Auditor Accreditation Assessment Form – Class 1 – AEA04). Your application will typically be assessed by one Assessor. If your application is considered marginal, a second Assessor will carry out an assessment and the Assessors will confer before reaching a final decision. Both Assessors must agree to pass the applicant. In the event that the Assessors decide to fail the Applicant, they will draft a letter setting out the reasons for doing so and what additional information / evidence is required to re-submit your application. Note also, the Assessor(s) may contact your client to ascertain if he or she considers that the information was gathered from the site in a professional manner, that the report is a valid one, and that he/she was satisfied with the results. On completion of their assessment, the Assessor will submit their findings to the Executive Officer with a recommendation for ‘pass’ or ‘fail, additional information required’. All information submitted in support of an application will be held on file by the Executive Officer. Energy Auditor Accreditation Assessment Form – Class 1 - AEA04 - using this form, the Assessor will record their assessment of the detailed Energy Audit that you provide as part of your application to become a CLASS 1 – Accredited Energy Auditor (AEA). Note, a detailed Energy Audit simply means as a minimum a level 2 Energy Audit as defined in AS/NZS 3598:2000. How will I know if my Application to become an AEA has been successful?If your application is successful you will be advised in writing. You will be awarded a Certificate, allocated a Registration Number, and your details will be promoted on the EMANZ AEA Auditor Accreditation web-site in a Register of Accredited Energy Auditors. You will be asked to provide summary text setting out your Energy Auditing experience. This text will accompany your listing on the Register of Accredited Energy Auditors. Successful applicants will be entitled to call themselves “Accredited Energy Auditor” and will be recognized as competent to carry out energy audits in accordance with AS/NZS3598:2000 Energy Auditing. ReaccreditationAs with any Accreditation Scheme it is important that accredited individuals maintain high standards and keep their experience up to date. Accredited Energy Auditors must maintain their accreditation status through the EMANZ reaccreditation process. How long does the Accredited Energy Audit Assessment Process take?The initial assessment process will take up to 6 weeks with a target timeframe of 4 weeks. A reaccreditation will take up to 4 weeks with a target of 3 weeks timeframe. These timeframes are not guaranteed and EMANZ does not accept liability for delays. Incomplete applications will experience delays. How do I make a Complaint?If you are unhappy with any aspect of the Scheme you can make a complaint. All complaints must be directed to the This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please use the complaints form is you have a complaint to make. How do I lodge an Appeal?If you are unhappy with the Assessment of your Application or any other aspect of the Scheme, you can lodge an appeal. All appeals must be directed to the This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Further details are available in Auditor Accreditation Process Document (AEA02). EMANZ is keen to improve how the Scheme operates and is interested in hearing your views. It's been five years since my original Accreditation as an AEA - what do I need to do?In order to ensure Accredited Energy Auditor’s are active in their field, reaccreditation is required every 5 years. The reaccreditation process is set out in the Auditor Accreditation Process Document (AEA02) and summarised This is a new requirement and it comes into force from 1st April 2011. The requirement is mandatory from 1st April 2012. See also Reaccreditation.
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