Become a NICOLA member today and pro-actively empower the African contaminated land management sector to identify, assess and manage contaminated land within a science-based sustainable best practice framework.
MEMBERSHIP
Become A Member
Membership Benefits
NICOLA’s membership benefits are constantly reviewed and enriched to reflect the changing needs of our members.
Thought Leadership Engagements
Connecting with Contaminated Land sector experts and contemporaries, in range of sectors from specialist contractors, consultants to industry.
Platform for engagement with DFFE and involvement with DFFE events
Network and Exchange Ideas at NICOLA Events
Make progress in knowledge sharing, networking and inspiring scientific and sustainable best practice.
Professional Development
Enhance your knowledge and professional skills through our training opportunities, webinars, conferences and connect events.
Certificate of membership at a SACNASP recognised body
Latest Developments Contaminated Land Management
Updates on contaminated land sector news.
Latest Software and Technology Updates
Industry lead Webinars
Industry Lead Conference speakers
Form Part of the African Continental Network
Connect the rest of our African Network currently in East Africa and West Africa.
Help to expand our network further into Africa.
Membership Discount
Discounted rates to training events and annual conferences.
Professional Contribution
Opportunity to guide and provide input into NICOLA Position Papers and NICOLA Guidance Documents through joining working groups, or providing comment when these are distributed to members for comment prior to publication.
Raise Company Profile and marketing opportunities.
Opportunities to host NICOLA-Connect events.
Raising company profile and reputation through visible company membership (including links to company website from NICOLA page) Use of NICOLA logo.
opportunity to present webinars (raising individual and company profile)
Outreach
Identify and volunteer in our sustainability initiatives and upliftment programs
NICOLA Membership Journey
| Begin | Take Part | Contribute | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attend NICOLA Events (webinars, connect events, conference , workshops and courses). Visit NICOLA online channels. Website and LinkedIn Read our position papers and newsletters. | Join the NICOLA Membership Volunteer at our events, workshops Volunteer at our outreach initiatives Do a Talk at us connect events Review conference papers | Participate in our working groups. Participate in position papers. Participate in our training. Organize NICOLA Events (Webinars, connect event, conference | Become a member of the Steering Committee Lead Working Groups Lead Position Papers Lead NICOLA in its mission and strategy |
Membership Fees
| Membership criteria | Fee in ZAR per year | Definition / criteria | Description / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Companies and trade organisations – Membership Type 1 | R 5,900 (includes 3 named individuals; R700 per additional member) | Available to professional entities registering a minimum of three employees. Only the individuals explicitly registered under the membership will qualify for membership benefits. Membership does not extend to all employees within the company. | Flexible team expansion: Option to register additional staff members (R700 each), expanding internal access to NICOLA resources, activities, and engagement opportunities. Priority branding & visibility: Prominent placement of your company logo and profile on the NICOLA website homepage, enhancing brand presence within the industry. Leadership opportunities: Eligibility to nominate registered staff for leadership roles within NICOLA working groups or for consideration as a steering committee member when positions become available. Networking & business development boost: Opportunity to host NICOLA-Connect events, facilitating targeted engagement and visibility within the professional community. Custom collaboration opportunities: Invitations to participate in NICOLA-led initiatives such as special projects, panel discussions, and co-authored thought leadership content. Access to professional development: Discounted rates for registered members to attend the NICOLA Conference, training courses, webinars, and professional development workshops. All NICOLA courses and training events are CPD-accredited, supporting your team’s continued professional growth and compliance. |
| Companies and trade organisations – Membership Type 2 | R 3,600 (includes 2 named individuals, no additional members allowed) | Designed for companies opting to register a maximum of two employees. Benefits apply exclusively to the individuals registered under the membership. | Includes all the core benefits of Type 1 Membership, with the following limitation: Limited team access: Membership includes registration for up to two individuals. There is no option to register additional team members beyond the two included. |
| Individual | R 950 | Individual applicant | Full access to NICOLA resources: Participation in NICOLA activities and events. Professional networking: Engage with peers, industry leaders, and experts through NICOLA-Connect events and working group activities. Professional and career development: Discounted access to the NICOLA Conference, training courses, webinars, and workshops. Gain insights from industry leaders and stay informed on current trends and practices. CPD accreditation: All NICOLA training and events are CPD-accredited, supporting your career advancement and compliance with professional registration requirements. Mentorship potential: Access to a community where informal mentorship and guidance opportunities may arise through active participation. |
| Students and non-profits | R 425 | Registered student or trainees between the ages of 18-25. Registered non-profit organization (NPO) |
As a paid-up NICOLA member, you enjoy preferential conference registration rates. Substantial discounts will also be given for all training activities. In addition, company members also have the benefit of having their company logo, short bio and web-link uploaded on the NICOLA website at no additional costs, whilst also being able to use the NICOLA Company Member logo on letterheads and reports.
NICOLA Company Members
