Apply for a manager's certificate

To manage an alcohol licensed business in Hamilton, you must hold a current manager’s certificate. A manager's certificate allows you to work as a duty manager in a business that sells or supplies alcohol.

Supporting documents you need to provide:

• Written reference from the applicants employer at the licensed premises at which they are currently working. This should confirm their employment on licensed premises, how long they have worked there and relevant duties.
• A written character reference from someone able to verify the applicant's suitability to hold a Manager's Certificate (references from the applicants employer at the licensed premises at which they are currently working, family members or relatives are NOT acceptable).
• A copy of the applicants Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ).
• If the applicants LCQ was issued under the Sale of Alcohol Act 1989, a copy of their LCQ Bridging Test completion certificate.
• Other evidence to support the application regarding experience, character, suitability and training (not mandatory), e.g. a CV (if the applicant has had experience working in or controlling licensed premises) and/or relevant training certificates.

If you are applying for the Manager's Certificate on behalf of someone else:

• A copy of the authority to act as an agent of the applicant, signed by the applicant

If the applicant is not a New Zealand Citizen or Resident, the applicant must provide:

• Copy of valid passport
• Copy of current work permit/visa
• Copy of Drivers Licence