The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) is the only national industry association representing contractors responsible for the delivery of electrical, voice and data communications systems in Australia. It has approximately 4,000 businesses as its members, which employ approximately 50,000 tradespeople.

The Association actively represent the needs and entitlements of contractors within government and industry, ensuring members' needs are heard. NECA works to steer the future of the industry on critical issues such as licensing and regulations, training and education, skills shortages, industrial relations and occupational health and safety. Through membership on 37 Standards Australia Technical Committees and other relevant industry bodies, NECA represents its members' interests on important matters that affect their businesses.

NECA provides members with timely information and advice, and practical tools to make business easier, safer and more cost-effective. With offices in every state as well as regional chapters, NECA employs specialists in industrial relations, occupational health and safety, management, education and training, human resources and technology. They become an integral part of members' businesses offering knowledge, expertise, advice and practical assistance, as well as proactive and timely advice on legislative and licensing changes.

We regularly provide more than 4,000 members nationwide with up-to-date industry-relevant information including current training, occupational health and safety, industrial and legislative requirements.