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Professional Recognition

Professional Metrologist Programme

The MSA Professional Metrologist Programme (MSA-PMP) has been initiated to ensure that, in the absence of formal qualifications for metrologists in Australia and New Zealand, a peer recognition system exists for all professionals working in all metrology fields. This programme has been designed to give recognition to metrologists in their fields of expertise with formal recognition by the MSA. This programme is only available in Australasia, i.e. Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and neighbouring islands in the South Pacific and is only available for full MSA members who are currently employed as a metrologist.

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Recognition Levels

The programme offers three levels of professional recognition in metrology, with the designatory letters:

  • Practicing Metrologist (T-Metr)
  • Professional Metrologist (P-Metr)
  • Principal Metrologist (C-Metr)

The Practicing Metrologist recognition is intended for someone working full time as a metrologist for at least five years, or for a shorter time but with additional training or metrological contributions. The Professional Metrologist recognition is intended for someone who has worked as a metrologist for some time and has shown leadership and/or advanced skills in metrology. The Principal Metrologist recognition is intended for someone who qualifies as a Professional Metrologist but over a longer career timeframe.

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What is a Metrologist?

A metrologist is a specialist in the science of measurement. They ensure that measuring equipment and measurements are accurate, reliable, and consistent across various industries. Metrologists often perform calibrations, testing or measurements, development of standards and research. Their roles are crucial for quality control, safety and compliance to industry regulations.

Assessment process

This page contains form fields to submit for application for the Professional Metrologist Programme. It includes a points calculator spreadsheet that needs to be downloaded, filled out, and submitted with the application.  Also required are documents showing qualifications, etc.

Once the application is submitted, it will be assessed by the Peer Review Panel. Note that referees will be contacted so we recommend that you inform them of your application in advance. The approval process normally takes around two weeks (may be longer depending on time of year).

Upon successful completion, a certificate of professional recognition will be issued to the applicant by the Peer Review Panel.

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Fees

The programme has two fees: an initial fee which will cover two years of MSA-PMP recognition, and thereafter a renewal fee paid every two years as part of a review process.
This is in addition to the MSA membership fee – the MSA-PMP awardee must remain a member of the MSA while they maintain the recognition.
Fee levels:

  • Practicing Metrologist: Application A$100 Renewal A$60;
  • Professional Metrologist: Application A$150 Renewal A$90;
  • Principal Metrologist: Application A$200 Renewal A$120.

Note that the fees are only payable upon acceptance into the programme: an invoice will be sent to successful applicants with payment details. The prices are Australian dollars (AUD). The MSA is not registered for GST and these fees do not include GST.

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Apply for Professional Recognition

If you are interested in applying for professional recognition, please get in touch with us by completing the form and attaching supporting documentation.

    Membership Status

    I am currently a full member of the MSAI am currently employed as a metrologist

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    The MSA is considering maintaining a list of those currently recognised as a Practicing Metrologist, Professional Metrologist or Principal Metrologist to be displayed on this website. You can opt out of having your name shown if you choose.

    I do not wish to be shown on the MSA website as a Practicing/Professional/Principal Metrologist.

    Please fill out the points qualification spreadsheet available for download here and upload the form.

    Practicing Metrologists may not need to provide additional information and can proceed to Employer Details.

    Significant metrological contributions to employer or other organisation (see spreadsheet)*





    Significant contributions to metrology community (see spreadsheet)*





    Attendance at an appropriate training course or continuing professional development (CPD) (see spreadsheet)*






    Please note that the points qualification only forms one part of the assessment. Further details about the applicant's academic qualifications and work experience are required below.

    Employer Details

    Metrological Fields

    Select the metrology fields that apply to you in the list below. Hold down CTRL when clicking to select multiple fields.

    Work Experience & Skills

    Referees

    A minimum of two referees is required.

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