2026 Service IQ Industry Awards for Aviation Engineering

Aviation Industry Association Awards – 2026 Service IQ Industry Awards for Aviation Engineering

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Category Description

This award recognises an individual or organisation working in aircraft maintenance engineering who has demonstrated outstanding achievement and a strong commitment to professional excellence within the New Zealand aviation industry.

For individuals, this award acknowledges the successful completion of the New Zealand ServiceIQ Aircraft Maintenance Engineering training pathway, including workplace-based practical training, competency assessments, and the achievement of prescribed Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Unit Standards. It also recognises individuals who have entered the aviation maintenance profession through related engineering disciplines and have demonstrated exceptional dedication by pursuing self-directed learning, successfully completing NZCAA licensing examinations administered through ASPEQ, and accumulating the practical workplace experience required to achieve Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) status.

For organisations, this award recognises a business or institution that has gone above and beyond in championing the development of skilled aircraft maintenance engineers — through investment in training pathways, mentorship programmes, or a demonstrable culture of professional development that supports individuals in achieving recognised qualifications and LAME status.

Nominees will have demonstrated technical competence, professionalism, and a commitment to aviation safety through the attainment of aircraft maintenance qualifications, licence categories, aircraft type ratings, and industry-recognised competencies. Their achievement reflects the knowledge, skill, perseverance, and integrity required to uphold the highest standards of aircraft maintenance and airworthiness, and represents a significant milestone in their professional journey and a meaningful contribution to the future of New Zealand aviation engineering.

Nominations closes 31 July 2026

Eligibility

To be eligible for this award, the nominee must be, or have been, an individual or organisation involved in a New Zealand aviation business, organisation, or institution (or a division of a global company registered to trade in New Zealand) that focuses on supporting the performance, safety, and growth of the New Zealand aviation industry.

Documents and evidence supplied, will be disregarded if they are not correctly referenced and pertinent to your submission. You may submit a maximum of FOUR supporting documents to strengthen your entry unless directed otherwise. All information will be confidential and only shared with the judges assessing this category.

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