Membership

Why join the IRSE?

The IRSE is the professional institution for all those engaged in or associated with railway signalling and telecommunications, train control, traffic management and allied professions.

Professional institutions, such as the IRSE, are dedicated to the advancement of the knowledge and practice of professions through developing, supporting, regulating and promoting professional standards for technical and ethical competence.

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Membership of the IRSE provides:

Access to resources

  • The monthly IRSE News magazine
  • International technical papers
  • International technical presentations

Reduced rates for events

  • IRSE International Conventions
  • ASPECT conferences
  • Australasian Technical Meetings
  • Networking
  • Initial professional development
  • Continuing professional development

The opportunity to sit for the IRSE Professional Exam

Extra qualifications can often lead to higher earning potential across your working life and for employers it helps to increase customer confidence. 

The opportunity to become professionally registered

Professional registered status shows employers that you are committed to maintaining and enhancing your knowledge, skills and competence.

Discounted rates on textbooks, publications and merchandise

Who doesn't love a discount! 

Why join the IRSE Australasian Section?

Membership of the IRSE Australasian Section provides:

  • Access to resources, such as Australasian technical papers and presentations
  • The opportunity to lead your profession, by participating in IRSE Australasian Section committees.

How to join the IRSE Australasian Section?

Firstly, you must join the IRSE global organisation (external link).

Once you are a member (at any grade) of the IRSE global organisation, you can join the IRSE Australasian Section – submit your application form to the membership officer. There is no additional cost to join the IRSE Australasian Section.

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