Care like we do? Carry the logo that shows it.
“When clients see that you belong to NZCB, I think that instils confidence with them.”
We're all different, but we care the same
The builders who join NZCB come from all walks of life, but they share one thing: they’re qualified professionals who care about quality, the industry, and doing right by their clients.
Some started with us as apprentices, brought in by their employers. Others joined while setting up their own businesses and looking for expert support. Many are experienced builders seeking a strong professional community that shares their values.
What connects them all is that they’re trade qualified in carpentry – and proud to be part of a network that stands for the very best in New Zealand building.
We back our members with everything they need to succeed—from tools like the NZCB building contracts and Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee, to exclusive benefits and business support. Members also have access to NZCB Learn, free helplines, and regular training through webinars, magazines, and newsletters.
Our community is a big part of what sets us apart. Members can get involved in their regional committee, support the Apprentice Network, or come along to our social events across the country. It’s about backing each other, building better, and staying connected.

Benefits of joining NZCB


Access to our Toolshed resources
- Online Building & Employment Contracts
- Free helplines for legal, employment, health & safety advice
- Business tools: templates, checklists, calculators, and compliance guides
- Member-only Facebook group for support and networking
- Toolshed dashboard with news, events, and industry updates
- NZCB branding materials and apparel (for Business Members)
- Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee (for Business Members)
- Job listings and business visibility via ‘Find a Builder’
- NZCB Studio plans & Revere project features (for Business Members)


Grow your skills
- Access to NZCB Learn: online and in-person training
- Toolbox seminars and Trade Training meetings
- Free copies of InHouse magazine
- Webinars, courses and compliance education
- Annual Conference & Expo featuring keynote speakers, workshops, and networking


Have your voice heard
- Be part of regional and national advocacy efforts
- Representation on industry advisory panels and working groups
- Opportunities to join Regional Committees or the National Board
- Contribute to government submissions that shape our sector
- Attend the NZCB AGM and help set the direction of the Association
NZCB is an active media commentator and makes submissions to government agencies on proposals that affect the construction industry.
Plus, deals and discounts
As an NZCB member, you’ll get exclusive deals and discounts on vehicles, fuel, tools, appliances, power, site safety gear, technology, insurance, and health services through our strategic and affinity partners.
Access to
industry events
NZCB members have access to a large variety of industry related events all across the country. This includes our annual NZCB AGM, Conference & Expo which is one of the largest dedicated residential building conferences in New Zealand.
We regularly promote trade events that we think you may be interested in, and keep you up to date with any NZCB events happening in your region. Our events allow you the opportunity to network with other like-minded individuals and take inspiration from business owners and industry leaders.

UPCOMING MEMBERSHIP EVENTS

Revere Magazine
Showcasing our members skills, creativity and experience.
Revere; to regard with respect, awe and deep admiration. Our official magazine showcases inspiring homes built by NZCB members, displaying their exceptional calibre of work to the general public.
Their remarkable ability to turn their clients’ visions into stunning reality never fails to impress. These projects showcase the craftsmanship, work ethic, and quality of some of the industry’s best.
We also
build careers.
Join our Apprentice Network programme to become a NZCB Trainee member. The Apprentice Network is designed to provide unrivalled support to both you and your employer, alongside many other benefits.


Membership fees
Business
- Memberships range from $1,100 to $3,200 depending on business turnover
- Associate memberships for business partners who don’t hold a trade certification: $150
Individual
- Individual memberships: $190
- Associate memberships (not attached to a business): $250
- Retired individual: $75
Interested in becoming a NZCB member?
We’d love to hear from you.
If our values resonate with you, join us. Wear the NZCB logo – a symbol of commitment to excellence.
Apply today and be part of a community that cares.
Frequently asked questions
See our most commonly asked member questions below
The minimum entry requirement for all members is a recognised industry trade qualification. To become a NZCB member, you will need to provide us with a completed membership application form following enquiry. The application form includes supplying proof of your trade qualification, legible references and evidence of a clean trading history.
The minimum requirement to become a trade qualified builder in New Zealand is to attain a National Certificate in Carpentry Level 4 through a registered training provider. This involves completing a combination of on the job training and theory work, and typically takes 3-4 years to complete.
A LBP requires builders to be registered with the Building Practitioners Board and hold a current LBP license in their relevant category of building work. LBPs must have a certain level of practical experience and pass a written assessment to demonstrate their technical knowledge in their area of practice.