METS Institute

Membership

METS Institute

Elevating the Technical Workforce of the Middle East

METS Institute is the professional home for tradespeople, technicians, supervisors and technical leaders across the construction, FM, infrastructure and energy sectors.
Join a growing community committed to excellence, innovation and continuous learning.

Four

Membership tiers

Countries

UAE, KSA & Oman

CPD

Skills Passport & training

Why METS?

Professional Recognition. Career Growth. Community.

The technical services workforce keeps the region running, from powering smart buildings to maintaining world-class infrastructure.
METS Institute provides the recognition, training and community you deserve.

Our promise:

Clear professional pathways
Industry-aligned CPD
Networking with the region’s top technical talent
Access to the METS Skills Passport
Events, site visits & technical forums
Recognition through post-nominals and awards

Four Levels. One Community. Endless Opportunities.

Choose the tier that matches your experience, then grow with METS.

Affiliate Member

Technical Member (TMETS)

Senior Technical Member (SMETS)

Fellow (FMETS)

Corporate & Institutional

Membership Overview

Four Levels. One Community. Endless Opportunities.

Affiliate Member

AED 250 / year

For apprentices, trainees and early-career technicians building their skills and confidence.

Technical Member (TMETS)

AED 650 / year

For qualified tradespeople across MEP, FM, civil, digital and energy sectors.

Senior Technical Member (SMETS)

AED 1,200 / year

For supervisors, inspectors, assessors and experienced technicians.

Fellow (FMETS)

AED 2,000 / year

For industry leaders, master trainers and exceptional contributors.

Corporate & Institutional Membership

From AED 10,000 / year

Tailored workforce development and CPD solutions for employers, regulators, and training providers.

What You Get as a METS Member

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Access technical modules, leadership courses, digital skills training and specialised masterclasses developed with industry and government partners.

Recognition & Career Mobility

Use METS post-nominals, build your Skills Passport, and progress your career across UAE, KSA and the wider GCC.

Networking & Industry Events

Meet peers, supervisors, experts and employers through technical forums, conferences, and exclusive site tours.

Influence the Future

Senior Members and Fellows help shape standards, industry practice and the future of technical services in the region.

Join METS Today

Be part of a professional community shaping the future of the Middle East’s built environment.
Whether you’re just starting your journey, leading a team, or driving industry change, there’s a place for you at METS Institute.

About BLD Academy

BLD Academy is Dubai's premier trade skills training academy, located in Dubai, UAE. Website: https://bld.academy

What We Offer

Parent & Child DIY Workshops: Hands-on weekend taster courses for families with children ages 8-18. Learn plumbing, electrical, carpentry, tiling, and painting in a fun, supervised environment.
Professional Trade Certification: Fast-track certification programs for experienced tradespeople, ex-military personnel, and Western expats in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry.
Employer Solutions: Certified trade professional recruitment and workforce development for companies operating in the UAE construction and maintenance sectors.
Business Accelerator: Support for qualified trade professionals looking to establish or grow their trade business in Dubai.

Key Details

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Audience: Families, trade professionals, employers, relocators to Dubai
Programs: Weekend DIY workshops, trade certification, employer recruitment, business accelerator
Trades Covered: Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, tiling, painting, HVAC
Website: https://bld.academy
Related: https://bld.market/

METS Institute

Membership

METS Institute

Elevating the Technical Workforce of the Middle East

Four

Membership tiers

Countries

UAE, KSA & Oman

CPD

Skills Passport & training

Why METS?

Professional Recognition. Career Growth. Community.

Our promise:

Clear professional pathways
Industry-aligned CPD
Networking with the region’s top technical talent
Access to the METS Skills Passport
Events, site visits & technical forums
Recognition through post-nominals and awards

Four Levels. One Community. Endless Opportunities.

Choose the tier that matches your experience, then grow with METS.

Affiliate Member

Technical Member (TMETS)

Senior Technical Member (SMETS)

Fellow (FMETS)

Corporate & Institutional

Membership Overview

Four Levels. One Community. Endless Opportunities.

Affiliate Member

AED 250 / year

For apprentices, trainees and early-career technicians building their skills and confidence.

Technical Member (TMETS)

AED 650 / year

For qualified tradespeople across MEP, FM, civil, digital and energy sectors.

Senior Technical Member (SMETS)

AED 1,200 / year

For supervisors, inspectors, assessors and experienced technicians.

Fellow (FMETS)

AED 2,000 / year

For industry leaders, master trainers and exceptional contributors.

Corporate & Institutional Membership

From AED 10,000 / year

Tailored workforce development and CPD solutions for employers, regulators, and training providers.

What You Get as a METS Member

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Access technical modules, leadership courses, digital skills training and specialised masterclasses developed with industry and government partners.

Recognition & Career Mobility

Use METS post-nominals, build your Skills Passport, and progress your career across UAE, KSA and the wider GCC.

Networking & Industry Events

Meet peers, supervisors, experts and employers through technical forums, conferences, and exclusive site tours.

Influence the Future

Senior Members and Fellows help shape standards, industry practice and the future of technical services in the region.