The NSW Building Industry Research Panel is an opportunity for construction-related professionals, tradespeople, and apprentices to share their perspectives on the future of the industry.
Panel members will contribute to shaping policies, services and initiatives which impact the NSW construction sector, with panel members provided the opportunity to:
- Share their experiences and perspectives on topics relating to the sector
- Participate in research activities like surveys, interviews and focus groups
- Help shape the future of home building and construction projects across NSW.
In one example of the activities offered to panel members, a group of Mandarin speakers has been asked to provide feedback on a translation of the Supervisors Responsibilities micro-skills course.
For some research activities, like focus groups or testing out new products and services, panel members may receive gift vouchers for participating.
Panel members can choose which activities they want to take part in, they can leave the panel at any time and all responses submitted to the panel are confidential.
To join the panel, participants must be at least 16 years of age and be employed, studying or training in the NSW building, construction or related industries.
These industries include, special trades (plumbers, electricians, carpenters), design and architecture, engineering (construction or civil) and building certification.
To join the panel, all future participants need to do is complete a short 5-minute sign-up form, where they will be asked a few questions about their background, role and experience.
For more information on the NSW Building Industry Panel please visit the Building Commission NSW website.
Quotes attributable to NSW Building Commissioner, James Sherrard:
“As the Government agency responsible for regulating the construction sector in NSW, Building Commission NSW is on a journey to shape its future role on sites across the state.
“But in order for us to take the construction sector in the right direction, we need to hear from people working in the industry about what they see for the future.
“The Building Industry Research Panel will do just that, while ensuring the feedback received during its activities is taken into account and factored into future initiatives, programs and legislation.
“That’s why we’re encouraging everyone in the construction industry to sign up to the NSW Building Industry Research Panel, so they can come along on this journey with us.”
