Introduction
6 Appointments
6.1 Vehicle inspectors
Applications for appointment must be sponsored by an employing inspecting organisation.
The candidate must:
a) be qualified as an automotive technician with NZ Trade Certificate or National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Engineering), and
b) have an Automotive Trade Extension Certificate in Motor Vehicles Conversion – Petrol to Gas (LPG/CNG)
c) demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of common alternative fuel systems used in the propulsion of motor vehicles and the requirements in the Vehicle Inspection Requirements Manual: Alternative Fuel System Certification sufficient to inspect and certify a vehicle correctly.
d) be a fit and proper person (clause 2.6 of the Rule). The criteria considered include:
- relevant criminal convictions
- transport related offences
- relevant warnings, penalties and disciplinary actions imposed relevant complaints
- the public interest and land transport safety.
Application packs may be obtained from, and applications must be made to:
Provider Licensing
Waka Kotahi
Private bag 11777
Palmerston North 4442
Phone: 0800 587 287
6.2 Inspecting organisations
Inspecting organisations must:
a) meet the requirements for inspection premises and equipment, and
b) be fit and proper (clause 2.6 of the Rule). The criteria considered with any application include:
- relevant criminal convictions
- transport related offences
- relevant warnings, penalties and disciplinary actions imposed
- relevant complaints
- the public interest and land transport safety, and
c) have currently employed a vehicle inspector approved to inspect alternative fuel systems.