Building Licences

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Building & Construction is Australia’s third-largest industry, and employs approximately 9% of the country’s total workforce in full time and part time capacity. It is forecast that this number will continue to grow for the foreseeable future. Individuals who wish to work as builders in Australia, must obtain licensing for the relevant state. Continue reading to find out how to obtain an Australian Builders Licence for your state in order to enhance your employment prospects.

Builders Licence Facts

States and Territories have different requirements regarding builder’s licences and you must be licensed by the state in which you wish to work.
In order to become a licensed builder, you must have:

a trade certificate (or equivalent diploma)
a minimum of 2 years relevant industry experience

Do I Really Need a Builders Licence?

Anyone who wishes to work as a builder in the construction industry, needs a builder’s licence. Without it, you may not:

carry out any building work;
submit any bids or quotes on any jobs;
sign building contracts;
perform any building work in your personal capacity.

Unlicensed individuals who are found to contravene the law will receive significant penalties or fines, and – depending on the state – will not be eligible to apply for a licence in the future under any circumstances.

How to Apply for a Builder’s Licence

The State or Territory’s Building Commission regulates builder’s licensing. While the process differs by state, most require certain qualifications, or completion of certain units within the following qualifications:

Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) CPC40110
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50210

Additionally, evidence of practical experience will be required, and that will be based on the length of time the individual has worked in a relevant role, as well as the type of work performed.

Please contact your state’s licensing body for up to date information as requirements do change. ITEC Australia is not an RTO or licensing body

The links below provide specific information by state.

NSW

QLD

VIC

SA

WA

NT

TAS

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